Target Group & Outcomes
We primarily serve racially minoritised youth aged 10–16 across Leeds and West Yorkshire.
Outcomes include:
- Increased cultural pride and historical knowledge
- Improved confidence and self-expression
- Enhanced intercultural literacy and critical thinking
- Strengthened engagement in school and community
Current Strengths:
- Strong cultural credibility within communities
- Innovative, co-produced curricula with proven impact (92% of 2024 participants reported increased cultural pride)
- Early-stage partnerships with schools, councils, and grassroots networks
Organisational Development Needs:
- Improved digital infrastructure (CRM, online learning platform)
- Staff and facilitator training in safeguarding, M&E, trauma-informed practice
- Professional curriculum design and printing
- Wider delivery of summer and holiday programmes
- Communications and branding support to reach broader audiences
Strategic Goals (2024–2026):
• Secure match funding to expand delivery in schools and youth settings • Scale facilitator training and curriculum certification • Build national partnerships and academic collaborations • Launch branded merchandise and online resource store (via EritajAyiti.com) • Deliver and evaluate pilot programmes in five UK cities
