Manchester Systems Change Leadership
The Manchester Systems Change Leadership project aims to increase the capacity and capability of Black and Minoritised community organisations in Manchester, to engage in and eventually lead systems change initiatives. The project will create spaces for dialogue to explore severe and multiple disadvantages affecting Black and Minoritised community in Manchester. The participants will learn about […]
London Assembly Environment Committee visit to OrganicLea
London Assembly Environment Committee’s site visit to OrganicLea on Tuesday 16th July 2024 Ubele and Black Rootz participated in this important visit. The cross-party Committee focuses on the London Environment Strategy, the environmental impacts of infrastructure projects, as well as food waste management in London, water security and the Mayor’s target for London to be […]
Mek Wi Chat Exhibition Confirmed for September
Watch the video with more details here Book here Mek Wi Chat Opening Show – an Art Exhibition featuring Paintings, Sculptures, Workshops, Black Leadership Talks and more. This will run from 23rd September through to 29th September 2024 from 10am to 7pm. The Opening night runs from 5pm to 9pm. Join us. Mek Wi Chat […]
Ottolenghi Chefs to host fundraiser at Wolves Lane this week
We have a fundraising event with Ottolenghi on Tuesday, July 30th, and Wednesday, July 31st. Ottolenghi is running a supper club to fundraise for the Wolves Lane build. Join us for an unforgettable Supper Club experience with the incredible @Ottolenghi, all supporting Wolves Lane developments! ✨ Dates: Tuesday, July 30th & Wednesday, July 31st Location: […]
Share your views on democratic ownership of land, buildings & community businesses
Interested in the democratic ownership of land, buildings and community businesses? The Ubele Initiative is working with Co-operatives UK to expand community ownership using ‘Community Shares’ – Complete this survey to learn more! Co-operatives have long been integrated into Black and racially minoritised* communities across the United Kingdom (UK) to produce social benefit. From member-owned […]
Locality Convention 2024 – Earlybird Tickets Available
The Locality Convention 2024 takes place in Manchester, from 12 – 13 November Be part of the biggest community sector event of the year. Locality’s annual Convention brings together people who believe in the power of community.This annual event will feature inspiring leaders, policy-makers, thinkers, and doers, and will also include the Locality Awards ’24 […]
South Asian Heritage Month
SAHM seeks to commemorate, mark and celebrate South Asian cultures, histories, and communities. The month seeks to understand the diverse heritage and cultures that continue to link the UK with South Asia. South Asian culture has made a significant impact on Britain in various aspects, such as food, clothing, music, words, and the overall ambience […]
The Jane Hatfield Award: Supporting the next generation of researchers and activists
This year, The Institute for Voluntary Action Research (IVAR) is launching the Jane Hatfield Award in partnership with The Ubele Initiative (‘Ubele’). This is an annual grant of £5,000 for a team of young researchers to investigate issues or topics related to community, social action and/or social justice. In this inaugural year Ubele have provided […]
