Shama Women's Centre

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Shama Women's Centre Shama was founded in 1985 with the aim to empower women socially, economically & educationally.

Many of the women that use the Centre face the risk of becoming isolated, due to low incomes, cultural and languages barriers. However over 27 years the Centre has become a ‘hub for thousands women’ in Highfields and across Leicester. Its friendly multi-lingual staff, onsite childcare have encouraged women to participate in the range of educational, social and well being programmes it offers, including an exclusive women only sauna and gym. The Centre has helped thousands of women improve their confidence, gain qualifications, provide volunteering opportunities and find employment; working with a network of local groups to ensure that the needs of the individuals are met.

Gambling harms aren't always visible within our community. They can affect anyone, bringing hidden debt, stigma, isolati...
22/10/2026

Gambling harms aren't always visible within our community. They can affect anyone, bringing hidden debt, stigma, isolation, poor mental health and strained family relationships. No one should face these challenges alone.

If you or someone you know is affected by gambling harms, Shama Women's Centre is here to listen, support and help you find a way forward.

📞 0116 251 4747
📧 [email protected]
📍39-45 Sparkenhoe St, Leicester, LE2 0TD

Shama Women's centre was honoured to have attended the Better Mental Health for All Annual conference on Tuesday, 6th Oc...
21/10/2026

Shama Women's centre was honoured to have attended the Better Mental Health for All Annual conference on Tuesday, 6th October 2026; which had over 150 delegates, growing from strength to strength each year, representing the voluntary and statutory NHS and Local Authority Health partners

Our Project Coordinator, Beena Solanki attended this impactful event, which was proudly hosted by our CEO, Dr Khudeja Amer-Sharif.

We were able to explore the current NHS and mental health landscape and future policy direction and more importantly celebrate highlights and achievements of the VCSE’s sector and our NHS partners.

It was a wonderful opportunity with great speakers across the board including:
· Tanya Hibbert, Executive Director Mental health, Leicester Partnership Trust (LPT)
· Justin Hammond, Associate Director of Mental Health & Learning Disability, LPT
· Dr Sherif Abdallah, Lead Consultant for crisis team, LPT

It provided a great opportunity to connect with organisations, share insights, and discuss collaborative approaches to mental well-being in our communities.Really intereating panel discussion and great opportunity for networking.

We were also able to spotlight the vital services Shama offers within the community through our information stand as well as spreading awareness about our clinical research participation.

Thank you to our volunteers, Abida, Georgina and Simi who took the time to support the information stand and to all the organisers; in particular Louise O Reilly who brought this amazing conference together.

💗 Wear It Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀 At our next 3 Shama Hubs, we’re inviting you to Wear It Pink and joi...
20/10/2026

💗 Wear It Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀 At our next 3 Shama Hubs, we’re inviting you to Wear It Pink and join us in raising awareness and vital funds for breast cancer! 💕

Come along in your favourite pink outfit, enjoy some fun activities and help support an important cause!

📅 Wednesday 21st October – Holistic Hub, Haymarket Shopping Centre | 12:30pm–2:30pm
📅 Thursday 22nd October – Chai & Chat, Shama Women’s Centre | 12:30pm–2:30pm
📅 Friday 23rd October – Roshni Group, Belgrave Library | 12:30pm–2:30pm

💗 Donations are welcome, big or small. Every penny makes a difference! Let's come together, wear pink and show our support! 🎀

💬 Struggling with your mental health? You’re not alone—we’re here to help! Our qualified counsellors are ready to suppor...
19/10/2026

💬 Struggling with your mental health? You’re not alone—we’re here to help! Our qualified counsellors are ready to support you through this difficult time.

📞 Call: 0116 251 4747
📧 Email: [email protected]

🔬 Life-changing treatments start with people like YOU 💙 Millions of people across the UK take part in health and care re...
16/10/2026

🔬 Life-changing treatments start with people like YOU 💙 Millions of people across the UK take part in health and care research — and you can be one of them!

The Be Part of Research programme by NIHR makes it easy to get involved in studies that match your interests and health needs.

✅ Open to anyone 18+ in the UK
✅ Free to join
✅ No diagnosis needed

Help shape the future of healthcare by signing up today 💻
👉 https://bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/join?utm_source=poster&utm_medium=print&utm_campaign=renvcse&utm_content=llr-shamawomenscentre

Could it be more than just a habit? Gambling addiction can affect anyone, and the signs aren't always obvious. Recognisi...
15/10/2026

Could it be more than just a habit? Gambling addiction can affect anyone, and the signs aren't always obvious. Recognising them early can help someone get the support they need before things become more difficult.

If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you care about, please know that you are not alone. Shama Women's Centre offers a safe, confidential space to listen, support and help you take the next step. 💜

📞 0116 251 4747
📧 [email protected]
📍39-45 Sparkenhoe St, Leicester, LE2 0TD

✨ Join Shama Women’s Centre and enjoy FREE classes! ✨ We offer a variety of fun and practical sessions to boost your ski...
14/10/2026

✨ Join Shama Women’s Centre and enjoy FREE classes! ✨ We offer a variety of fun and practical sessions to boost your skills and confidence — plus an onsite nursery to support you while you learn! 💫

🧁 Baking – Tuesdays at 10am
🍳 Cooking – Wednesdays at 10am
📚 ESOL (English classes) – Mondays & Fridays at 9:30am
💇‍♀️ Hair & Beauty – Thursdays at 10am

📍 39-45 Sparkenhoe Street, Leicester, LE2 0TD

💌 To join our waiting list, contact us:
📞 0116 251 4747
📧 [email protected]

Join us for our next relaxed and welcoming session, where we’ll be making our own pencil cases! 🧵✨ Come along, get creat...
13/10/2026

Join us for our next relaxed and welcoming session, where we’ll be making our own pencil cases! 🧵✨ Come along, get creative, enjoy refreshments and meet new people in a safe and supportive environment. 🧡

📅 Tuesday 20th October
⏰ 12:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 St Matthews Community Centre, 10 Malabar Rd, Leicester, LE1 2PD

We have 10 FREE spaces available for the Leicester 10K 2027! 🎉 Join Team Shama, take on the 10K challenge and help us ra...
11/10/2026

We have 10 FREE spaces available for the Leicester 10K 2027! 🎉 Join Team Shama, take on the 10K challenge and help us raise vital funds to support vulnerable women and their families across Leicester. Every mile you run can help us continue providing essential support to those who need it most. ❤️

📅 Sunday 7th February 2027
🎟️ 10 free runner spaces available
🙌 Volunteers are also needed on the day!

Interested in running or volunteering? Contact Yasmin at [email protected] to secure your place.

Mental health matters, and sometimes one conversation can make a real difference. This World Mental Health Day, we’re en...
10/10/2026

Mental health matters, and sometimes one conversation can make a real difference. This World Mental Health Day, we’re encouraging everyone to talk openly, listen without judgement and check in on the people around us. 💬

Whether you’re opening up about your own mental health or supporting someone else, remember that you don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes simply being there and listening is enough. 💜

Everyone deserves to feel heard, supported and understood. 🌍💚

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39-45 Sparkenhoe Street
Leicester
LE20TD

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 9am - 7:30pm
Thursday 9:15am - 4:15pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+441162514747

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