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About
Wahda is committed to creating a nurturing and vibrant community through targeted programs that cater to the diverse needs of our members. By fostering health, education, cultural awareness, and employability, we aim to build a strong foundation for a cohesive and dynamic community. We invite stakeholders, volunteers, and participants to join us in this endeavour to enrich lives and bridge cultural divides.
Our Vision and Mission
Wahda is dedicated to fostering community wellbeing across various demographics. Our aims are to address the needs of the elderly, youth, adults, job seekers, and school children with a particular focus on cultural awareness and language education related to the Bengali community. Our projects are designed to enrich community life through social activities, education, wellbeing initiatives, exercise, arts, employment support, and cultural integration.
Our Causes
Creating Impact Together
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To provide a supportive environment for the elderly to engage in social activities and reduce isolation.
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To create opportunities for adults to participate in exercise, sports, arts, and yoga, promoting physical and mental health.
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To provide job support services, including employability skills training to enhance career opportunities.
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To promote cultural awareness in schools regarding the Bengali community, facilitating understanding and diversity.
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To deliver Bengali language lessons to encourage communication and cultural exchange.
Our Projects
Social activities for the elderly
By providing social activities for the elderly, we aim to combat loneliness and isolation among seniors, providing them with opportunities for connection, companionship, and meaningful engagement.
We are planning to provide social activities around the city for the 50+ building up a network of groups to interact in these activities as social events throughout the year
Youth group workshops
Our youth group projects provide young individuals with the knowledge, skills, and support necessary to thrive in their personal and academic lives.
Through our organised activities and collaborative workshops, the youths will be offered opportunities for leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving.
To maximize their impact, these activities will be carefully designed to match the interests and developmental needs of the youths,
By also providing mentorship and resources, such as access to experts and relevant materials, the projects will serve as a conduit for knowledge transfer, skill development, and the nurturing of a supportive peer network, all of which are critical for the successful transition into adulthood.
Programs for adults
Providing physical fitness and creative expression program, offering various exercise, arts, and yoga programs for adults.
We will carry out these activities through various community centres and spaces.
We will be offering a variety of exercise classes tailored to different interests and fitness levels, from high-intensity interval training to gentle stretching and mobility classes.
Yoga classes will cater to a range of practices, focusing on everything from physical postures to meditation and mindfulness. Helps to maintain cardiovascular health, improve strength and flexibility, and can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Arts programs, through workshops, classes, or open studio spaces, will allow individuals to explore different mediums and techniques, such as painting, writing, music, or dance, boosts cognitive function and encourages emotional growth and wellbeing.
Hot meal provisios
Providing hot meals, particularly in areas where food security is a concern, ensuring that all community members have access to wholesome, culturally relevant meals. Additionally, providing cooking classes centred on different cultural traditions
Enable those who have struggled with hunger and loneliness to enjoy more fulfilling lives with greater chances to get involved in their communities. Through volunteering and building up their confidence. Signposting them to organisations that will help them increase their skills for better job prospects.
Progress in individuals' recovery toward healthy living and well-being. Equipping people with the knowledge to prepare healthy, cost-effective meals for their families
Cultural awareness classes for students
Providing cultural awareness classes for students arranging school trips to the site where the children can learn about cultural diversity as part of their Cultural Diversity curriculum.
This project will offer students a panoramic view of the world's tapestry of traditions, values, and contributions.
These classes will expand academic knowledge; students explore the customs and beliefs that define various communities.
Cultural awareness classes will prepare young minds to contribute to a global society that values inclusiveness, equity, and mutual respect.