Shakti Womens Aid has created, worked and co-developed a number of various events and projects since it was established in 1986. Here we have noted just a few of the more recent projects.

2010

Shakti Charity Dinner: May 28th 2010
Assembly Rooms, George St, Edinburgh

Shakti held another fantastic evening to raise funds for the women’s group, which meets regularly to support BME women affected by domestic abuse and to facilitate space where women can re-empower themselves, meet other women, discuss issues and take part in new activities within a safe environment.

Features included comedy and drama from Shakti’s own ‘Crazy girls’, solo and choir songs and dances from India, China, Turkey, Sri Lanka and Spain. The glamourous crowd of over 300 people were also treated to fantastic food from Diamond Catering Services.

Some of the feedback we have received so far:

“I am writing to congratulate you and the rest of the Shakti staff for organising such a fabulous event. Thank you very much for inviting us.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment, food, the meeting of old colleagues and indeed the glamour. We would also like you to pass our complements to various performers on their talents and commitment. Well Done!”

“Friday night was amazing!!! Can’t wait for next years!”

“… it was a great night, enjoyed all the entertainment and the food… hope to be back next year”

2009

AGM / Seminar on Domestic Abuse and BME Children & Young People

In December 2009, Shakti held an AGM and Seminar on ‘Domestic Abuse and BME Children and Young People’ which featured speeches by Mark Lazarowizc MP, Angela Constance MSP, Pragna Patel (Southall Black Sisters) and Dr Mairead Tagg.

Audio Downloads:
Heather Coady (Scottish Women's Aid) - Opening address
Mark Lazarowizc MP
Angela Constance MSP
Pragna Patel (pt1)
Pragna Patel (pt2)
Pragna Patel (pt3)
Heather Coady - Closing remarks

Consultation on Forced Marriage with Deaf Connections Ishara BSL Project, Glasgow

Shakti Women’s Aid Information & Education Project worked with the Ishara Project, run through Deaf Connections and named by the Deaf Connections Deaf Asian’s group to assist them in developing a BSL webpage about Forced Marriage. Click here to view the Ishara Forced Marriage webpage.