ACH Refugee Integration Services Provider
Roger Lawrence possesses extensive experience in public service, research, and community engagement. Currently serving as Chair at HIMILO TRAINING CENTRE LTD, Roger supports refugee and migrant communities with employment training and entrepreneurship initiatives. As an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Wolverhampton and a Board Trustee for West Midlands Urban Community Housing, Roger contributes to academic and housing development projects. In governance roles, Roger has held significant positions such as Vice President of ALDA and was previously a Lead Member for Rail and Metro at the Transport Delivery Committee TfWM. With a long tenure as a Councillor and Leader at City of Wolverhampton Council, combined with roles in various transport and local government organizations, Roger’s educational background includes multiple degrees from prestigious institutions including the University of Bristol and University of Cambridge.
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ACH Refugee Integration Services Provider
ACH is dedicated to building a better future for refugees and migrants in the UK. We provide integration services that create opportunities for individuals to lead independent and ambitious lives. Winners of the Queen's Award for Enterprise: Promoting Opportunity 2021. Since 2008, the company is resettling over 2500 individuals yearly by providing secure housing, culturally sensitive support and vocational training (provided by its training arm- Himilo). ACH focuses on upskilling individuals and supporting them into higher-level employment to develop their independence and contribute to the wider economic ecosystem. Our #rethinkingrefugee campaign has been running since 2015 and was born as a reaction to the negative portrayal of refugees in the media. It aims to redefine the narrative around refugees to a more positive message of economic benefit to the UK and a positive contribution to local communities. ACH is leading the sector through cutting edge approaches to client support and integration. It is currently one of the three UK-based IBM SkillsBuild partners and blends digital projects with key research partners to accelerate an individual's earning potential, enhance employability and better prepare refugees and migrants to current workspaces. TO FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.ach.org.uk Follow us on Twitter @ACHintegrates #rethinkingrefugee Like us on Facebook @ACHintegrates Follow us on Instagram @ACHintegrates