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Afghan Resettlement Project

(USPUK x More in Common) 

USPUK has developed resettlement support for Afghans under the ACRS and ARAP schemes who arrived in the UK after the Taliban takeover. Drawing from our experience resettling Ukrainians, we recognise the crucial nature of building trust with those we support. Employing Afghans for the USPUK project enabled us to swiftly establish strong networks within the community. 

In September 2023, in collaboration with More in Common, we utilised these networks to conduct a survey among Afghans still residing in hotels. The aim was to gain a detailed understanding of the barriers preventing them from securing stable and secure accommodation in the UK. The survey, created with and piloted by Afghans, was available in Dari, Pashto, and English, marking the first systematic attempt to listen to the wants and needs of the cohort regarding housing. The survey results guided USPUK's next steps, highlighting information gaps and addressing the significant lack of resettlement information among Afghans. However, our commitment to finding additional ways to support Afghans in rebuilding their lives in the UK remains steadfast.

Key Results:

Some of our KPIs from this project

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1.

Conducted the first systematic survey of Afghans under ACRS and ARAP, with 286 respondents across 27 locations, typically representing families with an average size of 5.6 members.

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2.

Identified the major issues faced by this cohort and developed a comprehensive support package to address them.

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3.

Delivered over 300 one-on-one support sessions to individuals in need.

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4.

Referred or invited 70 individuals to job fairs, facilitating their access to employment opportunities.

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5.

Assisted 30 families with the application process, ensuring they receive the necessary support and guidance.

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6.

Responded to over 500 questions from general Afghan refugees in the UK, providing valuable information and assistance,

Testimonials from the Afghan Community

A quote from Hashmatullah expressing gratitude for support from USPUK, praising Nasir's helpfulness, assistance, and the service received.
Testimonial quote from an Afghan refugee cohort member praising USPUK's helpful materials and projects for resettling refugees, presented on a light blue background with quotes and attribution.
Quote on a light blue background: "Your organisation is doing important work and people are really pleased with it." — Afghan cohort member.
A quote from Aimal expressing gratitude to Nasir Ahmad Salehzada for support during a house move, highlighting Nasir's assistance with logistics, documentation, UC setup, and counseling, as well as his dedication and professionalism. The quote emphas

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