Persian Advice Bureau (Charity No. 1163147)
2024
Barnet Community Awards
We were incredibly grateful to have been nominated for one of the 2024 Barnet Community Awards. This nomination meant so much to us, as it reflected the impact of our work in the community and the continued support of those who believed in our mission. We were proud to stand among so many outstanding local groups.
Christmas Party (16th December)
Holiday magic at our Christmas party. And a massive thank you to the Young Barnet Foundation for making the day extra special with gifts for the children, helping us spread the festive joy.
Halloween (31st October)
Spooky fun at our Halloween movie night! Kids enjoyed scary masks, sweet treats, and lots of chocolate as we celebrated together.
Childrens Summer Project (24th July)
Throughout the summer project, children took part in creative outdoor activities such as chalk drawing, arts and crafts, and other hands-on sessions
Refugee Week (17th-23rd June)
Our Refugee Week celebrations on the 21st June at Christ Church North Finchley brought the community together through talks, children’s performances, shared food, and a strong sense of community spirit.
Cooking Project (12th June)
Our cooking class on the 12th June allowed refugees to come together to cook authentic meals from their home countries. This allowed for a celebration of culture and community through food.
Visit to a Boxing Match (6th June)
With the support of Work Work, an organisation also assisting at the contingency hotels, we were able to take some of the children to watch a boxing match. It was an exciting and fun-filled day for everyone!
Eid Celebrations (10th April)
To celebrate Eid, we shared festive treats such as tea, pastries, and sugar crystals with residents in both hotels. This helped mark Eid as a day of celebration and shared joy amongst the populations within these hotels.
Easter (31st March)
For Easter, we gave out Easter eggs and essential toiletries to residents in the hotels. The easter eggs were very successful and enjoyed by many.
International Women's Day (8th March)
For International Women’s Day, we hosted talks from inspiring speakers, shared pastries and makeup products, and celebrated the day by enjoying each other’s company.
Half Term Activities (12-17th February)
During half term, the kids enjoyed a variety of fun and educational activities, including visits to a museum, trips to the cinema, outings to play table tennis and arts and crafts days.
2023
Ladies Coffee Mornings
Throughout the year, our Ladies Coffee Mornings provided women with a warm and welcoming space to socialise, build friendships, and access community support, with generous funding from Finchley Progressive Synagogue making these sessions possible.
Free ESOL classes throughout the year
Throughout the year, our free ESOL classes supported community members in developing their English language skills in a friendly and supportive environment, with consistently strong attendance and engagement.
Groundswell Project's Meal Donation
The Founder of the Groundswell Project, Hadiya Masieh generously donated meals to support families living in contingency hotels, helping provide comfort, nourishment, and care to the community.
Police Visit to Hotels
We organised a Police Visit for residents living in contingency hotels to raise awareness about policing in the UK, including conversations about legal rights, stop and search, and personal safety, alongside the distribution of rape alarm kits.
Eid Mubarak (23rd April)
On April 23rd, we celebrated Eid Mubarak with children living in contingency hotels through a special gift distribution event, joined by Councillor Conway, with Persian Advice Bureau preparing and organising festive goodie bags for the children.
Easter Celebrations (April)
Our Easter celebration brought adults and children living in contingency hotels together for a joyful day of egg painting, Easter origami, and arts and crafts, creating a fun and creative space for families to connect and celebrate together.
Mother's Day (March)
To celebrate Mother’s Day, Persian Advice Bureau organised a creative workshop where children drew thoughtful pictures for their mothers and enjoyed a fun and engaging activity together.
Iftar (23rd March)
On March 23rd, we hosted a community Iftar in partnership with Nisa-Nashim, Persian Advice Bureau, and the Jewish Vegetarian Society, bringing people together to share food, conversation, and connection during Ramadan.
Norouz (21st March)
On the 21st March we celebrated Norouz, the Persian New year with Farsi-speaking individual in the contingency hotels.
International Women's Day (16th March)
On March 16th, we celebrated International Women’s Day at an Iranian restaurant alongside guests from the community, bringing women together for an evening of connection, empowerment, and inspiring talks from three guest speakers, including representatives from Citizens UK.
Toy Distribution (February)
During February, donated toys were shared with children in contingency hotels to help create joyful moments and support their wellbeing through play.
