Get ready to celebrate diversity at Biddenham International Culture Day on April 17th! Dress up in your traditional clothing and experience a day full of fun activities. From curated food stalls to diverse performances. Interfaith workshops to mehndi, there’s something for everyone
To take part, a £1 contribution is required via ParentPay or in person on the day. All funds raised will go to @qpcobedford. A local grassroots charity targeting the most deprived areas in Bedford. Helping to empower local people to make a difference by building bridges between communities.
We’re excited to announce that the Ukrainian Saturday School in Bedford will be delivering Motanka Doll-Making Masterclasses during the Healing Hearts Free Art Event!
What is a “Motanka”/”Мотанка”? 
Motanka’s hold timeless significance as cherished family charms in Ukrainian tradition. Originating around 5,000 years ago, these intricately knotted dolls symbolize the harmonious bond within families and the enduring connections across generations.
All resources will be provided by the Ukrainian Saturday School and registering is completely free! 
Click the links below to book your slot for the Motanka Doll Making Masterclasses, limited spaces available!
12PM: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/862094025437?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you are interested in helping to clean the river Great ouse.
The AGM which will take place on Saturday 27th January 2024 at 4pm at the Guru Nanak Gurdwara (84 Ford end Road, Bedford, MK40 4JX) in the community centre. Langar is available in the dining room before and after the AGM.
Rain or Shine, bring your secateurs and your boots and join us at 2pm at the orchard to learn to prune trees. Thank you to David Fisher for providing the session on pruning and another big thank you to the Guru Nanak Gurdwara for their hospitality.
Everyone is welcome!
Please see details for our Women’s Health and Wellbeing Event next week in #kempston
Explore a snapshot of what Bedford Borough has to offer women with their Health & Wellbeing, by way of multiple exhibition stands and FREE taster sessions.
23rd January 2024, 10am-12pm Addison Centre – Kempston
We will be providing two FREE introduction to yoga and relaxation taster sessions, with Pippa Moss from Radical SelfCare Movement 
You can sign up for your FREE place here:
**This event is open to women ONLY, ages 18+
Everyone is welcome to attend this session to learn more about diabetes and how to prevent it. Punjabi interpreters will be available. If you bring you NHS number, you will also be able to be referred to local program, if you are interested!
An event not to be missed in order to find out more about Romanian culture! This is part of our ‘Back to our roots‘ program.
Come and join the Festival of lights taking place on Saturday 4th November between 4 to 8pm at the John Bunyan sport and fitness centre. Event organised by Bedford Indian Community (BIC)
Join our community and connect with us on our other social media channels to stay in the loop with our latest news, events, and stories from people just like you - because everyone is welcome here!
Delighted to be invited to attend the Bangladesh Heritage Day #BijoyDibosh organised by ILearn Bedford ! A vibrant event, full of color, sari and joy ❤! Amazing performances from all other the UK. Many women volunteered to show case different sarees from different part of Bangladesh. Lovely to see @highsheriffofbedfordshire as well as @rosebudssisters! #WomenEmpowerment ##CommunityEngagement #weareqpco
Delighted to be invited to attend the Bangladesh Heritage Day #BijoyDibosh organised by ILearn Bedford ! A vibrant event, full of color, sari and joy ❤! Amazing performances from all other the UK. Many women volunteered to show case different sarees from different part of Bangladesh. Lovely to see @highsheriffofbedfordshire as well as @rosebudssisters! #WomenEmpowerment ##CommunityEngagement #weareqpco
A short snippet into our event celebrating Kenya’s 61st Independence Day🇰🇪. This event was organised in collaboration with the Kenyan community in Bedford. Thank you @june_mwari_wa_chifo for leading the organising, and thank you for attending @yasinforbedford , @highsheriffofbedfordshire and Mayor Tom @bedfordboroughcouncil . #kenyanindependence #weareqpco #b2or #kenya
A short snippet into our event celebrating Kenya’s 61st Independence Day🇰🇪. This event was organised in collaboration with the Kenyan community in Bedford. Thank you @june_mwari_wa_chifo for leading the organising, and thank you for attending @yasinforbedford , @highsheriffofbedfordshire and Mayor Tom @bedfordboroughcouncil . #kenyanindependence #weareqpco #b2or #kenya
A lovely day celebrating Kenya’s 61st Independence Day🇰🇪. This event was organised in collaboration with the Kenyan community in Bedford.
Thank you to all of our dignitaries for joining us in celebration: @highsheriffofbedfordshire , the Lord Lieutenant of Bedford, Mayor Tom @bedfordboroughcouncil & @yasinforbedford . A special shout out to @june_mwari_wa_chifo for taking the lead in organising this event & thank you to @jameliaomar and Nasreen for supplying the wonderful traditional food.
#weareqpco #b2or #kenya #kenyanindependenceday
A lovely day celebrating Kenya’s 61st Independence Day🇰🇪. This event was organised in collaboration with the Kenyan community in Bedford.
Thank you to all of our dignitaries for joining us in celebration: @highsheriffofbedfordshire , the Lord Lieutenant of Bedford, Mayor Tom @bedfordboroughcouncil & @yasinforbedford . A special shout out to @june_mwari_wa_chifo for taking the lead in organising this event & thank you to @jameliaomar and Nasreen for supplying the wonderful traditional food.
#weareqpco #b2or #kenya #kenyanindependenceday
Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund for making our project possible. We focus on Building capacity & increasing community resilience! For more information, go to our website, https://qpco.org.uk/projects/building-capacity/
#partnershipworking #CommunityEngagement #weareqpco #NationalLottery
Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund for making our project possible. We focus on Building capacity & increasing community resilience! For more information, go to our website, https://qpco.org.uk/projects/building-capacity/
#partnershipworking #CommunityEngagement #weareqpco #NationalLottery
Last night we had our end of year celebration!🎊.
Our end of year gathering brought together many different communities. Celebrating the year that has passed and looking forward to our next year of projects. Our mission is to make Bedford a more inclusive town🫶.
Thank you to cakebox for gifting us the wonderful cake!🍰 @eggfreecake
And thank you to all for attending last night❤️. @gngbedford @bedsboroughpcf @pbic_bedford . And those not on instagram: The Romanian community, The Bhagwan Valmik Sabha, The Kenyan community, Ilearn Bedford and Khush Haal.
We celebrated a very successful year of projects, to name some:
- Our domestic abuse program- Delivering d.i.y workshops to women in a refuge whom may be fearful to call tradespeople for help once they move into their own homes.
- Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. We’re bringing survivors testimonies to local schools to educate young people about this tragic event. (Part of our “Back To Our Roots” project)
- Hosting with the Romanian community Bedfordshire’s first celebration of National Romanian day! (December 2023). (Part of our “Back To Our Roots” project)
- BSL festival! Bringing awareness to the hard of hearing community and delivering free BSL workshops to local businesses to be more inclusive.
- Advocacy and outreach. Advocating and advising vulnerable families & individuals on a vast array of issues, for example: housing, financial, education, isolation and mental health.
- Capacity building. Supporting small voluntary groups to make a positive impact in their communities.
To read more about our work please visit the link in our bio to visit our website❤️.
Last night we had our end of year celebration!🎊.
Our end of year gathering brought together many different communities. Celebrating the year that has passed and looking forward to our next year of projects. Our mission is to make Bedford a more inclusive town🫶.
Thank you to cakebox for gifting us the wonderful cake!🍰 @eggfreecake
And thank you to all for attending last night❤️. @gngbedford @bedsboroughpcf @pbic_bedford . And those not on instagram: The Romanian community, The Bhagwan Valmik Sabha, The Kenyan community, Ilearn Bedford and Khush Haal.
We celebrated a very successful year of projects, to name some:
- Our domestic abuse program- Delivering d.i.y workshops to women in a refuge whom may be fearful to call tradespeople for help once they move into their own homes.
- Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. We’re bringing survivors testimonies to local schools to educate young people about this tragic event. (Part of our “Back To Our Roots” project)
- Hosting with the Romanian community Bedfordshire’s first celebration of National Romanian day! (December 2023). (Part of our “Back To Our Roots” project)
- BSL festival! Bringing awareness to the hard of hearing community and delivering free BSL workshops to local businesses to be more inclusive.
- Advocacy and outreach. Advocating and advising vulnerable families & individuals on a vast array of issues, for example: housing, financial, education, isolation and mental health.
- Capacity building. Supporting small voluntary groups to make a positive impact in their communities.
To read more about our work please visit the link in our bio to visit our website❤️.
Thank you Uwamahoro Marie Chantal for delivering a powerful testimony about the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis in Rwanda at @stmschoolbedford @stm_sixthform
Thank you @stm_sixthform for giving us this opportunity too.
Uwamahoro Marie Chantal ask young people to take away from her story that no form of discrimination is ever acceptable and that the color of our skin does not make us any different 🙏! #DiscriminationAwareness #partnershipworking #B2OR #weareqpco
Thank you Uwamahoro Marie Chantal for delivering a powerful testimony about the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis in Rwanda at @stmschoolbedford @stm_sixthform
Thank you @stm_sixthform for giving us this opportunity too.
Uwamahoro Marie Chantal ask young people to take away from her story that no form of discrimination is ever acceptable and that the color of our skin does not make us any different 🙏! #DiscriminationAwareness #partnershipworking #B2OR #weareqpco
Come and join the team! We are looking for 2 part time staff, an administration officer and a community engagement officer. For more information, go to our website https://qpco.org.uk/careers/!
We look forward to hearing from you! #CommunitiesTogether #workinginpartnership #CommunityEngagement #weareqpco #MakeADifference
Come and join the team! We are looking for 2 part time staff, an administration officer and a community engagement officer. For more information, go to our website https://qpco.org.uk/careers/!
We look forward to hearing from you! #CommunitiesTogether #workinginpartnership #CommunityEngagement #weareqpco #MakeADifference
A delightful evening at @stalbanscathedral organised by @@stalbansdio & @Grassroots! We had a stall explaining how we serve our communities. Lots of thought provoking questions followed by people sharing their experiences of coming together #interfaithdialogue ! Thank you to the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire for coming to say hello! #InterFaithWeek #workinginpartnership #communities
A delightful evening at @stalbanscathedral organised by @@stalbansdio & @Grassroots! We had a stall explaining how we serve our communities. Lots of thought provoking questions followed by people sharing their experiences of coming together #interfaithdialogue ! Thank you to the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire for coming to say hello! #InterFaithWeek #workinginpartnership #communities
