On the final day of South Asian Heritage Month, join us in celebrating Yoga – an ancient practice that originated in India and has inspired millions around the world.More than just physical exercise, yoga promotes balance, mindfulness and overall wellbeing for people of all ages and backgrounds.Let’s come together to honour this timeless South Asian […]
A musical Journey celebrating the beauty of South asian heritage through heartfelt Bhajans and timeless Bollywood classics.
South Asian Heritage Month 2026 celebrates the theme “Unity in Diversity”. This theme invites us to explore what unites us across our differences: shared values, intertwined histories, and a common commitment to community and belonging, while celebrating the beauty and strength that diversity brings.
‘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 […]
