Bringing people together through creativity, culture and self-expression
Providing advice, guidance and practical support
Promoting healthier, happier lives through wellbeing activities and community connection
Supporting young people to learn, grow and reach their full potential
Helping individuals develop skills, confidence and opportunities to achieve their goals
Making a Difference
Since 1977
45+
Years Supporting
Communities
500
Service Users Per
Year
24
Sessions a
Week
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Our Story
For many people, Saathi House is much more than a community hub.
It's a place where women and young people feel safe, respected and supported.
Our welcoming spaces enable people to develop confidence, build lasting friendships, access new opportunities and connect with others who understand their experiences.
1977
80s - 90s
2000s
2010s
Today
Saathi House began life in 1977 as the St. James' Language Project, created to support Birmingham's growing South Asian & Jamaican communities.
The project offered English language support, homework club & youth activities, helping newly arrived families settle into their local community.
In 1980, the organisation became a registered charity, expanding its work to tackle social and economic disadvantage.
During this period, the charity became known as Saathi House—Saathi meaning "friend" or "companion" in several South Asian languages.
The organisation expanded beyond education to deliver programmes focused on health and wellbeing, personal development, employability, leadership and entrepreneurship, supporting women and young people across Aston, Lozells, Newtown and Handsworth.
This decade Saathi House continued expanding its programmes and partnerships, strengthening its role as a trusted organisation
In 2017, Saathi House celebrated 40 years of supporting Birmingham's communities by launching the Saathi House Stories project.
Today, Saathi House is a thriving community hub supporting women and young people through programmes that promote wellbeing, education, employability, entrepreneurship and community leadership.
We continue to create opportunities that empower people to build brighter futures.
