The BME Health Forum is a partnership of Global Majority grassroots organisations
We work together to promote systemic change to address health inequalities in racialised communities. We deliver health and wellbeing services, help our partners and their communities influence healthcare policy/provision, and strengthen Global Majority organisations.
Our organisation is led by people with experience of the issues we address.
The BME Health Forum is governed by a board of 9 trustees, the majority of whom are Directors of Global Majority community organisations. See our current trustees here.
The board is supported by an advisory group which also includes representatives from the NHS North West London ICS, Kensington & Chelsea Social Council, One Westminster, and SOBUS.
We secure funding to coordinate health and wellbeing services, delivered with our partners
We increase partners' capacity to deliver services with training, fundraising, organisational development & governance support
We help partners and their communities influence healthcare policy and provision
Highlights
Abdul Mageed Education Trust invites you to "African and Caribbean Celebration of Health"
A community health, wellbeing and cultural celebration.
“Celebrating our Health” Community In-Reach Launch event at the Stowe!
The BME Health Forum, together with a steering group of African and Caribbean led community organisations hosted the Launch Event of the Community In-Reach programme of Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster at the Stowe Centre on Saturday 13th June – We called it “ Celebrating our Health” and it was a truly fun, engaging and informative day bringing together the community with fun activities, free exercise sessions, dance show from Paddington Arts youth dance group, music, health talks, free haircuts from Mane Culture, delicious African and Caribbean food from local caterers and NHS professionals offering a range of information on health issues and research initiatives relevant to African and Caribbean communities. We also had a range of stalls from local community organisations and on the spot blood pressure checks.
Community In-Reach
The Community In‑Reach Programme is all about working with community organisations led by or supporting African and Caribbean people across Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster. We’re looking for organisations that will host culturally rooted health & wellbeing events in places people know and trust. Instead of expecting people to travel to clinics or navigate complicated systems, events bring support and advice into places where people already gather such as community centres, faith spaces, youth hubs, cultural venues and more.
The programme is delivered in partnership by:
- BME Health Forum — local programme lead
- Kensington & Chelsea Social Council (KCSC)
- One Westminster
- NHS North West London Integrated Care Board - who fund the programme.
Read more here
Public Involvement Front Door launch
The Public Involvement Front Door combines a values-based approach with practical tips and resources to open up the world of public involvement and empower researchers of all experience levels to meaningfully involve public members in their work.
The BME Health Forum's Engagement and Projects Manager - Phayza Fudlalla features in a video sharing her knowledge and insight around developing meaningful research partnerships with community organisations.
The BME Health Forum’s Health Advocacy project involves training bilingual Health Advocates from a number of BAME community groups to help patients in their own language.
This project is funded by the National Lottery and the initial programme ended in August 2025, however we have recently secured renewed funding to continue this work.*
The video above was made by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust showing the impact that Health Advocates make in their hospitals in understanding the barriers that many of their patients are facing.
Read more about this project here
* Read more about our NEW Health Advocacy Service here
You Need To Know - NHS womb cancer awareness campaign
The 'You Need To Know' campagn was launched on the 31st January. Womb cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women in the United Kingdom. It is important to understand what women know about this cancer so that we can increase awareness. Several campaign assets have been developed such as posters, images, and a video that can be shared of which the BME Health Forum's Phayza Fudlalla took part in (see above). These can be shared on Social media, newsletters and placed in community settings. A video in Arabic is also now available.
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As part of Richmond’s Borough of Sanctuary Action Plan, Richmond Council is commissioning a six-month communications and engagement project to strengthen connections with refugee and migrant communities. The project will identify effective outreach channels and community assets and co-produce a targeted communications plan with people who have lived experience of forced migration. The opportunity closes on 27 August 2026.
Please see the following funding opportunities currently open for applications that have been shared with us: GSK IMPACT Award for registered charities at least three years old, working in a health-related field in the UK, MSD UK 2026 Grants Programme for healthcare and patient organisations for rojects tackling health inequalities, and Musk-Burton Family Trust grants for UK-registered charities working in the UK or overseas, particularly in relief of poverty, education, environment/conservation, or relief of sickness and preservation of health.
One Westminster, alongside our VCSE partners, are launching the Westminster HealthWorks programme. Westminster HealthWorks is a community-based programme that supports residents aged 16+ to live healthier lives through local activities and support. The programme will offer a mix of healthy lifestyle activities, talks and workshops, all led by trusted VCS organisations in the community. Applications to join the programme are now open! Organisations can apply for Small Grants (£2-5k), Medium (£20-25k per year), or Large (£45-50k per year). Applications for Medium and Large grants will close on Sunday 16th August 2026 at 11.59pm and small grants are open on a rolling basis.
Join Abdul Mageed Educational Trust at The Stowe Centre on 22nd August, 11 - 7pm for a community health, wellbeing and cultural celebration for African and Caribbean communities. You can expect: Health Checks, Health & Wellbeing stalls, Health Talks, Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, Gymnastic Show, Music and Zumba! All welcome!
Join Dragonfish Consulting for a practical, one-hour culture bootcamp for charities, community organisations and other VCSEs in Westminster. Dragonfish is a multi-award-winning global culture and performance consultancy. This session will provide practical insights into how effective culture management can help organisations strengthen performance, employee engagement and long-term sustainability.
NHS West and North London ICB have recently published a further update on adult community specialist palliative and end‑of‑life care in north west London. This bulletin builds on the April update and provides more specific detail on how the new, more consistent model of care is being implemented across individual boroughs, reflecting phased delivery and different starting points.
Please find some links with useful information on how to get Special needs cards and ID bracelets for disabled people.
Media Trust's communications courses are designed for charities, helping you build your media, digital and communications skills in a way that is both affordable and accessible. View our upcoming sessions and book your spot today! Course topics include: Email marketing for charities; Media interviews for charities; Words that inspire giving: Copywriting for fundraisers; LinkedIn for charities; and more.
“Know Your Rights” are a series of free sessions that we run with different groups in the local community to help individuals feel more confident about navigating the complex healthcare system. The sessions are designed to help individuals understand their rights when accessing health and social care services. In addition to this we also encourage general feedback via our Our "Have your say" form which enables us to collaborate with residents to identify and monitor existing and emerging health concerns.
Health matters to all of us. That’s why the NHS in west and north London wants to know how local groups want to be involved in their NHS. We know that some communities face greater barriers to accessing services and participating in decision-making. This workshop will provide an opportunity for residents and community organisations to discuss what meaningful involvement looks like, what makes participation difficult, and what the NHS can do differently to ensure everyone's voice is heard. We particularly want to understand how we can build stronger relationships with communities that are often furthest from decision-making and ensure their experiences shape future NHS decisions.
The Abbey Centre is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Pantry Assistant Project Officer to support the delivery of our thriving Community Pantry. Working alongside a dedicated and diverse team of staff and volunteers, you will help deliver an essential service supporting more than 100 local households every week. This is a hands-on role, ensuring our logistics operation runs smoothly, food is handled safely, and the Pantry is fully stocked and compliant ahead of each opening day.
Teaching House are offering free English language classes for adults at their London school from 20 July – 11 September. The classes are free as part of the Cambridge University Assessment CELTA course. While they are fun and friendly, they are also structured. They cover reading skills, listening comprehension, grammar, vocabulary all with plenty of speaking and a communicative focus. Classes are open to anyone who may benefit, including refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, and other adult learners looking to improve their English.
Boost your health and happiness. Join dancers Speakerbox Street Party for a free, fun dance party on Church Street. Suitable for all ages and abilities, no specific shoes or clothes required, just turn up and join in! The first one take place on Saturday 8th August - Find us in the triangle outside no.56 Church Street, NW8 8ET at 2pm - 4.30pm
This two-hour online workshop will bring together Healthwatch representatives and NHS colleagues to discuss how we can improve the way residents influence decisions about health and care. We will explore opportunities to strengthen collaboration, share intelligence from communities, and ensure that local people's experiences and feedback are reflected in planning and decision-making. Your input will help inform future approaches to involvement across west and north London.
Safe by CST has lots of events coming up with partners - please note that you are very welcome to join even if the partner is from a different area or organisation. You can see, and register for, all our up-coming, free webinars and view the schedule listed by month from September - November. Topics include: Practical Walk Through Martyn’s Law; Event Security; Women’s Safety; Online Security; Countering Radicalisation and Changing Mindsets; Hate Crime; and lots more.
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