YOUR ADDRESS
TODAY'S DATE
Re: FULL NAME of who you are writing about.
To whom it may concern,
I am writing in full support of ……… and his/her/their application to be granted asylum in the UK/ for residency in the UK (Everyone in writing in support of Jeff Knight in Bristol, you want the second one)
I first met THEIR FIRST NAME when; (clear, simple description of how you know them/ what capacity) E.g: I was volunteering with Bristol Signing Support (BSS) at Patchway Police Station in Bristol. BSS are an organisation who give advice to, refer and support people who are seeking asylum and must come and ‘sign’ with the Home Office.
I have spoken with THEIR FIRST NAME several times when……... He/she/they are/is (description of their character; please change this bit) extremely kind, warm, intuitive and has a genuine passion and care for his community and all he does. ……….has an innate ability to make people feel welcome, he gives people his time and is extremely friendly.
(In this paragraph write about what they do/ more about their character and how they show and demonstrate these traits). EXAMPLE: THEIR FIRST NAME consistently demonstrates his/her/their commitment, passion and dedication to social change, community, and bettering society. His/her/their extensive voluntary and community work is testimony to who THEIR FIRST NAME is today (Further detail of what they do): (His social enterprise….. volunteering with……..fundraising with……. . Further commentary on them as a person, with reference to their situation : has remained proactive, positive, and resilient despite challenges he has had to face.
THEIR FIRST NAME has so much to contribute to society. …….. deserves the right to be formally recognised as a member of the British Community and be given the permission to utilise the entitlements that the UK Government has to offer.
I am available for any further correspondence via email, phone or in person to support ………case. (Please only add this if you are able and willing to).
YOUR NAME
If you like, your occupation/position: EXAMPLES:
- Director and Social Media/Campaign Co-ordinator of the UK Refugee Support Community.
- SUBJECT student at the University of…/Member of…/Volunteer at…./Citizen of Bristol
ADD YOUR EMAIL AND CONTACT