Natives of the World supports women have happy, healthy and creative lives where they feel valued for the contribution they make.

We work with women who have experienced persecution, trauma and inequalities to develop their confidence and increase their skills. Many of the women we work with are navigating the asylum system.

The women who access our programmes are often isolated and experience low self-esteem. Many have long-term health issues, and mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress and depression.

488

women aged 18+

100%

are Black, Asian or from the global majority

15%

have experienced domestic violence

92%

are currently in the asylum system

Over the past year we've worked with

Services for adults

We deliver projects and activities that help women to develop confidence, learn new skills and feel included.

Healthy lives

Whether it's shimmying and shaking or walking and talking our projects support healthy hearts and happy lives.

Creative culture

We use creativity to support women to make friends, have fun and improve access to frontline services.

We learn

The Afrocats Support Hub upskills women so they can be included and start on the pathway to employment.

Volunteer with Afrocats

Our volunteering opportunities help women to add vital experience to their CVs and broaden their horizons.

If you would like to join our programme, or would like to make a referral we'd love to hear from you. Please fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Maternity Care

Read how we worked with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN), and Ardwick and Longsight Primary Care Network to explore ways to improve maternity care for women from Eastern African backgrounds living in Longsight.

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