We remain committed to supporting Roma communities and to challenging the barriers that prevent people from accessing their rights.
Opré Roma! ✊

Today is not only a moment to celebrate Roma culture and contributions, but also to recognise the ongoing discrimination many still face — and the need for systems that are fair, accessible, and inclusive for all.

Brexit has not affected everyone equally. For many Roma people, it has deepened existing inequalities and increased the risk of exclusion — from housing, employment, and essential services.
Despite this, Roma communities continue to show resilience, strength, and solidarity.

Through this work, we have seen first-hand how systemic barriers — including language, digital exclusion, discrimination, and requirements that do not reflect different cultural and lived realities — have made it harder for Roma communities to secure their rights.

Today, on #InternationalRomaDay, we stand in solidarity with Roma communities across Scotland and beyond. 💙💚❤️
At Citizens Rights Project, we have worked alongside many Roma individuals, families and professionals navigating the EU Settlement Scheme and its aftermath.

TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE for Festival of Europe Scotland 2026!🎉Join us May 7-17 for inspiring talks, walks, debates, art, films & more to celebrate & strengthen connections between Scotland & Europe. Events in #Edinburgh #Glasgow #Stirling, #Kirkcaldy #Dumfries! Programme link in bio. Image: B Speed

Noelia Martinez, CEO @citzrights.bsky.social shared at the launch of the festival's 2026 programme that her organisation is holding a conference on May 11 to consider the current key issues and concerns of European citizens in Scotland. Contact: info@citizensrightsproject.org to request a place.

Former MP, and former Chair of @euromovescotland.bsky.social Mark Lazarovicz launches the 2026 programme of the #FestivalofEurope
Speakers included Stéphane Pailler Consul General of France, Noellia Martinez of @citzrights.bsky.social & Rowan Brown of the Cockburn Assoc
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🌙 Happy Ramadan! 🌙

To our Muslim clients, partners, and friends, we wish you a blessed and peaceful Ramadan. May this holy month bring you and your loved ones joy, reflection, and spiritual fulfilment.

Listen to some of the participants from our November 2025 workshop in Craigmillar and Niddrie as they reflect on connection, community, and the power of coming together through migrant‑led action.
💬👇🏿 Let us know if this resonates with you.
@regenfuturesfund.bsky.social

To participate in the consultation, complete the anonymous survey by midnight tonight (26 February) via the link above. Don't miss your chance to have your say ‼️

The UK Government is currently consulting on changes the UK immigration system and their new “earned settlement” model. 📝 These proposed changes would affect both future immigrants and those already living in the UK 🇬🇧

Live here? Vote here - Your Voice, Your Vote, Your Scotland Democracy works best when everyone has a seat at the table! Join us if you want to know Who can vote in Scotland, Why and How.

To help you learn more about your voting rights and how to vote Scotland, Yes for EU are hosting a FREE online session on the 12th of February at 7pm! 🗓️

To register your interest, follow the link to Yes for EU’s event here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/live-here-...

Did you know nearly 1 out of 5 people who are eligible to vote in Scotland are not registered? 🗳️ And that migrants and refugees are eligible to vote in Scotland? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

English Classes Bajka are hosting free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes in Perth! 🗣️ These classes are based at Gowans Terrace, PH1 5AX and you can view their timetable below. 🗓️

For more info, call 07821826556 or email english.classes.bajka@gmail.com ✉️

🎉 Happy New Year!

In a new comment for @scotnational.bsky.social, we reflect on how migrants are often portrayed as passive and powerless — and why our stories of organising, care, and resistance matter.

📰 Full piece 👉
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💛 If you believe in our mission, please donate here: bit.ly/4s0QIF0

📩 Need support? Contact us at info@citizensrightsproject.org

🌍 #InternationalMigrantsDay2025 #ItTakesACommunity

Four years after the EUSS deadline, people are still waiting for decisions. Delays and errors have left this EU citizen unable to travel, separated from family, and living in uncertainty—proof that EUSS support remains vital.

🌍 #InternationalMigrantsDay2025 #ItTakesACommunity
While this client could pursue her case, many migrants still face gaps in early advice, tribunal guidance, and access to representation - even after winning their case.

🌍 #InternationalMigrantsDay #ItTakesACommunity
We have supported several students who were misinformed or wrongly advised after Brexit. This case highlights the importance of specialist EU Settlement Scheme advice — built on years of experience supporting EUSS applications since 2019.

🌍 #InternationalMigrantsDay

This story is a reminder that people are still being left behind by the EU Settlement Scheme, even years after the deadline. Late applications, lack of information, and loss of funding mean specialist EUSS support remains essential.

#InternationalMigrantsDay
This testimony shows how immigration and welfare issues are often deeply connected. By building trust through one service, we’re able to understand wider needs and offer joined-up support that helps people move towards greater stability, independence, and autonomy.

💛 If you believe in our mission, please donate here: bit.ly/4s0QIF0

📩 Need support? Contact us at info@citizensrightsproject.org

@scottishgovernment.bsky.social
@therobertsontrust.bsky.social

🌍 #InternationalMigrantsDay2025 #ItTakesACommunity

Following the publication of our blog post reflecting on why It Takes a Community, we now want you to hear from the people themselves...

International Migrants' Day 2025 - Citizens Rights Project This International Migrants' Day, we are reminded that defending migrants' rights takes a community. We reflect on how this looks in practice for our charity.

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#MigrantsDay2025 #ItTakesACommunity #MigrantJustice #HumanRights

To commemorate this day, our latest blog reflects on the current migration landscape in the UK and Scotland. We also stress the importance of services that are migrant-led, multilingual, and grounded in lived experience.

🌍 #InternationalMigrantsDay2025 #ItTakesACommunity

Today we reaffirm that human rights belong to everyone, regardless of status or origin. In the face of hostile narratives and exclusionary systems, defending migrants’ dignity and rights takes a community.

Looking for free or low-cost festive activities for the family in the lead up to Christmas? 🎅 Visit The City of Edinburgh Council’s list of family holiday activities to learn more: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/familyholida...

Jeśli nie mogliście uczestniczyć w tym wydarzeniu, skontaktujcie się z nami pod adresem info@citizensrightsproject.org, aby uzyskać więcej informacji. ✉️

🇵🇱 Dziękujemy organizacji Own Woman za zaproszenie nas do pomocy Polakom mieszkającym w Inverness w kwestiach finansowych, socjalnych oraz w sprawie programu osiedleńczego UE (EU Settlement Scheme)