Together we create justice, equality and solidarity for migrant communities.

🧭 About Us

Unity of Migrant Workers (UMW) is a registered charity based in Hackney, London (Charity No. 1213132). Founded by and for migrant workers, refugees and their families, we exist to challenge inequality and build communities where everyone can belong and thrive. Guided by our values—justice, equality and solidarity—we provide practical support, learning opportunities and welcoming spaces that reduce isolation and open doors to new possibilities.

What we do:

• Education & Skills: English classes, training and workshops that grow confidence and employability.

• Community & Culture: Inclusive activities that connect people and celebrate our diverse backgrounds.

• Advice & Advocacy: Independent guidance and a trusted voice for migrant workers’ rights and wellbeing.

With volunteers, partners and local supporters, UMW helps hundreds of people each year access resources, develop skills and feel at home in Hackney and beyond. Together, we turn solidarity into action.

🎯 Our Mission

At Unity of Migrant Workers (UMW), our mission is to stand with migrant workers, refugees, and their families by addressing the challenges they face in daily life. We work to remove barriers such as language, economic hardship, and social isolation, while creating opportunities for growth, participation, and belonging.

Through education programmes, cultural activities, advocacy and community support, we empower people to build confidence, develop skills and strengthen their voices.

Guided by our values of justice, equality, and solidarity, we are committed to building inclusive communities where everyone feels safe, respected and able to thrive.

📚 Our Programmes

At Unity of Migrant Workers, we offer a variety of free and low-cost programmes designed to support personal development, community integration and emotional wellbeing:

• English Language Courses for adults

• Pilates and Yoga sessions for physical and mental wellbeing

• Psychological Support and group therapy

• Boxing Classes for youth and adults

• Children’s Art Classes to foster creativity and confidence

• Music Lessons including traditional instruments and voice

• Film Screenings exploring social issues and cultural identity

• Community Panels and Workshops on migrant rights, housing, employment and mental health

Our activities are open to all, with a special focus on migrant and refugee communities in need of support and belonging.

🌟 Our Vision

Our vision is a society where migrant workers, refugees and their families are treated with dignity, respect and fairness.
We imagine inclusive communities in which everyone — regardless of background — has equal opportunities to learn, work, and thrive.

UMW believes that by standing together in solidarity, we can break down barriers, challenge inequality, and create a future built on justice and belonging for all.

💬 Our Values

• Equity & Inclusion – We ensure equal opportunities and access for everyone.

• Empowerment – We give people the tools, knowledge and confidence to grow.

• Solidarity – We stand side by side with migrant communities.

• Dignity & Respect – We value every person and treat all with care.

• Community-Led – We listen, learn, and act together with our community.

• Transparency & Trust – We are open, accountable, and act with integrity.