Breaking Barriers

Help refugees access meaningful employment and build new lives


Refugees flee their homes in fear. From war, persecution, and violence. With yet more hardship waiting in the UK.

A new country and language. Stigma and suspicion. A completely different work culture to navigate. Four times more likely to be unemployed.

Often, refugees are left to face these barriers alone. Together we can break them down, so every refugee will be welcomed into work.

Breaking Barriers is a specialist refugee employment charity, helping people find fina...

Upcoming Events

What's coming up in the run for charity events calendar? It's never too late to join one of these great events.

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Drayton Manor 5K

Apr 12, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

Drayton Manor Dr, Fazeley, Drayton Bassett, Tamworth B78 3TW, UK

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Drayton Manor 10k

Apr 12, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

Drayton Manor Dr, Fazeley, Drayton Bassett, Tamworth B78 3TW, UK

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City of Lincoln 10K

Apr 12, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

Lincolnshire, UK

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Cannock Chase Running Festival 5K - April

Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026

Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK

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Cannock Chase Running Festival 10K - April

Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026

Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK

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Coventry 10k

Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
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Coventry Half Marathon

Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026

Gosford St, Coventry CV1, UK

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Cannock Chase Running Festival Half Marathon - April

Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026

Birches Valley, Rugeley WS15 2UQ, UK

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Shakespeare Half Marathon

Apr 26, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026

Wood St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37, UK