Report from The Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants shines a spotlight on the devastating impact of Hostile Environment policies during the pandemic. (January 2022) Read more
The Home Office got the men jailed for 'assisting unlawful immigration' but the Court of Appeal finds 'fundamental' errors, and quashes their convictions. 21 December 2021. Read more
As Parliament debates the Nationality and Borders bill this week, ask your MP to resist this unprecedented attack on refugee protection in the UK. Read more
The UK's immigration system, and the Hostile Environment, drive people out of legal status and stoke divisions. But it doesn't have to be this way - take action now Read more
We believe in a fair and just immigration system
A fairer, more efficient and more humane immigration system, with laws based on sound evidence.
No migrant or refugee is made destitute, denied fundamental rights or forced to live in fear.
Greater access to justice and greater respect for human rights, human dignity and the rule of law.
The benefits of migration are celebrated and shared, with no community left behind.
Whether you wrote to your MP, made a donation or came to an event - thank you for your support and solidarity in 2021. Here's a selection of what we’ve done together this year.
Whether you're new to immigration advice or an experienced practitioner, we have courses at all levels, to help you keep up with the ever changing immigration rules.
Become a member of JCWI today and help us defend the rights of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants.
Our response to media reports that Priti Patel may be planning to send asylum seekers overseas. Read more
We are delighted to be distributing the funds raised in the Windrush Winter Emergency Appeal - just over £70,000 - to support people who were caught up in the Windrush scandal. Read more
BBC Panorama on 5 May 2021 asks "Am I British?" and looks at the ways young people are being denied their rights and excluded from citizenship, even if they were born and raised in the UK. Read more
Join us to hear from campaigners at the forefront of the struggles for racial, migrant and climate justice. Read more
Join us for the launch of our new report, shining a spotlight on the devastating impact of Hostile Environment policies during the pandemic. Read more
“It’s difficult to beat the smile on a person’s face when you have just secured their release from detention or their right to stay in the UK”
We are a small organisation but we punch above our weight, supporting individuals and fighting for a better, fairer system. We can't do it without your support. Help us build a better Britain by donating today.