Exclusions, Risks, and Barriers to Section 17 Support

Join us for the upcoming session of our exciting new training series in collaboration with United Impact.

In this session, we’ll examine the key challenges families face in accessing Section 17 support. We’ll explore exclusions to support based on immigration status and how the hostile environment creates significant barriers to requesting and receiving assistance. We’ll also look at how an austerity-driven mindset contributes to ‘gatekeeping’ practices and how these can be addressed. Finally, we’ll explore the negative impact these obstacles have on families with no recourse to public funds.

This training is ideal for professionals who regularly make Section 17 referrals or work with individuals receiving Section 17 support. Please note, there will be only a brief overview of Section 17, so it’s best suited for those already familiar with the topic.

The session will cover:

• About Project 17 and United Impact
• Understanding NRPF and Section 17: A Quick Refresher
• Exclusions to Section 17
• Risks and Barriers to Accessing Support
• ‘Gatekeeping’
• The Impact on Families

You can read more about the session and purchase tickets here.