Social Groups & Activities for displaced peoples

Join Our Community Meetups and Activities

Our meetups group is a place where refugees, asylum-seekers, and migrants seeking companionship can come together to explore, learn, and have fun. Whether you’re passionate about art, culture, nature, or simply enjoy trying new things, there’s something for everyone.

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Regular Meetups for Refugees and Asylum-Seekers

Our Social Groups & Activities programme offers refugees, people seeking asylum and migrants a welcoming space to meet others, try something new and feel part of a community.

Throughout the year we come together for a wide range of activities across London, from museum and gallery visits to creative workshops, gardening, pottery, music, cooking and days out in nature. Some activities are one-off events, while others meet regularly and give people the chance to build friendships and develop new skills over time.

At WCC, we know that wellbeing grows through connection. Our groups are relaxed, inclusive and shaped by the interests of the people who attend. Whether you’re looking to meet new people, explore the city, enjoy a creative hobby or simply spend time with others, there’s a place for you here.

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"It takes my mind off my distress. While I am with the group I met different people, it gives me the chance to chat rather than staying at home and feeling very low"

Group Member

Our Current Group Activities

  • Monthly Outings with the Meetups Group
  • Monthly Craft Club for women
  • Weekly Gardening Club, in partnership with Bankside Open Spaces Trust

Previous Projects

  • Weekly Pottery Club, in partnership with Mud Gang Pottery Studios (August 2025 – August 2026)
  • Waterloo Walking Tours, in partnership with Lambeth Tour Guides Association (Spring & Summer 2025)

Meeting Point

We usually meet at our Waterloo office before heading out as a group to our activity for the day.

Previous Trips

  • Visits to London’s world class museums and galleries
  • Workshops (for example – beekeeping, theatre, handicrafts)
  • Walks around London’s green spaces or landmarks
  • Cooking, sports, trips to the theatre
Waterloo Community Counselling

Barley Mow Clinic, Greet House, Frazier Street, London SE1 7BD

Group activity garden clean up
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Collaborate or Volunteer

We’re always looking to collaborate and hear from people who are interest in being involved either as a group support volunteer or to offer an activity or workshop for the group. Please get in touch.

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"I really appreciated the service understanding my position and making plans that were realistic for me. The service was helpful. I definitely saw improvement between the beginning and the end."

Maria Low Cost Counselling client

"I used to feel very lonely and depressed before I started my sessions. I feel seeing and talking to my counsellor weekly saved my life."

Gina Multilingual Counselling Service client

"We got to speak about our experiences and culture, so I am so glad I joined the group. I feel better and stronger than before. I thank WCC for everything done for me, from the outings to free computer and therapy. It is life changing.”

Sarah Multilingual Counselling Service client and group member

"My mental health felt dramatically improved by my sessions. I can’t express how valuable and meaningful my sessions have been to improving the way I feel about myself and relate to others."

Sandra Low Cost Counselling client

"WCC is great place to be, the staff work so hard to make us feel involved, appreciated and create meaningful networks that we would otherwise not get opportunity to be part of."

Joseph Multilingual Counselling Service client and group member