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From stigma to support: why Arabic mental health education is vital?

The “Wellness Journey” project aims to produce short educational videos in Arabic, aligned with government mental health strategies to improve access to services and reduce stigma. The initiative focuses on enhancing mental well-being and establishing community support networks. Through collaborations with trusted organisations like Cape and Mind, the project will create Arabic content with English subtitles, organise social events, conduct…

Open Call for Young Contributors!

GRAPHO NEWSPAPEROpen Call for Young Contributors! Are you a young storyteller, writer, artist, or photographer?Grapho, a new quarterly newspaper supported by the Young Foundation, is looking for Ealing-based creatives (18-25)—especially those from refugee and migrant backgrounds. We’re Looking For: Writers, photographers, and artistsFresh perspectives on community, culture, and current issuesWhy Join? Paid opportunity to build your portfolioEditorial support and skill-buildingGet…

A Night of Stories and Flavour Brings Acton Neighbourhood Together

Acton’s vibrant community spirit is set to shine at the Acton Neighbourhood Festival Friday 8th Novembr with an unforgettable evening of storytelling and culinary discovery. From 6 to 8 p.m., attendees will gather at the W3 Gallery, Acton, for immersive experience where captivating tales meet the warm, aromatic flavours of traditional Syrian cuisine. Sponsored by Ealing Council, this free event…

Hikayetna is a not-for-profit community organisation based in London. Our mission is to empower local community through enhancing their voices. Our programmes offer skills training and mentoring to support refugees and migrants into successful careers. Hikayetna is a multimedia, collaborative, creative initiative that has helped young refugees express themselves through writing, storytelling, and photography since 2014. We design projects that…

Acton Neighbourhood Festival

We’re thrilled to launch this monthly series to bring our community together regularly, The Acton Neighbourhood Festival is all about celebrating local talent and fostering a sense of togetherness, and we believe these monthly events will strengthen our community cohesion. The Acton Neighbourhood Festival brings the local community together with an exciting blend of poetry nights, live music, storytelling, and…