SIMRA | Legacy West Midlands

SIMRA

Our European Project SIMRA II Project brings together 9 partners from 5 EU countries (UK, Greece, Cyprus Sweden & Poland), including facilities in 5 cities concerning different aspects of migration in Europe. SIMRA’s II general objective is to foster active participation of migrant/asylum seeking/refugee women in the ‘host’ society. This has been achieved by developing, implementing and evaluating a pilot intervention scheme. Its aim is to create acommunal space for social interaction to take place, on the basis that the more dynamic and inclusive the interaction, the more successful the integration.

The project builds upon successful methodologies, tools and practices created by the partners. This includes support and empowerment services, skills assessment and training, gender and migrant oriented practices facilitating access to equal opportunities through education and employment, as well as initiatives facilitating interaction within local communities.

Through this project, Legacy WM has successfully;

Developed migrant women as local community champions, delivering peer led interventions and cultural events aimed at integrating migrant women into society
Set up multiethnic and multi faith drop-in services for migrant women at Saathi House Women’s Centre
Developed a women only social prescribing service “Lets Grow’, which targets the specific needs of migrant women
Developed an employment skills development programme, including a monthly careers surgery for migrant women called ‘Believe to Achieve’.

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During my time as a community champion I have participated in the Mason mile as well as holiday play schemes. I also had the honour of partaking in the Freedom50 exhibition, which opened my eyes to the true beauty of my culture. It has not only boosted my confidence, but it has also allowed me to feel more connected to the community around me.

Zara, Community Champion
Clover HR are genuinely pleased to be able to support the work done by Legacy WM. We have been involved with Aftab and his Team for several years and know their tireless efforts directly and positively affect peoples lives everyday.

Michael Doolin, Chief Executive Officer for Clover HR
I had the best time on this trip! I had the amazing opportunity to learn and grow in many different ways, as well as meet some wonderful people along the way for the first time. Thank you.

Hana , Freedom50 Cyclist
Volunteering for Legacy WM has been an incredible experience. The respectful and friendly environment of Legacy WM allows you to flourish in what you do best. Working in marketing has not only made me more confident in my skills but awakened a new passion for it as I can use it to help people and even give back to my community. Legacy WM ensures that I and everyone else like me, are proud of our cultures and continue to be.

Ikra, Community Champion
Your coaches are doing a tremendous job with our children. Not only are you training them to become great badminton players, but you are also teaching them great discipline and behaviour, making them understand the importance of healthy competition as well as developing a strong passion for the game.

Kids Badminton Attendee, Parent

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