Join the Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary Movement of Welcome
Becoming a member of Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary is a powerful way to show your support for people seeking safety. Whether you’re a local group, organisation, or individual — you’re invited.
Why Join?
Together, we make Calderdale a true place of sanctuary.
When you join us, you become part of a growing network of people and organisations who believe in kindness, fairness and safety for all.
Whether you’re a teacher, artist, volunteer, student, faith group, or business — your voice matters.
Membership means:
✅ Standing in solidarity with people seeking sanctuary
✅ Receiving invites to events and opportunities to collaborate
✅ Identifying gaps in support and helping connect people to places & communities
✅ Helping change local policies and perceptions
✅ Showing that Calderdale is a borough of welcome
What you’re signing up to:
When you become a member, you’re showing support for our vision, purpose, and promise. These are at the heart of the Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary movement.
(You’ll need to agree to these when signing up.)
Our Vision
Our vision is that Calderdale is inclusive and welcoming, where those seeking asylum and refugees can fully participate in the life of the valley and be recognised for their contribution.
Our Promise
As a resident of Calderdale, I am committed to this valley being a place of welcome, inclusion and possibility for those coming to seek sanctuary in the UK. I recognise the positive contribution made to our communities by those given the chance to rebuild their lives and look forward to coming together in our activities and life as a valley.
Our Purpose
We are a network of individuals and organisations that collaborate to welcome people seeking asylum and refugees who have made Calderdale their home. All that we do will be directed by their experiences. We stand in solidarity with those experiencing discrimination based on their immigration status.
What Membership Means
Joining is a two-way relationship — we support each other.
What we offer our members:
We’re here to help you grow as a welcoming force in Calderdale. All members receive:
- Free training sessions tailored to your organisation’s sector, focusing on the asylum system and best practice in sanctuary work
- Free consultancy on projects, including trauma-informed design and partnership connections
- Support toward a Sanctuary Award, including reaccreditation
- Help planning your own Refugee Week event — from ideas to promotion
- A voice in our direction — vote at our AGM and shape our work year-round
- A monthly newsletter packed with resources, events and stories
What we ask of you:
We want our membership to be active, values-led and community-focused. We ask that you:
- Commit to our vision of a welcoming and inclusive Calderdale
- Champion sanctuary in your work, by raising awareness and challenging myths
- Take part in at least one project or event each year that supports or celebrates people seeking sanctuary, or helps your team understand the asylum system better
- Offer volunteering opportunities to people seeking sanctuary, if you already run a volunteering programme
How do I join?
Become a Member or Supporter in just 2 minutes!
It’s free and easy to join Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary.
Organisations can join as Members and individuals can join as Supporters.
Note: If you’re signing up as a Member, please ensure you have permission to represent your organisation or business.
Already a Member?
Thanks for being a part of Calderdale Valley of Sanctuary.
Want to do more? Head to our Get Involved page to explore more ways you can get involved, from volunteering to fundraising, or even beginning your own process toward a prestigious Sanctuary Award!