HIAS’ eighth annual Refugee Shabbat, which will take place on March 13-14 2025, is an opportunity to join the global Jewish movement for refugee solidarity and welcome. By signing up, you’ll be celebrating the profound, meaningful impact that this work has. HIAS+JCORE is proud to be coordinating Refugee Shabbat in the UK and is delighted to invite you to join us.

This Refugee Shabbat comes at a critical moment. Recent funding cuts to international humanitarian efforts in the US – and around the world – have been devastating. But they’ve shown too just how strong our community is.

With refugee rights under attack in the UK and worldwide, and divisive actors fanning the flames of division and dehumanising displaced people, this is a critical time to learn and take action.

By signing up, you’ll be standing with Jewish communities, organisations, and individuals from around the world, showing your support for refugees and people seeking asylum. Complete the form at the bottom of this page to register.

There’s lots of different ways to get involved with Refugee Shabbat in 2026! From running a week of activism or awareness on refugee issues, to joining with other congregations, groups, and faith communities to learn and take action together, or using this moment to explore connections between Jewish values and supporting displaced people, there are many options for your participation.

HIAS+JCORE will be facilitating events with communities and groups across the UK. Our team are available to speak at your synagogue or community group – or we can put you in contact with local groups who share our vision and commitment to welcoming displaced people. Resources will also be available for Rabbis and congregations who would like to run independent events.

After registering, you’ll receive access to HIAS+JCORE’s Refugee Shabbat 2026 resource. This covers all of the latest statistics (both from the UK and globally), related Jewish thought and teaching, and a series of discussion starters to enhance your event.