Community Engagement
Community Activities
Creating and delivering activities to meet the needs of your community
Provision of multi-sports programmes (e.g. boxing, basketball, crickets, football etc.), mentoring and behaviour support, enrichment provision and bespoke programmes
Venue sourcing or delivered from your chosen venue
Supporting the Homeless
Our teams support those most in need within the city centre through the weekly provision of essential items such as food, hygiene products, and sleeping bags.
Whilst offering compassion and conversation our teams assist by signposting these vulnerable individuals to relevant services as required.
Transport Safety
Transport safety is provided through ad hoc patrols conducted by our outreach team within areas highlighted as key anti-social behaviour hotspots.
This service is provided in conjunction with our key strategic partners, NET Nottingham Trams, and aims to support vulnerable members of our communities signposting them to relevant services as required.
Venue Hire
Host your next event, at Heathfield Community Centre.
Large space suitable for parties, training sessions, and more
Small room suitable for private meetings or 1:1 sessions
Enclosed private garden
Kitchen
Off-street parking
Ukrainian
The Communities we worked with so far
South American
Indian
Asia
Pakistani
Bangaladeshi
Eritean
Ethiopian
Ghanian
Kenyan
Nigerian
Somalian
South African
Sudanese
Europe
Irish
Romanian
Brazilian
Africa
Ukrainian community
Irish community
Romanian community
Indian community
Pakistani community
Bangladeshi community
Kenyan community
Nigerian community
Somalian community
Sudanese community
Eritean community
Ethiopian community
Ghanaian community
South African community
Brazillian community
Overview
Our engagement with the Ukrainian community represents one of our most
comprehensive support programmes, addressing both immediate needs and long-
term integration pathways.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Bakery Products: Recognising the importance of food security, we have
provided regular access to fresh bakery items, ensuring families have access
to nutritious bread and baked goods.
Free Sporting Equipment: We have distributed a wide range of sporting
equipment to Ukrainian families, enabling participation in physical activities
and promoting health and wellbeing during challenging times.
Free Bicycles: Understanding that mobility is essential for integration and
independence, we have provided bicycles to community members, facilitating
transportation for work, education, and social activities.
Future Plans
Structured Sessions: We are developing organised sporting sessions
tailored to the Ukrainian community’s interests and needs.
Pathways Programmes: Planning comprehensive pathways that will provide
ongoing support, skill development, and opportunities for deeper community
integration and leadership roles.
Overview
Our work with the Irish community emphasises meaningful community engagement,
creating spaces for connection, cultural celebration, and mutual support.
Initiatives Delivered
Community Engagement Programmes: Plan in Developing and delivering
targeted community engagement initiatives that bring together Irish
community members and create opportunities for cultural expression and
social connection.
Impact
Through our community engagement approach, we have strengthened relationships
within the Irish community and created bridges to other communities. These
initiatives have fostered a sense of belonging, celebrated Irish culture and heritage,
and contributed to the social fabric of our diverse community landscape.
Overview
Our engagement with the Romanian community focuses on providing accessible
sporting opportunities that promote health, social connection, and community
integration.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Delivered regular complimentary sports sessions
offering varied activities designed to be inclusive and engaging for all
community members.
Impact
These sessions have provided the Romanian community with consistent
opportunities for physical activity, social interaction, and community building.
Participants have developed new skills, formed lasting friendships, and strengthened
their connection to the broader community.
Overview
The Pythian Club’s partnership with the Indian community focuses on holistic support
combining nutrition, mobility, and active recreation.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Bicycles: Provided bicycles to promote sustainable transportation and
encourage outdoor physical activity amongst community members of all ages.
Free Bakery Products: Ensured regular access to fresh bakery items,
supporting nutritional needs and reducing food insecurity.
Free Sport Sessions: Organised and delivered complimentary sporting
sessions, creating opportunities for fitness, skill development, and social
connection within the community.
Impact
These initiatives have strengthened our relationship with the Indian community,
creating regular touchpoints for engagement and demonstrating our commitment to
supporting health, wellbeing, and community cohesion.
Overview
Our work with the Pakistani community has centred on combat sports and football,
providing structured athletic opportunities that build discipline, fitness, and
community pride.
Initiatives Delivered
Boxing Sessions: Facilitated regular boxing training sessions, offering
community members access to professional coaching, fitness training, and
the character-building benefits of combat sports.
Free Football Sessions: Organised complimentary football sessions that
bring together players of various ages and skill levels, fostering teamwork,
physical fitness, and community spirit.
Impact
The Pakistani community has shown tremendous enthusiasm for these sporting
initiatives, with strong attendance and growing participation. These programmes
have created safe, positive spaces for youth engagement and have strengthened
intergenerational connections within the community.
Overview
Our engagement with the Bangladeshi community has focused on the universal
language of football, creating accessible opportunities for participation and
connection.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Football Sessions: Delivered regular complimentary football sessions
designed to be inclusive and welcoming to participants of all abilities and
experience levels.
Impact
Football has proven to be an excellent vehicle for community building within the
Bangladeshi community. These sessions have created a regular gathering point,
strengthened social networks, and provided healthy recreational opportunities for
families.
Overview
Recognising the strong sporting culture within the Kenyan community, we have
focused our efforts on providing quality sporting opportunities and essential
resources.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Football Sessions: Organised regular complimentary football sessions
that celebrate the community passion for the sport whilst creating new
connections and opportunities.
Free Bicycles: Provided bicycles to enhance mobility and independence for
community members.
Mentorship Programmes: Established mentorship initiatives connecting
experienced community members with youth, fostering leadership and
personal development.
Inclusive Approach: Created welcoming environments where Kenyan
community members can share their culture, traditions, and sporting
excellence with others.
Impact
The Kenyan community has embraced these initiatives with enthusiasm, bringing
energy, skill, and sportsmanship that has enriched the broader Pythian Club
community. These sessions have become a cornerstone of our engagement with this
vibrant community, whilst the bicycles have provided practical support for daily life
and the mentorship programmes have created pathways for youth development.
Overview
Our partnership with the Nigerian community represents one of our most diverse and
comprehensive programmes, offering multiple sporting disciplines and essential
resources.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Multi-Sports Sessions: Organised varied sporting activities catering to
different interests and abilities, providing broad opportunities for participation
and skill development.
Free Bicycles: Provided bicycles to enhance mobility, independence, and
access to opportunities for community members.
Boxing Sessions: Facilitated professional boxing training sessions, offering
discipline, fitness, and personal development through combat sports.
Mentorship Programmes: Developed structured mentorship initiatives that
connect community leaders with young people, promoting positive role
models and personal growth.
Inclusive Engagement: Created spaces where Nigerian culture, languages,
and traditions are celebrated and shared with the wider community.
Impact
The Nigerian community has enthusiastically embraced our multi-faceted approach,
with strong participation across all programmes. The combination of diverse sporting
opportunities, practical support, and mentorship has created multiple pathways for
engagement, strengthened community bonds, and promoted health and wellbeing
across all age groups.
Overview
Our work with the Somali community focuses on creating accessible sporting
opportunities whilst providing essential resources and mentorship that support
integration and community development.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Delivered regular complimentary sports sessions
designed to be culturally sensitive and welcoming to all community members.
Free Bicycles: Distributed bicycles to Somali families, enhancing mobility and
access to education, employment, and social opportunities.
Mentorship Programmes: Established mentorship initiatives that honour
Somali cultural values whilst supporting youth development and community
leadership.
Inclusive Approach: Created safe, welcoming spaces where Somali
community members can maintain cultural connections whilst building bridges
with other communities.
Impact
Our Somali community partnership has provided vital support for a community that
often faces significant barriers to participation. The combination of sporting
opportunities, practical resources, and culturally sensitive mentorship has fostered
confidence, connection, and wellbeing amongst participants of all ages.
Overview
The Pythian Club’s engagement with the Sudanese community emphasises
accessibility, mentorship, and creating inclusive environments that welcome and
celebrate Sudanese culture and heritage.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Organised regular complimentary sporting activities
that provide opportunities for physical activity, skill development, and social
connection.
Free Bicycles: Provided bicycles to Sudanese community members,
removing transportation barriers and promoting independence.
Mentorship Programmes: Developed mentorship initiatives that connect
Sudanese youth with positive role models and support networks.
Inclusive Community Building: Created opportunities for Sudanese
community members to share their experiences, traditions, and perspectives
with the wider community.
Impact
These initiatives have strengthened the Sudanese community’s connection to the
Pythian Club and the broader community. Participants have gained confidence,
developed new skills, and built lasting relationships that support their wellbeing and
integration.
Overview
Our partnership with the Eritrean community focuses on making sport accessible
whilst providing mentorship and creating inclusive spaces that honour Eritrean
culture and identity.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Delivered regular complimentary sporting
opportunities designed to be welcoming and accessible to all community
members.
Free Bicycles: Distributed bicycles to enhance mobility and access to
opportunities for Eritrean families.
Mentorship Programmes: Established mentorship initiatives that support
youth development whilst respecting and celebrating Eritrean cultural values.
Inclusive Engagement: Created environments where Eritrean community
members feel valued, respected, and empowered to participate fully.
Impact
Our Eritrean community engagement has provided essential support and created
meaningful connections. The combination of sporting opportunities, practical
resources, and mentorship has fostered a sense of belonging and community
amongst participants.
Overview
The Pythian Club’s work with the Ethiopian community emphasises accessibility,
mentorship, and creating welcoming spaces that celebrate Ethiopian culture and
sporting traditions.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Organised regular complimentary sporting activities
that provide opportunities for participation, fitness, and community connection.
Free Bicycles: Provided bicycles to Ethiopian community members,
supporting mobility and independence.
Mentorship Programmes: Developed mentorship initiatives that connect
Ethiopian youth with supportive role models and community leaders.
Inclusive Approach: Created spaces where Ethiopian culture, languages,
and traditions are celebrated and shared with others.
Impact
These initiatives have strengthened bonds within the Ethiopian community and
created bridges to other communities. Participants have developed new skills,
formed friendships, and gained confidence through sport and mentorship.
Overview
Our engagement with the Ghanaian community focuses on making sport accessible
whilst providing essential resources and mentorship that support community
development and cultural celebration.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Delivered regular complimentary sporting
opportunities that honour Ghanaian sporting culture and create inclusive
participation opportunities.
Free Bicycles: Distributed bicycles to Ghanaian community members,
enhancing mobility and access to opportunities.
Mentorship Programmes: Established mentorship initiatives that promote
positive youth development and community leadership.
Inclusive Community Building: Created welcoming environments where
Ghanaian culture, traditions, and perspectives are valued and celebrated.
Impact
The Ghanaian community has brought tremendous energy and enthusiasm to our
programmes. The combination of sporting opportunities, practical support, and
mentorship has created strong community bonds and promoted wellbeing across
generations.
Overview
The Pythian Club’s partnership with the South African community emphasises
accessibility, mentorship, and creating inclusive spaces that celebrate South African
diversity and sporting excellence.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Sports Sessions: Organised regular complimentary sporting activities
that provide opportunities for participation and skill development.
Free Bicycles: Provided bicycles to South African community members,
supporting transportation needs and promoting active lifestyles.
Mentorship Programmes: Developed mentorship initiatives that connect
South African community members with supportive networks and leadership
opportunities.
Inclusive Approach: Created environments where the rich diversity of South
African culture and heritage is celebrated and shared with the wider
community.
Impact
Our South African community engagement has fostered strong connections and
created meaningful opportunities for participation. The combination of sporting
activities, practical resources, and mentorship has supported wellbeing, integration,
and community pride.
African Communities: Collective Impact
Cross-Community Initiatives
Our work across African communities (Kenyan, Nigerian, Somali, Sudanese,
Eritrean, Ethiopian, Ghanaian, and South African) represents a unified commitment
to:
Breaking Down Barriers: Removing financial, cultural, and logistical
obstacles to sport participation
Celebrating Diversity: Honouring the unique cultures, languages, and
traditions of each community
Building Bridges: Creating opportunities for cross-cultural understanding and
connection
Empowering Youth: Providing mentorship and leadership opportunities for
young people
Promoting Wellbeing: Supporting physical and mental health through sport
and community connection
Collective Outcomes
Hundreds of community members engaged across eight African communities
Dozens of bicycles distributed, enhancing mobility and independence
Regular sporting sessions creating consistent opportunities for participation
Mentorship programmes supporting youth development and community
leadership
Inclusive environments where African cultures are celebrated and valued
Overview
Embracing the Brazilian community’s renowned passion for football, we have created
dedicated opportunities for participation and cultural expression through sport.
Initiatives Delivered
Free Football Sessions: Delivered regular complimentary football sessions
that honour the Brazilian footballing tradition whilst fostering community
connection and physical wellbeing.
Impact
The Brazilian community has brought exceptional skill, creativity, and joy to our
football sessions. These gatherings have become celebrations of culture and sport,
creating a welcoming space where Brazilian families can connect with one another
and share their love of the beautiful game with the wider community.