Refugee Support Network (RSN) was founded in 2009 by members of Community Church Harlesden with widespread experience working in the refugee sector and in international development. We believe that one of the practical outworkings of the Christian faith is to provide care, support and welcome to the displaced, the disadvantaged and the poor. Our Christian theology shapes the charity's view of the individual as a holistic being, with both physical and spiritual needs.

RSN works with and supports asylum seekers, refugees and other vulnerable migrants whatever their faith, religion, or beliefs. 

The charity has grown rapidly and now provides a diverse and expanding range of services, working in partnership with other local and international organisations.

We are signatories to the Faithworks Charter of best practice.

Our Values

Partnership: We value the cooperation and input of other partner organisations, institutions and individuals. We honour and promote the good work that is done by others, and advocate this culture of affirmation within the non-profit sector. We strive to support our partners in their organisational development wherever possible.

Welcoming: We embody the home in our places of work and in relation to our clients, by being welcoming, accepting and attentive to their needs and concerns. We value all clients’ stories and recognise their resilience and capabilities.

Respect, Inclusivity & Equality: As an organisation we respect diversity and are inclusive to all refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants regardless of their background, race, religion or gender. In turn, we expect our clients to respect our position on tolerance and equality.

Flexibility & Dynamism: In an ever-changing world, nationally and internationally, we are flexible and dynamic in developing needs based projects which are sensitive to the demands of changing refugee, asylum and migrant trends. Our decision-making is guided by the needs of those we support rather than funding trends and opportunities.

Integrity and Transparency: We choose to uphold integrity and transparency in all relationships, prioritising honesty and understanding, believing this to be the best way to serve our clients and build partnerships with other organisations and institutions.

Believing in hope and nurturing aspirations: We believe in the profound capabilities of individuals who are open to hope and are committed to nurturing, enabling and working with our clients to help them look to the future with positivity. We aim to empower the uprooted and provide support that enables them to root themselves within society and communities, while being realistic about the multiple futures that they face.