Peterborough Asylum & Refugee Community Association
Who We Are
PARCA is Greater Peterborough and the surrounding areas go-to community hub for asylum seekers, refugees and people in need. We operate from a community building in multi-racial Peterborough's most ethnically diverse, socially disadvantaged and income deprived neighbourhood.
We are an inclusive charitable organisation that offers practical support, advice and guidance to anyone regardless of gender, age, ability, race, religion or sexual orientation. Our primary aim is to facilitate a clear understanding of how British society works, and to help people to build successful and fulfilling lives.
With a strong commitment to encourage positive change for all, PARCA is a multi-cultural organisation that works tirelessly to champion social inclusion within society. We celebrate diversity, encourage integration, and create an empowering environment where personal development can flourish through positive participation in our projects, activities, and social events.
Our considered and professional approach and procedures are the key to our continued success at empowering families and individuals to take their rightful place within British society, and to help ensure harmonious integration and enhanced community cohesion both locally and nationwide.
What We Do
PARCA offers comprehensive guidance and assistance to Refugees, Asylum Seekers, EU Migrants and BAMER (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Refugees) in the Park Ward, Dogsthorpe, Millfield, New England and across all the other residential areas in Greater Peterborough.
The support that we offer targets: culturally and economically disadvantaged people, people facing isolation, new arrivals and anyone else who is in need of help. PARCA has a deeply rooted belief in the power of community development to bring people together, so we openly encourage people to participate and contribute positively in local events and activities to in order break down the barriers that hinder their progress in life.
How Can We Help You?
PARCA has a wide range of 'free of charge' services to fulfil your needs and requirements and we always endeavour to make your journey with us enjoyable. We offer advice, information and guidance on issues such as: welfare, employment, accommodation, education and training.
We run events, activities, and community projects to help you gain knowledge, share experiences, and gain new friends. We provide our service users with help on a short or long term basis in many different ways, and we guarantee to treat you in a professional, respectful and confidential manner. On your behalf we can approach the Peterborough City Council (PCC), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), National Health Service (NHS), education departments, housing associations or any other organisation that you may need assistance with.
Get In Touch
Remember all of our services are 'free of charge'. Call us for more information or drop in at our centre. Visit our website and please send us your feedback in regard to any of our services, events and activities. Please spread the word to your friends and family.
We also have a wide range of volunteering opportunities that you can get involved with, where you can your refresh your existing skills and learn new ones too. So what are you waiting for? Come on and grab the opportunity of supporting people in need. It's fun, rewarding, looks good on you CV and might even help you to get a job in the future.
“Holding Hands Together for Development Across All Communities”
