Janine Griffiths, Author at East Side Story

The Refugee Who Risked His Life to Reveal a Global Scandal

Ricardo has spent his life running. From the war-ravaged Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the streets of South Africa, and now in the

February 26, 2025

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How a Trained Nurse Was Forced into a Year of Isolation

For more than a year, Nelson lived in limbo—trapped in an asylum hotel, unable to work, and powerless to control his own future. A

February 26, 2025

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A System Built to Break You: One Man’s 13-Year Fight for Survival

For seven years, he was trapped in limbo—unable to work, unable to return home, and struggling to survive on the streets. Originally from Cameroon,

February 26, 2025

Latest News·Latest stories·Refugee Voices

Pianists Unite for a Day of Music and Solidarity at Kirkgate Market

Eight talented Leeds pianists will keep the keys moving all day at Kirkgate Market, filling the air with an eclectic mix of pop, blues,

February 24, 2025

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Afrikan Market Leeds Returns to Celebrate Culture and Community

Afrikan Market Leeds is back this March 29th, bringing a vibrant celebration of African and Caribbean culture to the Leeds Caribbean & African Centre.

February 24, 2025

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Lift the Ban Takes the Stage at Leeds Playhouse

The Playhouse came alive last week with colour, songs, poetry and powerful speeches from some of the most marginalised people in society. Campaigners gathered

February 20, 2025

Breaking Down Barriers·Diverse Communities·East Leeds·Refugee Voices·Refugees

Life as a Syrian Refugee in the UK: ‘You’re Not Meant to Feel Human’

For Kayla, life in Damascus was filled with simple joys—weekend visits to family, summer trips to the beach, and afternoons spent wandering through the

February 16, 2025

East Leeds·Harehills·Refugee Voices

From South Africa to Seacroft: A former Asylum Seeker’s Fight for Safety and Dignity

When Akhona Ndudane arrived in the UK from South Africa, she hoped for safety and a fresh start. Instead, she found herself trapped in

February 12, 2025

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Janine Griffiths

The Refugee Who Risked His Life to Reveal a Global Scandal

How a Trained Nurse Was Forced into a Year of Isolation

A System Built to Break You: One Man’s 13-Year Fight for Survival

Pianists Unite for a Day of Music and Solidarity at Kirkgate Market

Afrikan Market Leeds Returns to Celebrate Culture and Community

Lift the Ban Takes the Stage at Leeds Playhouse

Life as a Syrian Refugee in the UK: ‘You’re Not Meant to Feel Human’

From South Africa to Seacroft: A former Asylum Seeker’s Fight for Safety and Dignity

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