This week is #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. We want to take this time to reflect on the impact of forced displacement, traumatic journeys and the cruelty of the hostile environment on our friends, colleagues and clients who have sought safety here.

We would also like to reflect on the impact of #Covid19 on heightening these traumatic experiences for everyone we work with, including our staff, volunteers and colleagues across the sector who are working tirelessly to continue to support people.

Last week, the reality of the current situation hit home, with the tragic death of a young man in hotel accommodation in Glasgow. Here, @alison_phipps finds the words that many couldn't. https://www.thenational.scot/news/18454880.another-life-lost-asylum-system-predicated-cruelty-injustice/

If you or someone you know is struggling, you can call @samaritans for free on 116 123.

You can also call Breathing Space for free on 0800 83 85 87.

See our coronavirus resources page for more info: http://www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/covid-19 

You can also call our helpline on 0141 223 7979 if you are affected by any of the issues raised in this thread and we will do what we can to help. Even in isolation, you are not alone.