In the UK, refugees face substantial economic hardship, including restrictions on working and minimal financial support. Whilst awaiting asylum decisions, some refugees survive on as little as £9.95 per week and 84% have been forced to choose between accessing transport and basic needs like food, healthcare and legal advice. This in turn exacerbates mental and physical ill-health, with lasting effects long after resettlement.

Since 2013, The Bike Project has been dedicated to addressing these challenges by providing refugees facing destitution and hardship with professionally refurbished bicycles in order to access essential services. Beyond this, we provide ongoing training to cycle with confidence and facilitate greater social inclusion through our Pedal Power and Bike Buddies community programmes.