The Loneliness Line: Amtul & Ore

How can you feel alone when surrounded by people? Episode 1 of our podcast series explores the themes of purpose and belonging. We hear from Amtul, a refugee from India living in Bradford, and Ore, an MBA student from Nigeria living in Newcastle. Amtul and Ore discuss their experiences of isolation when living in a foreign country - and how volunteering has helped them connect. *Amtul is a Voices Ambassador and Ore volunteers with the British Red Cross to support people living with disabilities.

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The Kind Place is an audio series brought to you by the British Red Cross. Series 2 “We are VOICES” is produced by refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK. They bring you into their lives to share the challenges they face and speak up for change. It was made by The VOICES Network, in collaboration with The British Red Cross and supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. Senior Producers: Bridey Addison-Child and Jude Shapiro. _ Series 1 “The Loneliness Line” explores loneliness through a series of phone conversations between those experiencing it. People from across the UK shares what it really means to be lonely and what they’re doing to get through it. It was produced in collaboration with On Our Radar.