Social Action for Health

12/08/2026

We've been very busy having a wonderful summer with lots of activities, including parties for some of our groups, involving communities in research activities, holding stalls at health fairs across the borough, and continuing to support beneficiaries through the hot summer. ☀️

It's time for a little break, so we are closing our sessions from Monday 17th August to Friday 28th August. 🌴

Our office team will still be working, so get in touch on [email protected] or on 07944 966141 for any queries. 📩

05/08/2026

We had so much fun last week at the Nari Centre Summer Fest! 🎉

Women from all over the community came together to dance, eat and have fun.

Some of our teams were there with a stall to promote our activities, held both within the Centre and across the borough. As neighbours and friends, everyone at the Nari Centre has been so welcoming to us and our groups, whether it's our Exercise for Women, our Good Moves programme, or when we're meeting with women from our communities and academics to learn more about their experiences of health and healthcare. 🤝

We look forward to working together more in the coming months. To find out more about us, visit our website: https://www.safh.org.uk/ 🌟

29/07/2026

It was wonderful to welcome Ankita to our Sure STEPS session last week! 👋

The team got to learn all about Thermomix and enjoy delicious, fresh food made in minutes — including sorbet! 🍧😋

We've also been very generously donated a Thermomix to use each week for our shared meal with mums and children. We can't wait to try it out and expand our repertoire! 💛

Thank you so much! ✨

22/07/2026

📍 We've been out and about in North East London with The DEEP Research Study!

So far, we've heard from people in Tower Hamlets and Newham about their experiences of visiting the GP for dental problems 🗣️💬

Next stop Waltham Forest, Hackney and Redbridge — we can't wait to hear more!

🤝 Interested in finding out how your organisation can get involved and support this important work? Get in touch and receive a £250 partner payment in thanks. 💷✨

📧 [email protected]

16/07/2026

📚 A great morning of learning, discussion and reflection followed by one of our traditional bring and share lunches 🍲🥗

👥 Our staff team came together for an interactive Safeguarding & Health and Safety training session. Through practical activities, real-life scenarios and shared experiences, we discussed the crucial role our organisation plays to support 💛, identify and report concerns — especially for our participants who face specific barriers in obtaining the support and help they need.

A big thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the session so engaging 🌟

08/07/2026

💪 Join our Exercise Group for Women every Tuesday, 10am–12pm at the Nari Centre (61 Vallance Road, E1 5BW).

Enjoy gentle exercise, improve strength and mobility, meet new people, and relax with a cup of tea in a friendly and supportive environment. Sessions are led by a professional fitness instructor and facilitated by English and Bengali speakers.

All women are welcome! 🌸

01/07/2026

Wapping Walking Group

📢 Temporary change of day!

From 23rd June until Tuesday 11th August, our walking group will take place on Tuesdays, 12pm–2pm (instead of Mondays).

📍 Meet at:
Wapping and Bigland Children and Family Centre
15 Richard Street, London E1 2JP

🌿 Join us for a friendly woman-only walk around Wapping and the Thames River area. The group is attended by Bengali women and facilitated by a bilingual Bengali-speaking worker. We usually enjoy a brisk 40-minute walk together.

💚 A great opportunity to stay active, meet other women, and enjoy the local area.

27/06/2026

24/06/2026

🌟 Join us tomorrow for our second Panel 100 (Community Advisory Group) meeting!

📍 The Brady Centre
🕥 10:30am

We had a great turn out last time and will be building on the priorities we identified. If you would like to attend, please get in touch!

17/06/2026

Today, we're sharing something very special.

We have had a film made! 🎬

“Health is more than healthcare” tells the real stories of participants attending our weekly groups — their journeys, their courage, and the positive impact to their health and wellbeing. It's a reminder of the negative impact of loneliness and isolation and the powerful difference that community makes.

Watch. Share. Start a conversation. Together, we can talk about the importance of connection to inspire joy, bring connection and improve health.

A very special thank you to Media Trust, Otto Pictures and the whole team for bringing these stories to life with such care, compassion, and creativity. We are so grateful for this beautiful film. 🙏

Client: Social Action for Health
Featuring: Abul Kalam, Mohammed Monir, Nasima Begum, Marshada Begum, Lilima Begum, Khalil Obeng-Nyarko
Director, Producer & Editor: Lily Vetch
Production Company: Otto Pictures
DOP: Helena González
Set Design: Martha Howe
Sound recordist: Joe Edwards
Assistant Producer: Phoebe Pinks
Colourist: Mara Ciorba
Head of Colour Production at Harbor: Charlie Morris
Colour Producer: Sarah Banks
Sound Editor: Alessandro Vitiello
Sound Post Producer at Fifty Fifty: Caitlin Burke
Executive Producer: Michaela Lowe at Media Trust
Translator: Lara Salam, Mostafa Kamal, Hasna Begum
Thank you to Momlette Cafe

In memory of Marshada Begum…