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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

"Health and Wellbeing Day" for BME Women promoting Health Awareness and Wellbeing

Join Ethiopian Women's Empowerment Group (EWEG) on the 20th November for this FREE community wellbeing event.

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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.

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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.

Public Involvement Front Door launch

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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.

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Helping BAME patients access NHS services in North West London

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.

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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Save on your team’s training and join us for our free panel! Latest opportunities from Media Trust

Want to give your team the skills and confidence to take your charity’s communications further in 2027? Now’s the time, we’re offering 15% off all bespoke training bookings! Our bespoke training is designed specifically for your charities like yours. Whether you’re looking to boost your media presence, sharpen your storytelling, or explore new ways to mobilise the people who matter to your cause. Also on Thursday 3 December, join us for a free panel on how your charity can support spokespeople with lived experience to shape media conversations safely, effectively and on their own terms.

Meet The Funder Event: The National Lottery Community Fund (24.11.26)

Join K&C Social Council online to learn more about the National Lottery Community Fund from their Funding Officer for North and West London On 24 November 2026 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The National Lottery Community Fund is the largest single source of funding for community activities in the UK, with £700m a year being distributed. They fund both small and large community projects that help people connect, grow and build a better future. The focus is on supporting people facing poverty, disadvantage or discrimination.

Community Activate Fund (appplication deadline 27 Nov)

Skin Like Mine’s Community Activate Fund, delivered through One Voice Network (OVN) as part of the London HIV Prevention Programme (LHPP), is a community activation fund supporting Black-led and Black-community-rooted organisations, groups and grassroots initiatives to design and deliver locally focused activities across London. We are looking for community-led approaches that create opportunities for broader conversations about health, wellbeing, and sexual health, integrating HIV prevention, awareness, testing and access to prevention services.

It Still Counts Community Toolkit

'It Still Counts' is a new Royal Marsden Partners campaign raising awareness of the cancer risks associated with all forms of tobacco, including cigarettes, cigars, shisha and chewing tobacco such as paan. Running from November 2026 to March 2027, the campaign encourages residents to recognise possible cancer symptoms, seek advice from their GP and access support to stop using tobacco.

Turtle Song London 2027

Turtle Song is an award-winning free singing and songwriting project for people living with dementia and all forms of memory loss, and their families and carers. The group work with a professional composer and director across 9 weekly sessions to create their own original song cycle, which is performed in a relaxed sharing for friends and family during the final session. It has been running in different areas around the country since 2008 and is a collaboration between Turtle Key Arts, English Touring Opera and Royal College of Music.

Two Job opportunities at Young K&C (apply by 23.11.26)

Young K&C currently have two exciting opportunities available!: Membership & Development Manager (Full Time Role)⁠; and Supplementary School Coordinator (Part Time Role)⁠. The Membership & Development Manager will lead the delivery and development of Young K&C’s support for our member organisations: local voluntary and community organisations working with children and young people across Kensington and Chelsea. The Supplementary Schools Coordinator will be responsible for upskilling local supplementary schools in Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster. ⁠

Lay partner opportunity at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust (apply by 27.11.26)

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is looking for two new lay partners to join their lay partner programme. Lay partners work alongside the Trust to bring patient, carer and community perspectives into our work. They contribute to projects, programmes, meetings and decision-making, helping make sure a diverse range of experiences and views are heard and considered. Please note that remuneration is offered to help reduce the financial barriers that might otherwise prevent or discourage participation.

‘Think Fire’ this winter – fire safety message from the London Fire Brigade our SAEB Safeguarding Ambassadors

Please see the latest bulletin from the SAEB Safeguarding Ambassadors and the London Fire Brigade to ‘Think Fire’ this winter. The bulletin highlights key fire-safety risks during the colder months, with a particular focus on the risks associated with emollient creams, following a number of regional fire-related deaths in which emollients were identified as a contributing factor.

London Boroughs Faiths Network Newsletter - November 2026

The London Boroughs Faiths Network (LBFN) brings faith and belief communities together so they are seen, heard and part of shaping a fairer, safer and more connected London. Welcome to the November 2026 edition of the LBFN Newsletter well you will find information on Community Resilience Training, Inter Faith Week, London Resilience Summit, Risk and Capability Workshop, and more.

PCREF Patient Advisory Group at Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (apply by 20.11.26)

CNWL are looking for patients, carers and people with lived experience or community insight who would like to help shape their work on race equality in mental health services. Members will meet bi-monthly from January 2027 to share their perspectives, identify barriers and priorities, and help influence how services improve. Payment will be provided in line with CNWL’s patient and carer involvement arrangements. The closing date for expressions of interest is 20 November 2026.

Free Alcohol Awareness Training Opportunity (bi-borough)

RBKC and Westminster (Bi-borough)'s commissioned substance misuse service Change, Grow, Live (CGL) have up and coming training that might be of interest for those supporting impacted communities. Dates available are Monday 23rd November and Monday 21st December.

EVENT: Navigating Crossroads Live - Just under 4 weeks to go… (28.11.26)

We've been working hard behind the scenes to bring Navigating Crossroads LIVE 2026 together, and we're getting excited about what's in store. On Saturday 28 November, we'll be welcoming Black women to Perceval House in Ealing for a day of inspiring conversations, practical sessions, meaningful connections and opportunities to invest in themselves. With an exciting line-up of speakers, a choice of sessions across two rooms and plenty of experiences to enjoy throughout the day, there's a lot to look forward to.

Carers Rights Day 2026: Online Talk on Carers' Rights: Thurs 19 Nov, 2:15pm-3:15pm

Thurs 19 November 2026 is Carers Rights Day. To mark the day, we will be hosting a talk on Carers’ Rights for professionals and local unpaid Carers. The talk will be delivered by Carers UK’s Employers for Carers Programme. 1 in 7 of the UK’s workforce will be caring for someone who is older, disabled or seriously ill and many will give up work or reduce their hours. They can help you support and retain them.

SAEB Webinar - Domestic Servitude: Recognising Exploitation behind closed doors (12.11.26)

Join Charlotte Jamieson, Bi-Borough Modern Slavery and Exploitation Coordinator, and Dipa Haria, Immigration Lawyer at Kalayaan, for a practical session on recognising domestic servitude hidden within private homes. The webinar will highlight key signs, barriers to disclosure and safe action to take where exploitation is suspected. For: Staff and volunteers working with adults at risk across health, social care, housing, community safety and voluntary and community services.

Upcoming Mental Health Carers' Peer Support Forum (19.11.26)

Open to anyone caring for or supporting someone with mental health needs who lives in Westminster or Kensington & Chelsea. Join us in Church Street Library on 19th November 4-6pm for a friendly space to connect, share and support one another. Hot drinks and refreshments provided.

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