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Citizens Advice Hillingdon is pleased to be working in partnership with REAP (Refugees in Effective and Active Partnership) to deliver a Connected Community Day, helping residents better understand their rights around benefits and employment. Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, this free event will provide practical information, expert advice and the opportunity to speak directly with advisers in a welcoming community setting. 
Helping You Understand Your Rights 
 
Whether you're starting work, claiming benefits, or unsure how employment may affect your entitlement, this event is designed to help you avoid common problems and make informed decisions. 
 
The day will include: 
 
Understanding Benefits Without Getting It Wrong, an informative session explaining benefit rules and avoiding common mistakes. 
 
Employment & Contracts, Know Your Rights- practical guidance on employment rights, contracts and workplace protections. 
 
Advice Stall: free information, advice and guidance from Citizens Advice Hillingdon advisers. 
 
Community Lunch -hosted by REAP, providing an opportunity to meet others and connect with local services. 
Event Details 
 
📅 Thursday 24th September 2026 
 
🕚 11:00am – 2:00pm 
 
📍 Yiewsley Methodist Halls (Upstairs) 
Fairfield Road, Yiewsley 
UB7 8EY 
 
Working Together for Stronger Communities 
By working alongside REAP and with support from The National Lottery Community Fund, we're helping ensure local communities have access to reliable advice, understand their rights and feel confident navigating benefits and employment. 
 
Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you're looking for information, have questions about your situation or simply want to find out more about the support available. 
 
For more information, contact [email protected] or REAP via WhatsApp on 07983 419388. 
 
We look forward to welcoming you on 24th September 
 
Acknowledgements 
With thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund – Awards for All for supporting this work and helping us empower residents through free advice, information, and community support opportunities. 
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