Across the globe, war, persecution, and systemic violence force millions of innocent people to flee their homes in a desperate bid for survival. Yet, those who arrive in the UK seeking refuge are increasingly confronted with widespread hostility, prejudice, and demonisation fuelled by misunderstanding.
In a moving special audio report broadcast by BBC News East Yorkshire titled “From: Why we risked our lives to come to Hull,” the station examined the harrowing reality of forced displacement through the firsthand experiences of a family supported by Hull Sisters.
The broadcast documented the perilous, exhausting journey this family endured to escape severe danger in their war-torn homeland. Their experience mirrored that of countless women and children who find refuge at our centre: their decision to flee was never a calculated lifestyle choice, but a matter of sheer survival to protect their children from violence and death.
The feature challenged listeners to step into their shoes, demonstrating that true security at home would mean no mother would ever risk everything on a dangerous crossing. Rather than approaching refugees with hostility, the report urged society to lead with empathy, compassion, and human dignity.
Hull Sisters remains committed to standing beside asylum seekers and refugees, providing a safe haven, essential relief, and advocacy to ensure every family is treated with respect as they rebuild their lives.
