Price: Free
Join us for an inspiring Q&A session with Sarifa, a passionate community advocate who has:
Trained health professionals on supporting autistic and disabled children
Tackled barriers faced by South Asian women
Translated stories to overcome language barriers
Worked with Migrant Unite to empower women
Spoken on hidden disabilities and the importance of community care
Plus: Art & Culture for Wellbeing
Explore how creative practices like henna, poetry, Arabic calligraphy, and sensory-friendly workshops can support mental health and inclusion.
Interactive Workshop
Bring paper, glue, and colouring pens! We'll reflect on personal stories, strengths, and how we can build more inclusive communities.
About Experts by Experience
Culture Within Newham are organising sharing sessions to help local arts and community organisations to be better at working with communities in Newham. Together these sessions form a free mini training series developed for projects working with Culture Within Newham, as well as our wider network of organisations, artists and community groups.
What is an ‘Expert by Experience’?
An Expert by Experience is someone who has developed knowledge and expertise through their life experiences, rather than as part of their job or education. Examples of Experts by Experience could include: A person living with a disability sharing their experiences, both good and bad, of attending community groups and events.
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