Organisation name
Organisation description

African Network is an organisation for Africans and those of African heritage who share and believes in the furtherance of the objectives of the Africans. Members are Africans and those of Africa heritage living in Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland. The organisation’s primary goal is to share ideas, information and network with each all Africans. The anatomies of the organisation are to empower, support, promote and embed Africans into the mainstream services that are available as well as raised the aspirations of members and their communities to achieve their full potentials.

Address
Barleycroft Community Centre Leicester LE4 OUT
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07534864195
Public Email Address
Website address
78 Stoneywell Road
Specific community covered (if any)
African, Children and young people, Elderly, Faith Groups, Men, Women
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Specific workforce skills
Advocacy, Bid writing, Business intelligence/strategy, Coaching, Communication, Computer literacy, Conflict management, Creative thinking, Customer service, Education, Equalities and human rights, Facilitation, Health & Safety, Influencing, Learning & Development/training, Linguistics, Mentoring, Networking, Project Management, Social media, Sustainability, Training, Web design
Organisation name
Organisation description

Afro Innovation Group aims to empower and enable asylum seekers and migrants to rebuild their lives and become an integral part of their local community. Our support includes:
Advice, advocacy and befriending to support immigration and family reunion, and enabling access to health and other mainstream services. Housing and homelessness support with local partners (Local Authorities, Health Authorities, charities and community organisations. Skills development, training and volunteering opportunities to improve employability.

Address
Floor 6,
Phone number (for public/helpline)
01162081`341
Public Email Address
Website address
www.afroinno.org
Specific community covered (if any)
African, Arab, BAME, Caribbean, Children and young people, Elderly, Faith Groups, LGBTQ+, Men, Pakistani, Polish, Somali, South Asian, Sylheti, Women
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland, Other
Languages covered
Arabic, English, Hindi, Polish, Portuguese, Somali, Turkish, Other
Specific workforce skills
Accounting, Advocacy, Computer literacy, Customer service, Education, Influencing, Learning & Development/training, Mentoring, Planning, Project Management, Social media
Organisation description

Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland promotes the well-being of all older people, over the age of fifty years, by helping to make life a fulfilling and enjoyable experience and we are committed to ensuring they maintain their dignity and recognise their value as individuals.
Our main aim is to develop services that reflect the needs and wishes of all older people living locally.
We believe that dignity, privacy and independence can be maintained by providing opportunities for older people to develop new skills and knowledge, form and continue friendships and to have their views listened to.

Address
Lansdowne House,113 Princess Road East, Leicester LE1 7LA
Phone number (for public/helpline)
0116 2992278 (Mon -Fri 9.00-1.00pm)
Public Email Address
Website address
www.ageukleics.org.uk
Specific community covered (if any)
African, Arab, BAME, Bangladeshi, Caribbean, Children and young people, Chinese, Elderly, Faith Groups, Gypsy/ Traveller, Indian, LGBTQ+, Men, Pakistani, Polish, Somali, South Asian, Sylheti, Women
Other specialist areas
Services relating to older people
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
English, Gujarati, Hindi, Polish, Punjabi, Urdu
Specific workforce skills
Accounting, Advocacy, Bid writing, Computer literacy, Digital empowerment, Equalities and human rights, Health & Safety, Influencing, Learning & Development/training, Marketing, Project Management, Social media, Training
Organisation description

Small Registered charity providing totally free accredited courses, parenting workshops, support and advice, Mental health support and in house therapist, Free pre loved "shop', sensory room, sexual health services and creche to young parents and their families, any young parents from Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland are welcome to join us.

Address
7-9 Cantrell Road, Braunstone, Leicester LE3 1SD
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07791068762 0r 07789696917
Public Email Address
Website address
www.anglesnadmonsters.org
Other specific communities covered
All communities welcome.
Other specialist areas
and will support users with any other areas they need support with.
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
Other
Specific workforce skills
Digital empowerment, Education, Equalities and human rights, Health & Safety, Learning & Development/training, Mentoring, Networking, Training
Organisation name
Organisation description

Baby Basics Leicester is a volunteer-led charity aiming to support families who are struggling to meet the financial and practical burden of looking after a new baby or young child. We provide much needed essentials and equipment for free on a referral basis.

Address
Unit C Chantry House, Grange Business Park, Enderby Road, LE8 6EP
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07933570378
Public Email Address
Website address
www.babybasicsleicester.co.uk
Specific community covered (if any)
BAME, Children and young people, Women, Other
Other specific communities covered
Any community
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
Other
Specific workforce skills
Bid writing, Customer service, Education, Health & Safety, Project Management, Social media
Organisation description

Beacon provides social care advice, information and advocacy for residents within the Harborough District, including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, Crisis Cafe provision and GRT project.

Address
11-15 Coventry Road Market Harborough, LE16 9BX,
Phone number (for public/helpline)
01858 456915
Public Email Address
Website address
https://www.beacon-care.com
Specific community covered (if any)
Gypsy/ Traveller
Area organisation covers
Town/Village or Neighbourhood
Languages covered
English
Specific workforce skills
Advocacy, Bid writing, Equalities and human rights, Mentoring
Organisation name
Organisation description

We, the British Liver Trust, are the UK's leading liver health charity working to improve liver health for all and supporting those affected by liver disease or cancer. We reach millions of people each year through our campaigns and services.

Address
British Liver Trust, Venta Court, 20 Jewry Street, Winchester, SO23 8FE
Phone number (for public/helpline)
0800 652 7330
Public Email Address
Website address
https://britishlivertrust.org.uk/
Other specialist areas
Health prevention and early intervention
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland, National/regional
Languages covered
English, Other
Organisation name
Organisation description

Charity Link finds funding for local people in need who are experiencing financial hardship to provide essential items such as cookers, fridges, washing machines, beds, clothing, mobility/disability aids and in emergencies, support with food and utilities. These items improve wellbeing, dignity and standard of living and ensure that local people are independent, warm, clean, safe and fed. We work with 250 charities and community organisations to get the help to those who need it, when they need.

Address
20a Millstone Lane, Leicester, LE1 5JN
Phone number (for public/helpline)
0116 222 2200
Public Email Address
Website address
www.charity-link.org
Specific community covered (if any)
African, Arab, BAME, Bangladeshi, Caribbean, Children and young people, Chinese, Elderly, Gypsy/ Traveller, Indian, LGBTQ+, Men, Pakistani, Polish, Somali, South Asian, Sylheti, Women
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, Other
Organisation description

Creative Futures Midlands was set up to work with disadvantaged individuals to improve their mental health, well-being and life circumstances through teaching craft and life skills and the creation of community gardens.

Address
30 Brook Lane, Billesdon, Leicester, LE79AB
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07865479181
Public Email Address
Website address
workshopswithliam.com
Specific community covered (if any)
BAME, Caribbean, Children and young people, Elderly, Indian, LGBTQ+, Men, Polish, South Asian, Women
Area organisation covers
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland
Languages covered
English, Gujarati, Hindi, Polish, Urdu
Specific workforce skills
Creative thinking, Learning & Development/training, Mentoring, Sustainability
Organisation description

Engage is a youth-centred, family-focused service that works with young people aged 10-19 years in Melton Mowbray and Coalville.

We provide long-term support to address the physical, mental, and emotional well-being needs of young people and their families.
Our goal is to build long-term confidence, strengthen resilience, and upskill families to overcome complex problems now and in the future.

Engage Youth & Families is a partnership service with Melton Learning Hub.

Address
The Venue, Phoenix House
Phone number (for public/helpline)
07858161979
Public Email Address
Website address
https://meltonlearninghub.org/engage/
Listing Category
Specific community covered (if any)
Children and young people
Other specific communities covered
Melton Borough, Coalville areas
Area organisation covers
Leicestershire
Languages covered
English
Specific workforce skills
Advocacy, Coaching, Communication, Conflict management, Creative thinking, Education, Facilitation, Learning & Development/training, Mentoring, Networking, Project Management
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