NEWS FEEDS

Last year, FODI was grateful to receive valuable support from volunteers representing Teen Challenge and Sunderland Medical University, who assisted with our drop-in services. In December, four volunteers from Teen Challenge attended and supported our Minister Drop-In. Additionally, six medical students from Sunderland School of Medicine provided assistance at our Wednesday Drop-In sessions, and this…

Yesterday was a truly special day as FODI service users came together at St Mary’s Catholic Church to celebrate Christmas together. The hall was filled with joy, laughter, and the wonderful sense of togetherness that makes this time of year so meaningful. Everyone enjoyed a delicious Christmas meal, shared conversations, and plenty of smiles. The…

At a special ceremony held today, 11th December 2025, in the historic Sunderland Minster Church, Fodi was proudly announced as the winner of the 2025 Cohesion Award at the VCAS Open Arms Awards. This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of everyone involved in Fodi — from our trustees to our volunteers —…

The Friends of the Drop-In for Asylum Seekers and Refugees in Sunderland (FODI) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2025 on Wednesday, 12th November, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Sunderland. The meeting offered an opportunity to reflect on the year’s achievements, discuss future goals, and reaffirm FODI’s commitment to supporting asylum seekers…

The Annual General Meeting of the Friends of the Drop-In for Asylum Seekers and Refugees (FODI) will be held on Wednesday, 12th November 2025, at 2.15 pm. If you wish to read the Management Committee’s Report, Treasurer’s report and last year’s AGM minutes, please see the links below this post.