Sunderland BME Network

Sunderland BME Network Or charity is Member-led. We have 21 active voluntary/community BME group members as well as a number of Associate Members who support our aims and aspirations.

SBMEN established in 2003 with support from BECON) and Voices . It became a constituted body in May 2005 (its constitutional aims and objectives can be found in appendix 1). SBMEN originally developed as part of a wider Sunderland Community Development Network (SCDN) and from the outset members of SBMEN were also delegates on the newly emerging City of Sunderland Local Strategic Partnership (CoS-

LSP) and on Pentagon Partnership, a sub-regional partnership to represent the VCS on TyneWear Partnership and to influence the Regional Economic Strategy. In April 2004 the Network collaborated with BECON in conducting and launching research into the needs of Black and minority ethnic communities in the City . The research identified the barriers and community development needs of the BME VCS in the City. The research did have some influence upon the agendas of mainstream providers, for example in 2005, the eGovernment Team of Sunderland City Council awarded SBMEN £35K capital from Neighbourhood Learning in Deprived Communities in 2005 to purchase ICT equipment so that it could more effectively participate in SCDN and CoS-LSP as part of the eChampions Programme. Early in 2005 SBMEN became a partner in Sunderland Change Up Consortium which was successful in June 2005 in securing around a third of a million pounds investment from Government Office North East for a range of integrated projects to develop VCS infrastructure in the City. In September 2005 SBMEN commissioned PRAXIS, an independent consultancy, to assist its continued development by providing training to the Management Committee, strengthening its networking with partner organisations and agencies, developing a funding strategy and establishing its business plan.

🎉 Join us as we celebrate Black History Month 2026! 🖤💛❤️💚Come along for an evening of music, food, dancing and culture a...
02/09/2026

🎉 Join us as we celebrate Black History Month 2026! 🖤💛❤️💚
Come along for an evening of music, food, dancing and culture as we honour our communities, celebrate our heritage and look towards the future. 🌍✨

📅 Saturday 24th October 2026
⏰ 5pm–8pm
📍 Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre
👗 Traditional wear optional
🍽️ BBQ, African & Asian Cuisine Halal.
Family Friendly and open to all. Don't miss out!
🎟️ FREE Community Event

Bring your family and friends and let’s celebrate together through music, food and laughter! 🥁💃🏾🎶

📞 Contact Hali: 07964 380653
📧 [email protected]
Mis - Moms in Sunderland

Horizon SunderlandICOS (International Community Organisation of Sunderland)Fightback CharityFriends of the Drop In - SunderlandSunderland Bangladesh International CentreAfrican societal artistique of sunderlandYoung Asian VoicesCulture Care North CICHope Beyond BordersAl-Falaq CounsellingGen DMSA CharitySunderland African Community Association -SACASangini SanginiHolding hands.org Back on the MapHeArts Creative ProjectsNECACultural SpringWWIN Specialist Domestic Abuse ServicesSouthpaw CompanySunderland CollegeEast Sunderland CommunityVoluntary & Community Action Sunderland (VCAS)FISCUSThe National Lottery Community Fund

28/08/2026

IMPORTANT INFO RE: DBS

Job opportunity!
17/08/2026

Job opportunity!

📣 Don’t miss out on our latest IDVA opportunity at WWIN!

If you’re interested in joining our team and making a real difference to the lives of survivors of domestic abuse in Sunderland, we’d love to hear from you.

⏰ Applications close next Friday 21st August.
Apply now: https://www.wwin.org.uk/jobs

💙

04/08/2026

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We're running low on new, unopened underwear and could really do with your help.

We're looking for socks, knickers and bras. All sizes, genders and ages needed.

Please pop in and donate any items, big or small, we will be so grateful! Cash donations are also welcomed.

For hygiene reasons, we can only accept new, unopened underwear.

If you'd like to donate, please drop off to Fiscus, The Co-op Building, SR2 8AH.

Thank you so much.

30/07/2026

Do you want to know more about SBMEN? Join us at New Horizon Annual Family Picnic @ Mowbray Park.
The National Lottery Community Fund
New Horizon Sunderland

20/07/2026

Volunteering is a great way to help out in YOUR community and gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience. If you have been thinking about volunteering, give us a call and we can offer support to start YOU on your volunteering journey



Congratulations! 🙌
20/07/2026

Congratulations! 🙌

Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre to co-ordinate £3.5m scheme to improve ethnic minorities' health.

Join us next Tuesday FISCUS - FREE support you help you on your self-employment journey
07/07/2026

Join us next Tuesday FISCUS - FREE support you help you on your self-employment journey

Why not take advantage of this FREE online safety workshop courtesy of Global Innovation Hub CIO - Registration details ...
07/07/2026

Why not take advantage of this FREE online safety workshop courtesy of Global Innovation Hub CIO - Registration details on flier

Address

Room 13/The Coop Centre, Whitehouse Road
Sunderland
SR28AB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+447964380653

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