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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

Mental Health Research Project

The BME Health Forum is conducting a research project into emotional wellbeing on behalf of a charity called Chasing the Stigma. We are trying to find more about how people make choices about when to request support, where they go to for support, the circumstances that help them and the barriers that stand in their way.

Read more here

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"Honouring Our Communities" A Celebration of Black Heritage, Culture and Unity

Join Cheri Coco Cic on the 24th October for this FREE community celebration.

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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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Latest News

Words Matter Community Organisers 2026/27 (apply by 28.09) + Free workshops

Migrants Rights Network is excited to be recruiting the next cohort of Words Matter Community Organisers (WMCOs). Words Matter is MRN’s migrant-led work challenging the stories, language and political ideas that shape how migration is understood. The Community Organisers programme supports migrants and migratised people to take that work into the communities, organisations, campaigns and struggles they are already part of.

Two upcoming events from Da'aro Youth Project

Da’aro Youth Project is an organisation dedicated to removing obstacles in order to maximise the life chances of young asylum-seekers and refugees from the Horn of Africa region. They will be hosting two upcoming events - Building bridges with Da’aro Youth Project – Digital Handbook launch on 17th September at SOAS and Da'aro Celebration and Networking Evening on 10th October at Clapham Park Cube.

Community Spirit Small Grants Fund — now open for applications

Kensington + Chelsea Foundation have now opened their Community Spirit Small Grants Fund again for grants of up to £1,000. This is a small grants fund to support events and activities that bring joy, hope and healing to our community. The majority of the beneficiaries of your project must be residents of Kensington and Chelsea. It is for one-off and short-term events (not spanning more than 6 weeks and not part of an organisation’s core, day-to-day work) such as cultural and celebration events, school holiday activities, workshops and sports tournaments.

VIP (Very Inclusive Parties) Fri 18th Sept at Grand Junction

VIP is a club night for learning disabled adults and their friends and support workers. Our bar and cafe are open for food and drinks (alcohol and soft drinks), arts and crafts activities, Djs, Dance teacher to teach routines, a dance floor, photo booth area, a wellbeing buddy, and a quiet space. We hope to see you all there on Friday 18th September from 6.30 - 10pm.

Volunteering opportunities at Age UK Westminster

Age UK Westminster are currenly seeking volunteers for the following roles: Telephone Enquiries and Signposting Volunteer; and an Information and Advice volunteer (Global Communities) who can speak either Somali, Bengali, or Arabic. For both roles, they would be delighted to hear from volunteers who are available on weekdays for around 4 to 6 hours. These are regular weekly opportunities, and volunteers can choose one or more days each week, depending on their availability.

ETAT’s Annual Exhibition, There’s a Story in All of Us, opens 17th September

ETAT’s Annual Exhibition, There’s a Story in All of Us, opens from 12–8pm on Thursday 17 September. Our theme this year has been storytelling, and our ETAT friends have been hard at work creating some fantastic personal and collaborative pieces — developing their technical skills, experimenting with new materials and exploring new creative and conceptual ideas. Expect ceramics, painting, installations, poetry, photography, weaving, digital art, wood burning, printmaking and much, much more.

SWAN Local Organisations Fair at Rampayne Street Community Hub (23.09.26)

South Westminster Action Network (SWAN) brings together local organisations to connect and share information and they are hosting their next SWAN Fair on Wednesday 23rd September,3 - 6.30pm at Rampayne Street Community Hub in Pimlico. Meet some of the local charities and services that want to help with your mental and physical health, employment, and more.

JOB: Social Media Officer - Westway Trust (apply by 21.09.26)

Westway Trust is seeking a creative and driven Social Media Officer who will play a pivotal role in bringing the Trust’s story to life across our digital channels. You will implement our social media strategy, drive engagement through organic growth, and develop content that demonstrates and promotes our strategic priorities. This role is critical in building meaningful connections between the Trust and the diverse communities we serve across our 23-acre estate.

Mental Health Research Project

The BME Health Forum is conducting a research project into emotional wellbeing on behalf of a charity called Chasing the Stigma. For this research, we would like you to complete a questionnaire that will take 5-15 minutes. All of us have at one time or another, faced some emotional difficulties. During those times, some of us have tried to get some support, while others have not. We are trying to find more about how people make choices about when to request support, where they go to for support, the circumstances that help them and the barriers that stand in their way.

Free and low-cost support to get your charity seen, heard and noticed from Media Trust

Get your charity’s story in front of journalists - Application open; Last chance to apply for Stonger Voices training and Health Equals Spokespeople Programme. Also find a selection of upcoming low cost courses - Beginner and advanced level training designed for charities, helping you build your media, digital and communications skills in a way that is both affordable and accessible.

Stoptober FREE Breathe Easier Workshops

As part of Stoptober, the UK's biggest quit smoking campaign, One You Kensington and Chelsea is offering free Breathe Easier workshops to VCSE organisations throughout October. These engaging sessions are designed to raise awareness of the benefits of quitting smoking and the support available locally. Workshops are suitable for staff, service users, and community group members, and last approximately 30 minutes.

A guide to Men B vaccination for eligible young people - translated guides available

This leaflet explains the MenB vaccine, which with 2 doses, protects against one of the bacteria which can cause meningococcal disease. Meningococcal disease can be very serious and can cause severe illness including meningitis and septicaemia. You can now find translated versions of this guide a wode number of community languages.

EVENT: Unlearn The Diet - A Fat Loss System built around African Food, Nutrition, Hormones, Habits, Movelment (23.09.26)

This live evening event focuses on African food, nutrition, hormones, movement, and women’s health. It is built around the core idea that culture does not have to disappear for someone to live a healthy life. Join Gbemi Giwa, Founder of the African Fat Loss Method™, for a live evening exploring these themes through a culturally relevant approach to fat loss.

Thrive LDN (September 2026) Update: World Suicide Prevention Day

Welcome to your latest update from Thrive LDN. World Suicide Prevention Day is observed annually on September 10. The day aims to unite global communities to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote action to prevent suicide. Please find listed a number of the events taking place to mark the day which you can join. You can also explore a wider range on The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) website.

ESOL Update for London September 2026

In this issue of the Mayor of London GLA ESOL newsletter you find information on the following: News including London Learner Survey: ESOL briefing; The Bell Foundation: Beacon Award for Excellence in ESOL; Reminder: register for the ESOL Demand Pulse Survey; Providor spotlight on Babel’s Blessing community language school; ESOL course vacancies; Leaarner progression opportunitie; Jobs and vacancies; Resources and more.

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