Why is it important to understand immigration status if you are not an immigration lawyer? If you are working in a frontline service in Newham, a large proportion of the people that you encounter on a daily basis will experience problems related to their immigration status. It can be difficult to know what to ask and what to do to help people, particularly as immigration status can be a sensitive issue.
This short training will help you:
- To have a better understanding of the most common types of immigration status
- To identify key questions to ask people who may be experiencing immigration issues
- To understand what practical help you can offer and to know when to refer on and to whom you may be able to refer
