Communities of Identity Forums/Networks
The Communities of Identity Forums and Networks are a rich diverse collection of groups and individuals from across the city of Salford, involved with a range of projects and activities that contribute to the multi-ethnic and diverse service provision in the city.
These groups believe in providing the best and strive to ensure equality for all irrespective of; Race, Gender, Disability, Sexuality, Age, Religion and Belief.
There are four primary forums and networks presently involved:
- Salford Disability Forum
- Salford Black Minority Ethnic Forum
- Salford LGBT Network
- Salford Faith Network
Salford CVS are currently supporting the Salford Fourm for Refugees and People Seeking Asylum (for more information contact donna.cottrell@salfordcvs.co.uk) and the Salford Interfaith Network (for more information contact kalima.patel@salfordcvs.co.uk)
Why not make your legacy to the future of our City a positive one, through the Communities of Identity.
We are a group of LGBT people who have come together to try and support and make a difference to the quality of life for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people in Salford.
We also exist to highlight LGBT needs and issues to organisations who provide services in the city. We hold monthly meetings to address specific issues, as well as organising awareness raising events throughout the year. We also provide opportunities for members to meet together in a relaxed social environment to encourage a sense of community identity and reduce isolation.
We always welcome new members to the group. So, if you live, work or study in Salford and would like to meet other LGBT people, please feel free to come along to one of our meetings which are advertised on our website: www.salfordlgbt.net
Alternatively, contact Lisa Buklovskis on 07947 909339 or lisalovskis@msn.com
We look forward to seeing you!
Salford Disability Forum is a charity which aims to ensure that disabled people in Salford are able to play a full and active part in the life of their community, able to take control of their lives and have an influence on others. We have held regular open forums on a variety of issues such as equalities, housing, and volunteering opportunities for example.
We currently have a Youth Disability Forum which provides a much needed voice for young people aged 16-25 years.
Other benefits of our services include signposting in terms of health, equipment, housing, benefits, and employment.
Josie Browne is the Chair of Salford Disability Forum and was part of the original steering group that formally constituted the Forum in 2003. Josie continues to work with the staff and other volunteers to develop the Forum and its activities. We are currently looking at extending the service we can offer to people, having made a bid to set up an advocacy service for anyone in Salford with a disability.
For further information please contact:
Pik Yee See Tho – Administrator on tel: 0161 743 2030 or email: office@salforddisabilityforum.co.uk
Josie Browne – Chair on tel: 0161 743 2032 or email: Josie.browne@salforddisabilityforum.co.uk
Everyone is welcome to join.
Check our our website at: www.salforddisabilityforum.co.uk
Salford BME Forum
The BME forum is a voluntary sector umbrella organisation that acts a conduit for Black and Ethnic Minority groups in Salford. Our present membership comprises of 70 BME organisations representing the diverse communities of Salford.
Liz Cameron has worked in Salford for the past 11 years and presently is part of Children’s Services, Strategy and Commissioning Team. Liz brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the Forum as Salford BME Forum Chairperson; with a background in the Voluntary Sector spanning over 20 years in various organisations and roles with in a number key agencies and BME organisation.
Liz states: “The Forum aims to make real and long term improvements to the quality of life for all Ethnic Minority Communities in Salford. The Forum operates Focus Groups and Sub Groups on; Health, Employment, Housing and Social Care and is looking for members from existing groups or interested Community Members to be part of our team”.
Why not get involved and become an Associate Member and join one of our Focus Groups or if you’ve got what it takes, why not join our Executive Board.
To find out more about the organisations and groups we represent please contact us on:Salford.BME.forum@hotmail.co.uk
Visit our Web site: www.salfordbmeforum.co.uk