What we do

Celebrations, sport and gatherings

Our association has just started, and for now we are holding events. These are the kinds of events we have in mind.

Culture and celebrations

Celebrations bring families together and show young people where they come from.

Men from the community in Afghan dress at a celebration
  • Navroz

    Welcoming the new year with haft mewa, samanak, Navroz kulcha and a cultural programme for the whole family.

  • Eid gatherings

    Family gatherings at Eid to meet, celebrate and renew community ties.

  • Cultural evenings

    Poetry, music, stories and Afghan history, shared in a way young people enjoy.

Sport and recreation

Sport builds confidence, teamwork and lasting friendships.

A community football team
  • Friendly football matches

    Football matches for young people, played in a spirit of friendship and teamwork.

  • Sports days

    Games and team competitions for different ages.

  • Outings and picnics

    Family picnics in the park and group trips in and around London.

Gatherings and workshops

We want our young people to grow into mature, responsible adults who are ready for the future.

Community members sitting and talking on the grass in a park
  • Youth meetups

    A relaxed place for young people to meet, talk and make friends.

  • Study and career talks

    Guests share their experience of university, apprenticeships and work.

  • Skills workshops

    From writing a CV and preparing for interviews to public speaking and teamwork.

Questions

Questions families ask

Who can come to your events?

Our events are for young Afghans and their families. If an event has an age limit or needs booking, its announcement will say so.

Do events cost anything?

We want our events to be open to every family. If an event has a fee, its announcement will say so.

How do I hear about new events?

Check our Events page, or get in touch and we will let you know about upcoming events.