In times like these, it’s so important to stand together and support each other.
We know there are fears and uncertainties in all of our communities. As a charity, we are standing in solidarity with local authorities and the medical community to support our communities.
We will provide support to vulnerable members of our communities by:
- Ensuring correct information is shared through our community channels
- We work closely with communities to identify and help vulnerable people who have no support networks
- Work with local authorities to ensure access to support is easy for ethnic minority communities
- support hospitals and other points of care with ethnic minority community members who are facing language barriers, have disabilities or other barriers restricting them from getting help.
We will be doing the above by liaising closely with local authorities and other statutory bodies.
We are also setting up a helpline for people who need information or practical support, to lessen the load on our services. We will publish the number here, as soon as it goes live.
We will also be doing videos in English and Somali, to support our immediate communities.
The Covid-19 pandemic needs our focus. We shouldn’t forget other issues during this difficult time.
We know there are still many children and young people being criminally exploited. This group is especially vulnerable as attention is diverted by the current crisis.
If need our support in helping a child or adult who is criminally exploited, please reach out to us. You can email us at info@minoritymatters.org.uk
We will work with statutory bodies to ensure families get access to urgent support, where needed.
We wish you and your loved ones good health. Please take care of yourselves.
The Minority Matters team.
