The Renewal Programme, RAMFEL, the NHS and Newham Council have joined forces to organise a community information event for the Ukrainian community affected by the ongoing crisis in their motherland.

It will take place on Monday, 21 March, between 12pm and 3.30pm, at Stratford Library (3 The Grove, London E15 1EL).

The involved charities and services will provide Ukrainian residents information on:

How they can help their family get to the UK;
How they can help their family and friends access support when they arrive;
Help with the new visa changes.

Translators and refreshments will be available at the event.

For more information on support available visit www.newham.gov.uk/ukraine or email Elizabeth Owen on Elizabeth.Owen@newham.gov.uk.

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