Arabic, Amharic and Tigrinya-Speaking Women’s Group

The aim of the Arabic, Amharic and Tigrinya Speaking Women’s group is to provide a safe space where vulnerable women can help each other, share their past experiences and how they overcame them, and help the women integrate into society.

  • This service is not a drop-in centre; new members are accepted by completing the referral form.

  • The group is for all adult women, 18+, who speak one of the above languages (Arabic, Amharic and Tigrinya).

  • It is run weekly on Saturdays, from 10am to 2pm.
    Venue: Islington Mind Centre, Ashley Road, London N19 3AG

  • There is no cost for membership to the AATSWG, and Nafsiyat provides refreshments.

  • The group is run by Sega Habtom, a Qualified Integrative Counsellor.

The group offers the following:

  • Empowerment and integration workshops

  • Wellbeing/healthy eating workshops

  • Cooking and bakery classes

  • Art and crafts classes:
    – Knitting
    – Crochet
    – Jewellery making
    – Glass painting

  • Social activities:
    – Visiting art centres, museums and galleries
    – Picnics

Mens Building Resilience Project

The Men’s Building Resilience project, funded by the Department for Health and Social Care, is a collaborative initiative aimed at improving mental wellbeing and resilience among men aged 45-64, including refugees and asylum seekers, and individuals bereaved by suicide. We are working in partnership with Islington Mind and the Camden City Islington Westminster Bereavement Service (CCIWBS), leveraging their expertise to enhance the project’s reach and effectiveness.

What Each Partner Organisation Will Offer

Nafsiyat:

  • Group Therapy Sessions: Nafsiyat will lead group therapy sessions in Arabic and English, specifically targeting male refugees and asylum seekers aged 45-64. These sessions are designed to address mental health challenges and develop coping strategies.

    Islington Mind:

    • Group Activity Sessions: Islington Mind are running group activities tailored for men aged 45-64 in the local community. These activities, including art, sports, and music, aim to combat isolation, build confidence, and foster a sense of community among participants.

    Camden City Islington Westminster Bereavement Service (CCIWBS):

    • 1-on-1 Therapy Sessions: CCIWBS are providing individualised support and counselling to men who are at risk of suicide and to those who have lost loved ones to suicide.

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