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SINGA Belgium for refugees in BrusselsSINGA Belgium aims at making locals and newcomers (asylum seekers, refugees, migrants) meet in order to foster their integration and inclusion into Belgian society. SINGA offers to get involved or organise activities with refugees, be a volunteer, host or house them.SINGA Belgium for refugees in Brussels top of pageNos activités sont gratuites et ouvertes à tous ! Rejoignez-nous 🚀Nos activités sont gratuites et ouvertes à tous ! Rejoignez-nous 🚀Nos activités sont gratuites et ouvertes à tous ! Rejoignez-nous 🚀SINGAwhy we came to beour philosophyour impactsince 2017notre équipeMEET UPAT HOME: CALMIN GROUP: ACTIVITIES & BAZARSIN PAIRS: BUDDY & ADMINBUDDYAGENDAJOIN THE TEAMDOCUMENTSRAISE FUNDS FOR SINGACONTACTMore...Use tab to navigate through the menu items.CONNECTING INDIVIDUALS  Notre raison d'êtreOUR PURPOSEBack in 2016, a group of local citizens in Brussels realised how difficult it was for newcomers in the city (inc. asylum seekers, refugees, undocumented people…) to meet and connect with locals. This lack of contact with locals prevents newcomers from feeling fully integrated in Brussels. It affects multiple aspects of their life, from learning languages and discovering the city and its culture, to job opportunities, housing, personal development. But it also has an impact on the ‘bruxellois’, restricting their social circles, creating prejudice and fear of immigrants.   SINGA creates spaces for connections to be made between newcomers and local people already settled in Brussels. These interactions can take the shape of group meetups, one-on-one pairings, or even hosting. We foster opportunities for newcomers and promote an enriched, diverse society where everyone has a place to live to their full potential.   It’s through these meetings that the magic really happens: friendships are born, adventures are planned, support is provided for job and house hunting, and languages, cultures and recipes are exchanged. Connections are made as the prejudices fall away!Notre philosophieOUR PHILOSOPHYIn the collective imagination of host countries, the word “migrant” often conjures images of a uniform, dehumanised, powerless but dangerous mass of people. This lowly impression creates an insensitive view of migration, polarises society and reinforces the “us” vs “them” narrative.   SINGA recognises that the world is in movement. Movement to find new ideas, opinions and people. Movement in perceptions. Movement in stereotypes and preconceived ideas. We recognise that social values cannot move forward without this dynamism.   At SINGA, we refuse to see migration as a humanitarian or security issue. Migration gives us a vital opportunity to meet new people and bring new meaning to our lives as citizens. Migration is an economic opportunity and fertile ground for connections without limits and cultural enrichment.   SINGA shines a light on the many talents that new arrivals bring with them, to promote co-living, co-creation and cultural enrichment.LEXQUE SINGASINGA GLOSSARYNEWCOMER (vs "migrant" or "refugee)"LOCAL PERSONMEMBER OF THE COMMUNITY (vs "beneficiary")INCLUSION (vs "integration")A person who has newly arrived in the territory and is searching to contribute to the host society and develop their network (professional or social).Someone who has been living somewhere for some time (with nationality or otherwise). At SINGA, newcomers and locals meet each other on a daily basis.We think that being in the mindset of "helping" newcomers prevents a real consideration of what they want and what they can bring. Therefore, we create spaces that are balanced, where everyone is equal as a member of SINGA.The concept of "integration" refers to individual actions that allow someone to be included in a social system that already exists. SINGA strives to promote active inclusion, where each person (irrespective of their administrative status or other characteristics) takes part in the construction and the development of a constantly evolving system.NOTRE IMPACTOUR IMPACTIn 2021, SINGA conducted a survey among 400 of its members to evaluate the effects of its projects. The full report of this study is available here.ON NEWCOMERS:Being surrounded by people 97% of newcomers say they have at least one person they can rely on. 59% cite SINGA as the determining factor in this.Getting out of isolation Almost 75% of the newcomers felt lonely when they arrived in Belgium; this situation was completely reversed at the time of the survey, with the same proportion saying that they no longer felt isolated.Developing social capital 33% of newcomers have met one or more significant people, i.e. with whom they are in regular contact and whom they can call if necessary. 91% have already mobilised this new network.Improving their French 53% of the newcomers feel that their participation in the SINGA programmes has allowed them to improve or is still allowing them to feel more comfortable with the language.Developing your network 90% of newcomers say they have met local people through SINGA. 30% met between 1 and 10 people at SINGA, 23% between 10 and 20, and 47% more than 20 people! 97 90 75 61 53 40 33Getting to know their environment  For 61% of the newcomers, participating in SINGA has helped them to gain a better understanding of the codes of conduct and has facilitated their access to social and cultural reference points, and thus to feel comfortable in Brussels.Taking new steps Almost 40% of the newcomers feel that SINGA has helped them to take certain steps (all types).ON THE COMMUNITY: 58%Bringing people together Apart from the links created via SINGA, 58% of the locals have no contact with newcomers.Normalising intergroup bonding In 40% of cases, meetings with members of the other group continue in private life. 40%ON BRUSSELS RESIDENTS:66%Fight against prejudices towards newcomers 66% of the locals feel that they have changed the way they look at newcomers. 48% feel able to influence the way people around them look at newcomers and to deconstruct prejudices about them.Awareness of the potential of newcomers 70% of locals acknowledge that they realise the potential of newcomers.70%85%Recognising the individuality of newcomers The image of newcomers often portrayed refers to a shapeless and dehumanised group ("migrants") that has a negative impact on the host society (security, economy, etc.). 85% of locals feel that their perception has changed.DEPUIS 2017SINCE 2017 ...900 Buddy pairs connected 69% have seen each other 4 times after 2 months 73% see each other in their private lives 76% plan to continue seeing their buddy after the project 76% will continue to come to activities   150 AdminBuddy pairs connected 86% rate their relationship as good or very good 100% would recommend the experience to others160 cohabitations set up   92% of the refugees leaving the project found sustainable housing 93% are satisfied or very satisfied with their experience 78% feel that the experience of living together has made them feel more integrated in Belgium ​ 80% of the co-habitants are satisfied or very satisfied with their experience 54% say they will continue to see their roommate after the project 80% are willing to repeat the CALM experience2000 organised activities 54 different activities  600 bazaars organised 320 volunteers involved in their organisation, of which 30% were newcomers 44,000 registered participations, 52% of which were newcomers  NOTRE EQUIPEOUR TEAMSUPPORTDavid TAQUIN DirectorLionel DEFRAIGNE Fundraising and CommunicationDiane PLESSIA Support Admin, Fin, HRAlice NOIROT Communications Teammate                   HOUSING                Coralie VERHOEVEN SupervisorLucie BARANES Housing project officer  COMMUNITYBénédicte LOSDYCK SupervisorAhmed HAYYAWI Inclusion project ManagerJade JUILLET Buddy project ManagerManuella TOYU Activities & Bazar Supervisor  Valentine BELLET Bazar and Buddy TeammateRubis JANIN-PENROSE Bazar TeammateNEWSLETTERWith the support of tStichting Spring, the Wallonia-Brussels Federation, the NIF Foundation, the 4Wings Foundation, the King Baudouin Foundation, the SOMFY Foundation, the Vinci Fund, the Amélie Fund, Action Vivre Ensemble, EPIM and the French Community Commission of the Brussels-Capital Region.SINGA is committed to respecting your privacy when processing your personal data in accordance with the European Data Protection Act. The general conditions and privacy policy are set out in the attached document.bottom of pageenen1729778821https://singa-belgium.org

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