BEST Initiatives

26/04/2026

Every child deserves a village. Read “Every Child Your Child” to learn why the idea of “other people’s children” holds us back — and what communities can do about it: https://wix.to/tN9ywl0

The ancient African proverb tells us: “It takes a village to raise a child.” We quote it often.

24/04/2026

Emotions are data — not commands. Learn to feel, understand, and respond intentionally in this quick read. https://wix.to/yJtcg9U

EQ is not about being calm all the time. It is not about suppressing how you feel. Emotions are data. They tell you something important about your values and your boundaries.

24/04/2026

Your voice deserves to be in the room. Confidence is something you build through action — not something you’re simply born with. Read more: https://wix.to/m6mCEmO

Confidence is not something you're born with or without. It's something you build. Slowly. Deliberately. Through action.

23/04/2026

Your time is your power — protect it. Read a quick 2-minute guide to reclaim your hours and focus on what matters: https://wix.to/72LxNsv

Time is the one resource that nobody gets more of. No matter your background, your income, or your connections — everyone gets 24 hours. But not everyone learns how to use those hours well.

23/04/2026

Know Yourself First. Then Set Goals That Matter — self-awareness is the map; goals are the journey. Read the short blog:

You cannot reach a destination you've never chosen. Self-awareness is the map. Goals are the journey.

21/04/2026

BME women across Newcastle and Gateshead are stepping into leadership — now it’s time to remove the roadblocks. Read more: https://wix.to/BkUgpi4

There is a quiet revolution happening in community halls, kitchen tables, and small workshops across Newcastle and Gateshead.

21/04/2026

Housing is the base for health, education and work — yet too many BME families still live without a safe home. Read our new post on the causes and what needs to change: https://wix.to/S7zsqf6

Housing is foundational. Without a safe, stable, affordable home, nothing else works properly — not children's education, not parents' employment, not physical health, not mental wellbeing.

19/04/2026

Cohesion must be built — not assumed. Short read on why strong community ties matter for safety, prosperity, and resilience. https://wix.to/en354Rp

://www.bestinitiativez.org/post/cohesion-is-not-something-that-happens-automatically-it-has-to-be-built-together

The stakes are high: a fragmented community is less safe, less economically productive, and less able to respond collectively to shared challenges.

09/01/2026

🎉 Funding Success!
We’re delighted to share that our project - “Unity Through Action: Youth Volunteering Collective” has been awarded funding by The National Lottery Fund - Award for All! 🎟️

11/08/2025