We are living through a time of growing hostility toward people seeking sanctuary.

Across the UK, the asylum system is being reshaped by policies that divide, restrict rights, and erodes dignity.

People who come here in search of safety—often fleeing war, persecution, and trauma—are met with suspicion, barriers, and blame. Public discourse has become polarised. Misinformation dominates headlines. And too many voices calling for compassion are being drowned out.

But Wales can do things differently. And so can you.

Want more information? – click here to access our 1 of the 100 information pack.

Across Wales, more and more organisations are stepping up, not to make political statements, but to make a human difference.

By becoming 1 of the 100, you’ll be part of a growing movement creating practical change and showing what it really means to welcome people with compassion, dignity and hope.

Rethink

Start conversations that cut through the noise.
Today, many people want to understand the facts behind the headlines.

• Access expert-led training that shares real stories and trusted information
• Equipping your team to spot and challenge misinformation with confidence
• Building everyday empathy,  not by changing laws, but by changing minds

Respect

Make values visible, in the workplace and beyond.
Welcoming people isn’t a gesture, it’s a practice. You’ll show how inclusion can strengthen any team, by:

• Opening access to jobs, mentoring and skills development
• Recognising the talent, resilience, and contribution of people with lived experience of seeking sanctuary
• Creating a culture that values differences, not just accommodates them

Rebuild

From empathy to everyday impact.
You don’t have to change the system to change someone’s life. Your pledge supports:

• Wales’s shared goal of being a Nation of Sanctuary
• Local projects that bring communities together and celebrate shared traditions
• National events like Refugee Week, where you show what your organisation stands for
• Partnership with WRC to explore collaborative funding and shared action.

Joining 1 of the 100 isn’t just a pledge, it’s a partnership. You’ll receive recognition, tools, and support to help you turn compassion into action that’s seen and felt.

Here’s what you get when you sign up:

Public recognition that reflects your values

• Your logo featured proudly on the Welsh Refugee Council website
• A digital “1 of the 100” badge to display on your website, email signatures, and social media
• Inclusion in our annual Impact report, showcasing your impact to funders, stakeholders, and the wider community

Learning that builds confidence and connection

• One free training place for your designated Sanctuary Champion
• Discounted access to our popular  Understanding Sanctuary sessions
• A ready-to-use Awareness Toolkit – with posters, factsheets, and conversation starters to use in team meetings or public spaces

A network of likeminded organisations

• Exclusive invitations to peer-sharing events
• Priority access to joint projects, community initiatives, and funding opportunities
• Direct connection to WRC’s expertise, storytelling, and campaigns — making it easy to stay aligned with national messaging

A meaningful way to engage your team

• Simple, impactful actions to involve staff across your organisation
• Opportunities for volunteering, co-hosting events, and celebrating Refugee Week
• A way to show that your values aren’t just words — they’re how you show up for others