A summary of the many complex steps involved in the asylum process, and how, with the support of Upbeat Communities, refugee families and individuals can be empowered to thrive in their new environment.

Nasir (name changed) shared how Upbeat supported him during his first week in the UK.

We asked some of our amazing Derby 10K runners what inspired them to get involved. Here’s what they said.

We’re delighted to share our latest Impact Report, celebrating all we achieved together during the 2024-25 financial year.

Afghanistan has experienced decades of conflict. Many people have grown up knowing nothing but instability. At Upbeat, we support refugees and people seeking sanctuary from Afghanistan. Understanding why people are forced to leave helps us build compassion — and challenge harmful myths.

We’re so delighted to be able to share the highlights from the last year of welcoming refugees in the latest issue of Upbeat Updates: our annual charity magazine.

Thank you so much to all who supported our Big Give Christmas Challenge campaign!

We are taking part in the Big Give! For one week only, your donation will be DOUBLED so that we can offer a space of warmth, welcome and compassion to refugees in Derby.

Highlights from the latest trip—building friendships, making memories, and becoming culturally oriented to life in the UK. With thanks to the Bakewell Refugee & Asylum Seeker Support Group.

Rama began her journey at Upbeat as an English class student. Now, she’s one of our Refugee Integration Workers! Here are some reflections she wrote before heading off on maternity leave earlier this year.

We explore some of the most common misconceptions about refugees and asylum seekers.

We want to thank Cosy Direct for generously sponsoring Upbeat Clean & Upbeat Communities as we celebrate winning the King’s Award for Enterprise. 

Celebrating the inspiring individuals who raised money for refugees in the Inflatable 5K!

Upbeat Communities has a new home! Our Integration Manager, Elliot, shares more.

Watch the powerful segment about how one of our volunteers opened up their spare room for a refugee, broadcast on the BBC.

We’re now overseeing Host Nottingham, and looking for more hosts to open their home to a refugee.

A visual story showing the places where refugees in Derby have found safety, sanctuary and home.

Words from some of Upbeat’s very own community superheroes who showcased their creativity at Hello Derby: A Festival of Welcome at the Museum of Making earlier this month.

Join us at Hello Derby, in celebration of Refugee Week, on Saturday 21 June, 2025! Celebrate the amazing contributions that refugees offer to life in the UK with singing, dancing, music and crafts!

We are delighted to announce that our commercial cleaning company, Upbeat Clean, has won the King’s Award for Enterprise—the highest official UK award for British businesses.