Calls for laptop, smartphone and tablet donations for Afghan refugees in Hampshire

A charity is asking for laptops, smartphones and tablets in its latest donation drive to help evacuated Afghan families who are staying in temporary accommodation in Hampshire.

Community First has been coordinating donations across the county and has so far provided six laptops to families from its emergency response fund, enabling them to keep in touch with their loved ones and access online services.

The charity has requested that donations should be new, nearly new, or used devices that are in good condition and should be donated together with the correct leads and chargers.

If you have suitable equipment to donate, please get in touch with the Community First team using their contact form.

Community First's Chief Executive, Tim Houghton, said "Now that we are successfully distributing the most essential items to families, we can turn our attention to supporting families with establishing their life in the UK and staying socially connected during a very difficult time.

“Supplying laptops, smartphones and tablets will go a long way to ensuring families can keep in contact with loved ones who may be very far away and start accessing vital services that will help them in the resettlement process.”