Hope and Light is a programme of culturally responsive mental health services for Black African, Black Caribbean, Central and Eastern European, and South Asian communities.

Our approach is built on cultural awareness, ensuring our services align with the community’s values and lived experiences. Your perspective matters to us. By actively listening and collaborating with you, we develop mental health services that are meaningful and impactful – for the community in the community.

Hope and Light strives to build strong, community-focused mental health services that cater to diverse needs while respecting cultural identities through group and one to one support.

 

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Hope and Light Partners

Hope and Light on BCB Radio

8-minute recording

Hear Service Manager, Daniel Sintim-Aboagye, and Claudia McFarlane from African Caribbean Achievement Project talk about the programme and why it’s needed.

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Ayesha’s Story

Ayesha is a Community Engagement Worker for Hope and Light. 

Read Ayesha’s Story

 

Aston’s Story

Aston is a Community Engagement Worker for Hope and Light. 

Read Aston’s Story

 

 

Talk of the Village Webinar

43-minute recording

Sharing learning from South Asian, Eastern European, African and Caribbean communities as part of the Healthy Minds Roadshow

Hear from the Hope and Light team:

  • Masira Hans, Programme Director
  • Daniel Sintim-Aboagye, Service Manager
  • Aston Knight, Community Engagement Worker (African and Caribbean communities)
  • Ayesha Butt, Community Engagement Worker (South Asian communities)

Acknowledging our privilege and commitment to equity 

At Bradford District and Craven Mind, we recognise that it is a huge privilege to be entrusted with the responsibility and funding to work within the communities that this programme serves. This is not an honour we take lightly, nor is it one we take for granted.  

We understand the unique position we hold, and acknowledge the history of systemic inequalities that have shaped the allocation of opportunities, resources, and leadership within our sector. We are deeply committed to using this platform not to dominate, but to listen, learn, and work in true partnership with our ethnically and culturally diverse communities across Bradford District and Craven.  

This work is not about competition; it is about collaboration. Just as a village works together with many hands to build a stronger, more resilient community, we stand committed to ensuring that our efforts uplift and empower, rather than overshadow. We see ourselves not as leaders from above, but as partners who walk alongside – guided by the wisdom, strength, and voices of those whose experiences and expertise have long been overlooked.  

We are committed to constantly challenging our own privileges, biases, and systems of power to ensure that our work truly reflects the values of equity, courage, and connection. Together, we can dismantle the barriers that contribute to mental health inequalities, and build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 

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Meet our Trustee, Karen

Meet our Trustee, Karen

Hello, my name is Karen and I’m a trustee here at Bradford District and Craven Mind. I became a trustee last year, you might want to know why I decided to do that. Well, it’s quite simple, I felt that I wanted to give something back and get involved in something beyond my day job.

Posted on: 20th May 2025

New partnership with Bradford City

New partnership with Bradford City

Bradford District and Craven Mind has teamed up with Bradford City AFC in a new […]

Posted on: 14th May 2025

Mental health within our community

Mental health within our community

In this blog, our Trustee Ian shares his reflections on the power of community, his […]

Posted on: 7th May 2025

Abi’s story

Abi’s story

Abi reached out for support from our Community Companions service when she was feeling isolated. […]

Posted on: 24th April 2025

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