FGM Support & Awareness
Advocacy, education, and support services for survivors of Female Genital Mutilation.
Women’s Refuge Service
Safe, supportive accommodation for vulnerable African & Arab women.
Community Integration Programmes
Activities and workshops fostering inclusion and connection.
Multilingual Befriending Service
Culturally appropriate companionship and social support.
Arts, Culture & Heritage Workshops
African & Arab arts, culture and heritage workshops celebrating identity and expression.
Household Support Fund Applications
Multilingual welfare application assistance.
Bilingual Advice & Guidance
Practical information and advocacy tailored to cultural and language needs.
Culturally Sensitive Counselling
Early intervention mental health support tailored to cultural needs.
Job & Skills Training
Employability and life skills development for personal and professional growth.
Basic Digital Literacy Training
Essential IT skills for everyday life and digital independence.
Autism & Learning Disabilities Support
Culturally appropriate guidance and support for families navigating learning differences.
Health & Wellbeing Programmes
Community-led initiatives promoting physical and mental wellbeing.
Allies Research Unit (ARU)
The Allies Research Unit (ARU) is the research and knowledge-building arm of Allies Network CIC, dedicated to advancing the understanding of the lived experiences, challenges, and strengths of African, Arab, and other marginalised ethnic minority communities.
Through culturally competent, community-led research and engagement, the ARU generates valuable insights that shape local and national policy, improve service delivery, and drive systemic change.
Our Mission
To amplify the voices of marginalised communities by generating evidence-based research, fostering dialogue, and influencing policy and practice through a culturally sensitive and community-centred lens.