Every competent person you see was once a novice. I’d finally decided to listen to my friend who, over the years had been inviting me to take up cycling. I suddenly realised that my passion wasn’t solely reserved for long-distance walks or mountain climbing (more about that soon), but it turns out I had a [...]
I felt nervous but excited talking about it (the big move). Embracing a new adventure, a new chapter of our lives. Of course I’d lived in London all my life and the thought of moving to a whole new city was daunting but everything has a first time. I guess...
Hema joined Saheli in 2018, bringing her many skills and passions to support other women achieve their goals.
“Would you like to come along to the gym with me?” “Where is this gym?” I asked. She replied: ”Around the corner.” I said: “Are you saying there is a gym not too far from here, and I never knew about it?” Oh, yes, there was SAHELI!
Saheli means 'Friend' in many Indian languages. For many members of Saheli Hub, it has been a friend for life, there for them through life's changes and challenges. Hub Manager Shebina Gill reflects on the many times a girl or woman may need a Saheli in their life.
I thought things would change for the next generation of girls... I grew up in B12 - Sunny Balsall Heath. Sister of five brothers and because of them I loved sport - Football, Cricket anything. If I could be one of the boys I’d want to be in their team. When I was 9 we’d [...]
My name is Eleanor Hoad and I run the community garden in Handsworth Park in partnership with the Friends of Handsworth Park. I am passionate about growing food in the city and reconnecting people to nature.
Me and my family, we arrived in this country from Brazil on June 26, 2006. I didn't know, but this same day Saheli was born too! I believe in God and I believe that He controls all things. I also believe that all things work together for the good of those who love God. So I really like the idea that Saheli was God's plan to bless many lives, including mine and my family.
I was intrigued and amazed at what Saheli had done for the ladies in the community...
I was told by a friend there was a women’s group in Balsall Heath that had an amazing adventure activity scheme for young girls – the organiser Naseem Akhtar was really something! She said I should go along and meet her maybe see if there was any opportunity to volunteer? I rang apprehensively and was invited to the Balsall Heath Community Forum.
