We are so proud to celebrate one of our Welcome to the UK members, Yaroslava, as she launches her second children’s book. Yaroslava, a retired cardiologist from Ukraine, has been part of our community since arriving in the UK. Alongside her professional background, she is also a talented children’s author, and we are delighted to support her in sharing her work.  Date: 10 April  Time: 11:00 – 12:00  Location: Forum, Southend on Sea , SS1 1NS During the event, Yaroslava will r

We’re so grateful to everyone who came out to support our event at Victoria Shopping Centre. The turnout was amazing, and the energy from all the young people who stopped by made the day truly special. We were honoured to welcome the Mayor, connect with so many young people, and share meaningful conversations about community, wellbeing, and support. It was wonderful to see such strong engagement and positivity throughout the day. Thank you to everyone who visited our stalls,

Join us for a special community celebration recognising the achievements, strength and contributions of women in our society. 📅 Friday 6th March 2026 📍 Victoria Shopping Centre, First Floor, SS2 5SP 🎟 FREE Event, 👉 Register now: www.welcome2theuk.com/iwd This year’s theme, Give to Gain, celebrates the power of sharing knowledge, support and experiences within our community. The day is designed to bring people together to connect, learn and inspire one another. ✨ What to e

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