The Forum's mentoring project

The Forum's mentoring project

Thursday 17 January 2013

New Beginnings' Activities Are Back!

Thanks to Laura, New Beginnings Mentoring's lovely new intern, for outlining some of the exciting activities on tap for the first part of 2013. 

The new year has begun and so have our activities! Every new year is full of resolutions and good intentions; let’s try to make them true by joining the activities The Forum organizes. There are many courses you can choose from - it just depends on your needs, passions and how much you want to be involved in our big family. Activities are organized for you to gather together, share your knowledge, gain new skills, discuss what you are interested in and make new friends...what are you waiting for?!? 

Let’s have an overview of our activities from January to March:

English classes: to express yourself in a foreign language can be difficult but it is the first step towards integration and involvement in your new city. We teach three kinds of classes - for those who need to learn English from scratch (Beginners), for those who have a better command of English and need to improve (Intermediate) and a Conversation class to become more fluent in speaking. 

Maths class: numbers and logic are international, and they are useful in any life situation, including a job! Hopefully, this course can help you sort out your budget and not get stressed out by numbers! It takes place once a week, on Wednesdays.

Sewing class:  plenty of sewing machines are at your disposal, and a tutor will teach you secrets for every stitch and fabric.

Knitting class: the ladies from Knitting for Others will be back to share their expertise in a regular knitting group. Come in from the cold, join in the fun and find out all the different knitted products you can make. It meets Mondays from 11am to 1pm.

Youth group: boys and girls from every part of the world can create a wonderful melting pot of ideas and opinions, and of course it’s a great way to make new friends!


Women’s group: women gather fortnightly in a support group to provide encouragement and understanding for like-minded women with similar issues. Through discussions and activities, the group provides an atmosphere of acceptance, positive feedback and healing.


Men’s group: men also meet fortnightly to share their visions and problems relating to immigration and life in London.


Cultural Fridays: every Friday, from 2pm to 4pm, we meet at CafĂ© Nova for different activities, which include: Music sessions with musicians from all over the world; Health Talks with GPs and experts on various topics related to health; and Art sessions where you can discover your inner artist. Everyone is welcome to come and bring friends and relatives!

In the next trimester you can find information on further courses, such as our Arabic class. We will keep you updated!


If you want to join one of our activities and would like further information about the timetable, please get in touch with us at activities@mrcf.org.uk or visit us at The Forum.

Feel free to post any comment, suggestion or experience!!

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