HLG

HLG is a registered charity providing training, information and support services to organisations working with homeless people and others in need of supported housing throughout Nottinghamshire.

BME Homeless Workers Forum

BME Homelessness Workers Forum

Would you be interested in getting involved with the BME Homelessness Workers Forum?

"A good supportive space"
"A safe place to discuss issues"
"A real opportunity to influence developments in the sector'
"The Forum is a positive place to network and make things happen"

The BME Homelessness Workers Forum aims to build networks, raise awareness of BME issues and to promote good practice by sharing knowledge and experiences in a safe and supportive space.

Membership is open to all BME workers in the homelessness sector.

What are we seeking to do:

To protect and promote equality and diversity within the sector.
To partnership work with organisations seeking to develop strategies and policies
To seek to be innovative in raising awareness of the cultural and religious sensitivities of BME communities living in Nottingham
To share good practice across providers.
To support other similar Forums in the City and the County.
To influence the development of services to BME communities
To foster a supportive environment where workers can share experiences within a confidential setting.

When and where do we meet:

Forum meetings are held at HLG (21 Clarendon Street, Nottingham) and Tuntum (Beech Avenue) offices. All meetings run from 9.30am to 11.00am. Minutes from previous meetings are available here.

Meetings dates are as follows:-

Thursday 17th June 2010 at Tuntum
Thursday 29th July 2010 at HLG

If you have any questions about the forum and would like to have a chat, please contact Shuguftah Quddoos, the forum facilitator on: 07973 624639 or email Shuguftah at: embraceequality@yahoo.co.uk.