Monday 7th to Thursday 10th July
All English classes are taking a week-long service break from Monday 7th – Thursday 10th July (inclusive) ☀️ There will be no classes during the break. The office will be open during this time for enquiries and there are no changes to any other activity or service. Classes will restart on Monday 14th July!
Want to volunteer with us? We're looking for two dedicated volunteer teachers to lead weekly Beginners classes on Tuesday mornings and Thursday evenings for New Scots.
This is a unique opportunity to support learners in developing their English skills, enhancing their experience, and helping them integrate into life in Edinburgh.
Need Advice? We're here to help! We've launched a new service that offers independent advocacy and tailored information and guidance for New Scots through advice surgeries and one-to-one appointments.
The Welcoming Association has created a new Useful Resources page to support New Scots with free, multilingual guides on housing, culture, and local life in Edinburgh.
Donate to support refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants in Edinburgh who are building new lives in a new country. Throughout the year we provide free English classes, social activities and a weekly Community Fridge for New Scots, and we need your help to keep these services running.
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our latest short film heartfelt glimpse into the work of The Welcoming Association. Created in collaboration with Hugo Hemmati, a talented student filmmaker in Scotland, this film captures the essence of what we do: empowering New Scots to build brighter futures and feel at home in Edinburgh.
Friendship
We offer friendship groups and one-to-one befriending for refugees and migrants in Edinburgh.
Home energy advice
We offer free and impartial home energy advice to refugees and migrants living in Edinburgh.
Holistic Casework Support
We offer independent advocacy and tailored information and guidance for New Scots through advice surgeries, one-to-one appointments and information workshops.
