Royal British Legion

The Royal British Legion is the leading Armed Forces charity in the UK providing vital support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families.

Established in 1921, we offer a wide range of services, including financial assistance, housing support, access to health assistance, and employment advice.

We’re proud to support our Armed Forces personnel and serve as the nation’s champion of Remembrance. We believe Remembrance is for All and our mission is to unite communities, foster understanding across faiths, cultures, and backgrounds, and honour the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community from Britain and the Commonwealth.

Every year, our Poppy Appeal – a symbol of remembrance – helps raise funds for essential services that support those who have served and continue to serve our nation. Together, we can ensure that their legacy lives on.

Mica Paris at The Festival of Remembrance, Saturday 11 November 2023

The Royal British Legion is also a campaigning organisation, championing key issues and giving our Armed Forces community a voice, to help improve the lives of everyone in the Armed Forces community.

From before the First World War to recent conflicts, Black men and women have served, and continue to serve, with courage, honour and compassion.

Below are 6 videos sharing stories of service and sacrifice of some of these brave men and women.

https://vimeo.com/404566265?share=copy  Allan Wilmot

https://vimeo.com/676320630?share=copy Caribbean Community Service and Sacrifice

https://vimeo.com/676350795?share=copy African Community Service and Sacrifice

https://vimeo.com/626317295?share=copy The British West Indies Regiment

https://vimeo.com/426238750?share=copy Joseph Hammond

https://youtu.be/u6Len0Fces4?si=4kqRaR0T4VYXw-d2 Reflecting on the service of the Windrush Generation – 75 years on

 

Leroy Deer – Royal British Legion, Warehouse Operations Supervisor

As an employer we have strived hard to create a One Legion culture that we can all feel part of and succeed in. It’s why we make sure that everyone has access to the opportunities they need to learn and develop. It’s why we’re invested in making The Royal British Legion a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves. It’s why we welcome everyone, from diverse backgrounds and experiences, whoever they might be.

Visit our website to find out more about the unique and varied work that we do and search our latest job vacancies to find out how you can contribute to our valuable work.