African children born in diaspora are struggling with cultural identity which prompted us to step into the gap. Due to the busy lifestyle in diaspora, it can be incredibly challenging for relatives to have ample time to educate and share their heritage, culture, growth and development with one another. Through the different mentoring sessions, activities and one on one engagements, we have managed to help young boys and girls in building confidence and self-esteem through discussing their challenging issues. We have helped many children to remain focused in achieving their goals.

“A Thousand Hands Of Love, Together We Shine”

Working as a Hospital Nurse in 2013, I met a 15-year-old young African girl undergoing a pregnancy termination. Speaking to the girl in privacy I realised that she was all alone at home without any support. On reflection about this scenario, I recalled how we grew up as children in Africa surrounded by many people who offered us a lot of support and love as we went through the different stages of growth and development.

We have held fun bite size sessions about knife crime, financial management, accepting and embracing their languages and ethnic origins which contributes to a positive personal and community development. We have emphasised the importance of good behaviour both at home and school.