Leeds Sanctuary

Leeds Sanctuary We create sanctuary spaces where community is built, power is collective, and the message that you matter is constant.

Did you know Leeds Craftivists regularly run campaigns on key social justice issues? Our work has included projects focu...
23/06/2026

Did you know Leeds Craftivists regularly run campaigns on key social justice issues? Our work has included projects focused on Climate Racism — inviting the Leeds community to craft thoughtful pieces that call for action from those in power. Join in and help stitch solidarity into real change. 🌱🧵

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4r8ThVr

A good time was had by all at our Sketch Walk last week, as we celebrated Refugee Week! It was so good to learn about ou...
22/06/2026

A good time was had by all at our Sketch Walk last week, as we celebrated Refugee Week! It was so good to learn about our city's history of welcome and sanctuary, and the positive impact that those seeking sanctuary have had in our city.

Did you miss out on this one? Find out about the next four opportunities to learn more about our city creatively on our website: https://bit.ly/40WkeQ8

Our HYVH group for young adults enjoyed their Circus Party a couple of weeks ago. This was the result of several session...
18/06/2026

Our HYVH group for young adults enjoyed their Circus Party a couple of weeks ago. This was the result of several sessions of planning and prep - thinking about the decor, food and drink, and costumes and make-up.

Do you know someone who might benefit from being part of HYVH? Find out more on our website: https://bit.ly/4bJbcLf

Due to staff illness, Sip and Social is cancelled today. We're so sorry to anybody who got to Hyde Park Book Club before...
17/06/2026

Due to staff illness, Sip and Social is cancelled today. We're so sorry to anybody who got to Hyde Park Book Club before this post went out, and to cancel at short notice! The next session will be on 08 July at Chunk Bakery.

This Leeds Pride, step into the stories that shaped our city 🏳️‍🌈Join us for a relaxed Sketch Walk as we explore the his...
17/06/2026

This Leeds Pride, step into the stories that shaped our city 🏳️‍🌈

Join us for a relaxed Sketch Walk as we explore the history of LGBTQ+ activism in Leeds. Guided by Clifford Stead, we’ll learn, reflect, and capture key landmarks through sketching.

✏️ All abilities welcome
📄 Paper & pencils provided

📅 14 July | 5:30pm

Find out more and book your place at https://bit.ly/40WkeQ8

A few weeks ago, Eleanor hosted a Circus Party for our Have Your Voice Heard (HYVH) group... "One of the most wholesome ...
15/06/2026

A few weeks ago, Eleanor hosted a Circus Party for our Have Your Voice Heard (HYVH) group...

"One of the most wholesome parts of our HYVH party was watching everyone (me and Shelby, our volunteer, included) turn into big kids to play with balloons!

"It was an opportunity for our members to connect with a younger version of themselves in a shame free environment. It’s important for young adults to get a break from their usual responsibilities and be silly, with no judgement, expectations or “doing it wrong”. Small moments of joy can help to sustain or improve mental wellbeing, even if it’s only for the time that they’re in the session.”

We're grateful to the National Lottery Community Fund for their support of this group. Find out how you can support it on our website: https://bit.ly/4bJbcLf

In this month's Leeds Craftivists update, Emma shares why creativity takes courage: https://bit.ly/49ORuOd
12/06/2026

In this month's Leeds Craftivists update, Emma shares why creativity takes courage: https://bit.ly/49ORuOd

Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone 💛Our weekly Monday Mindfulness sessions offer a chance to reduce stress, build sel...
11/06/2026

Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone 💛

Our weekly Monday Mindfulness sessions offer a chance to reduce stress, build self-awareness, and gently process whatever life brings.

Join us this Monday lunchtime: https://bit.ly/47Ous85

Leeds has a powerful story of welcome.This Refugee Week, we’re stepping into that story with a city centre Sketch Walk l...
10/06/2026

Leeds has a powerful story of welcome.

This Refugee Week, we’re stepping into that story with a city centre Sketch Walk led by artist and historian Clifford Stead. Together, we’ll reflect on how people seeking sanctuary have shaped Leeds—past and present.

✨ A gentle, creative space to learn and connect
✨ No experience needed
✨ All materials provided

📅 16 June, 5:30pm

🎟 Save your place: https://bit.ly/49eT0J2

Recently Judith listened to a lady share her heartbreaking story of family breakdown, illness and homelessness. She had ...
09/06/2026

Recently Judith listened to a lady share her heartbreaking story of family breakdown, illness and homelessness. She had no place to stay that night.

“As she spoke, I found myself desperately wanting to help in some practical way, but also felt frustration that the reality was there was little I could actually do. I wondered what I could possibly say that might make a difference. Before I had the chance to respond, she thanked me. She said that simply being listened to meant something to her - she felt heard and believed.

“It was a gentle but powerful reminder that so often it's not about doing, but about being.”

Find out more about how you can support our chaplaincy work here: https://bit.ly/4tmWSPT

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