Hoops and Loops, Cardiff

‘Hoops and Loops’ is a support group for LGBT+ refugees and asylum seekers in Cardiff. The group was set up in the summer of 2015 by Displaced People in Action.

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"It's sad that when people enter the asylum system, rather than feel supported they go through even more trauma and stress which is the last thing people who need our care and protection should experience."

Catch our Executive Director @leilazadeh on @BBCLondonNews 👇

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https://t.co/ouGb3ojrXB
Leila Zadeh, executive director of the UK Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group , said that refugees were often disbelieved by officials who then asked inappropriate and demeaning questions.

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This is Hoops and Loops' new lounge. We can meet and relax, have a coffee and chat. We hold daily drop-ins, between 11am and 4pm, Monday to Friday.
(Social Distancing restrictions are in place.) @ Cardiff https://t.co/upi4l7szlO

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In the last 2 years, Hoops and Loops have managed to support 18 members in securing their Leave to Remain! https://t.co/Em9KeJtL4W

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Just posted a photo https://t.co/vkzBwUrRpv

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I just want to share some good news that 3 members of Hoops and Loops have been given leave to remain in the UK. This is great news! They can now live without fear. @ Cardiff https://t.co/EBfsIVzvBo

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I just want to share some good news that 3 members of Hoops and Loops have been given leave to remain in the UK. This is great news! They can now live without fear. @ Cardiff https://t.co/sMXxFEDwNI

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