Agbero 2100 Update
On a bright chilly day in Manchester on the 18th of January at the GMCVO we launched our new strategic intervention called Agbero 2100. We call Agbero a ‘strategic intervention’ because it is designed to empower leaders to challenge systemic racial inequality by envisioning a future built on sustainable infrastructure, thriving community assets, robust intergenerational leadership, […]
Wolves Lane News
The Wolves Lane Centre, N22 5JD, are opening their doors for reduced days throughout the colder months of January and February but don’t let the cold and wet stop you from visiting. They will be open on Fridays (and one Sunday, 11th February) throughout January and February, with the Palm House and Cactus House open […]
Ubele January Newsletter
To read the January Ubele newsletter, click here This month’s edition includes funding opportunities, job vacancies, events coming up and so much more!
The Phoenix Way 2024 : Applications Now Closed for Children & Youth Round
Applications are Now Closed for Children & Youth Round We received a massive 397 applications for our latest Children and Young people round in December. This shows that Black & Racially Minoritised communities are not “hard to reach”… In fact it is often mainstream funders who are hard to reach! All applicants will receive a decision […]
Welcome to our new Chief Financial Officer
Welcome to our new Chief Financial Officer We are thrilled to share some exciting news regarding the expansion of our Leadership Team. Please join us in welcoming Pervez Akhtar who joined us on 22nd January as Ubele’s Chief Financial Officer. Pervez comes with decades of experience in the private sector. He has more recently has worked in […]
Flexible Finance Case Study
The Highlife Centre receives £230k in blended loan & grant funding In the heart of Coventry, The Highlife Centre strives to develop communities, improve social outcomes, and break barriers through three pillars of work: Youth Leadership Development: Creating opportunities for young people to overcome barriers, empowering and enabling them to be leaders who affect social […]
The Phoenix Way: 2023 Reflections from Yvonne Field OBE
As I reflect on the development and achievements of The Phoenix Way over the past year, I am reminded of the famous following quote by Margaret Mead: ‘Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.’ The level of dedication shown […]
National Grief Awareness Week 2-8 December
Grief is an experience that affects people from all backgrounds. It is therefore important to acknowledge and understand diverse experiences of grief, foster inclusivity in grief support services and resources – but this isn’t always the case. National Grief Awareness Week 2-8 December, aims to raise awareness about the impact of grief and provide support […]
The Ubele Initiative: Weekly News
News and Updates News and information from Ubele, our partners, collaborators on their exciting opportunities and events for each week. Be sure to check in to keep up to date with industry news. Subscribe to monthly Ubele news Join us for the launch of AGBERO 2100 : Taking place in Manchester. Details here Events and […]
New Research: Co-operative Lines of Inquiry
Research: What are the barriers and opportunities for Black and racially minoritised communities leading Community Share Offers? Introduction The Ubele Initiative (Ubele) is an African diaspora-led infrastructure plus organisation setup to facilitate Community Wealth Building across the United Kingdom (UK). To this end, Ubele conducts research and collaborates with a strategic alliance of leaders and groups […]
Wolves Lane Christmas Market & Workshops – 10th December
Wolves Lane Christmas Market The Wolves Lane Centre is delighted to invite you to our 2023 Christmas Market. Join us on Sunday 10th December, 10am till 4pm, for a festival extravaganza filled with family fun. We will have a range of activities on offer, including: ● an array of local artisan craft stalls; ● our […]
National Launch : Agbero 2100
The National Launch : Agbero 2100 Towards Sustainable Black and Racially Minoritised Communities The Ubele Initiative invites you to the national launch of Agbero 2100 – a programme to support community wealth building within Black and racially minoritised communities. This is your opportunity to find out how you might become involved and benefit from Agbero 2100. […]
