This South Asian Heritage Month, RepresentAsian are excited to host an evening of stories from Bristol’s Desi community. From personal memories to cultural roots – hear voices that celebrate identity, heritage and belonging.
Join us at West Yorkshire History Centre for a morning of crafts inspired by South Asian Heritage and Culture. Expect a relaxed morning of calligraphy, embroidery, mirror work, bookmark making and more! Event Details Date: August 14th 2025 Time: 10am – 1pm Venue: West Yorkshire History Centre, 127 Kirkgate, Wakefield, WF1 1JG Free, no booking required. All […]
‘Ayah’ refers to South Asian women and ‘Amah’ to South East Asian women who served the British in Asia and other colonies as children’s nannies, nursemaids and ladies’ maids. For the last few years Hackney Museum has been researching the stories of ayahs in Britain and in east London in particular. These pioneering women were […]
Food allergies are a growing concern worldwide, with significant implications for health and well-being. In the UK, the South Asian community faces unique challenges related to food allergies, which necessitates a culturally sensitive approach to education and management. As the NHS continues to strive for inclusive healthcare, understanding these specific needs is crucial.
My dad was just a teenager when he arrived in Bradford in the 1970s. With the support of extended family he found work, learnt the language, and a few years later returned to Pakistan to marry my mum. I was born in the 80s, the second girl in a house of five children. We found […]
My name is Shaz Khan (Shahzadgai Khan). My story is very simple but my parents’ is not. I stumbled across an article that I wrote when I was 17 years old for my English A-level coursework. It was all about “Being an Asian in Modern British Society”, which is where the inspiration for this podcast […]
South Asian Heritage Month dates changed to "July" from 2026 — Learn more here →
