FACES (Sheffield) are always looking to improve, and one of the ways they do this is by consulting with learners who are either on an Adult Learning programme, or are thinking about developing their learning and skills. They would therefore really like to hear your views and hope you can help by answering the attached very short survey.
News and Events
Out and About in Bradford
6 March 2026
A wonderful evening at the Dual ESOL Pathway Showcase and Teachmeet at Bradford College
Event: MESH Spring Event: Pre-Entry ESOL. Reviewing Approaches & Sharing Ideas
Originally listed on 23 February 2026
Please join the MESH team for our spring ESOL Regional Networking event. Meet and share ideas with colleagues supporting ESOL learners: Pre-Entry ESOL. Reviewing Approaches & Sharing Ideas.
Event: MESH Annual General Meeting 2026
Originally listed on 16 February 2026
Please join us for the Migrant English Support Hub Annual General Meeting 2026, on 4th March at Leeds City College.
SY English Language Consortium – Expressions of Interest invited
13 February 2026
Today it was confirmed that the VCS tender opportunity is open (Grants up to a maximum of £75,000) for the ‘First Steps to English’ – South Yorkshire English Language Consortium; with the commissioning cycle managed by Total Training Provision. Please follow the link to express your interest. Deadline is 27th February.
Event: South Yorkshire English Language Consortium: Information Session
Originally listed on 13 February 2026
An important information session about the funded tender oppportunity for VCS organisations in South Yorkshire.
Beyond the Consultation: Preparing Our Communities following the Earned Settlement Proposals
10 February 2026
Right to remain have put together s guide for communities on preparing for the implications of the Earned Settlement proposals.
Briefing: the implications of the “earned settlement” proposals and what they might mean in practice
10 February 2026
A succinct and interesting briefing on the “earned settlement” policy document, which outlines the proposed changes to the settlement system ahead of the public consultation.
Call for support: Glimmer of Hope Academy, Gaza
6 February 2026
An inspiring educational project running in Gaza, the Glimmer of Hope Academy, has put out a call for support from the EAP/ELT community
Yorkshire & Humber ESOL Lunchtime Showcase – 28th January
6 January 2026
The first ESOL Lunchtime Showcase of 2026 continues our focus on developing teaching strategies in the context of anti-migrant activism.
- Asylum seekers and Refugees
Solace – supporting survivors of persecution & exile in Yorkshire and the Humber is piloting a new way for refugees and asylum seekers to access their video resources on a wide range of wellbeing and mental health topics.
Job Opportunity – MESH is hiring!
18 December 2025
- Job opportunity
We are looking for a Finance Officer – 0.2 fte, to help us deliver our core programme in Yorkshire and Humber and additional projects.
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