HISTORY

The African Cultural Association was formed over 15 years ago and was started as a result of group discussions amongst black and other ethnic minority students and families; many of African and Caribbean origin.

The discussions highlighted various problems individuals faced on a daily basis, many of which were associated with the minority groups. The areas these issues covered comprised mainly of immigration, housing, finance, racial harassment, social welfare, and family disputes. These situations often interfered with members' education as well as their work and domestic lives.

The Association was created to give users access to free information. We were able to direct individuals, students and families alike to numerous authorities, who in turn helped them to solve their problems. Prior to using our services, many of our clients who had previously been referred to the relevant authorities were not familiar with the system and did not understand the processes they had to go through. They were also uncomfortable about sharing their problems with officials.

These matters spurred us on to build a resource of qualified experts which included lawyers, health personnel, Social Services personnel, teachers and administrators. The group later formed a non-profit making organisation, which is now a registered charity.

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