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Welcome to KIRAN Cymru
Championing Human Rights, creating a more equal Wales.
We are a non-political, non-religious organisation based in Cardiff, open to everyone — with a strong focus on supporting intergenerational, grassroots communities from ethnic minority backgrounds across Wales.
Our work is proudly volunteer-led, rooted in the lived experiences of ethnic minority communities. The majority of our team and members come from South Asian backgrounds, bringing deep cultural understanding and community connection.
Together, we speak a wide range of global languages — including Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Dari, Pashto, and Arabic — so you’ll always find someone who truly understands you.
We are committed to raise awareness of human rights and work towards a more equal Wales for all.
We offer free, inclusive services from our base at Channel View, Cardiff, welcoming people from across the city and beyond. Participants in our services can speak to us in Bengali, Hindi, English, Urdu, Dari and Pashto.
Our work is guided by three core principles:
Engage – by celebrating and sharing our diverse heritage and cultures.
Educate – by helping people to learn about their fundamental rights and accompanying responsibilities, and develop skills and knowledge through lifelong learning to lead fulfilling lives.
Empower – by promoting socio-economic equity and creating opportunities for all.
Together, we’re helping to build a more equal, inclusive, and cohesive Wales.
About
KIRAN Cymru
We are a non-political, non-religious organisation based in Cardiff, open to everyone — with a strong focus on supporting intergenerational, grassroots communities from ethnic minority backgrounds across Wales.
Our work is proudly volunteer-led, rooted in the lived experiences of ethnic minority communities. The majority of our leadership team and members come from South Asian backgrounds, bringing deep cultural understanding and community connection.
Together, we speak a wide range of global languages — including Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Dari, Pashto, and Arabic — so you’ll always find someone who truly understands you.
We are committed to raise awareness of human rights and work towards a more equal Wales for all.
We offer free, inclusive services from our base at Channel View, Cardiff, welcoming people from across the city and beyond. Participants in our services can speak to us in Bengali, Hindi, English, Urdu, Dari and Pashto.
Our work is guided by three core principles:
Engage – by celebrating and sharing our diverse heritage and cultures.
Educate – by helping people to learn about their fundamental rights and accompanying responsibilities, and develop skills and knowledge through lifelong learning to lead fulfilling lives.
Empower – by promoting socio-economic equity and creating opportunities for all.
Together, we’re helping to build a more equal, inclusive, and cohesive Wales.
Our Aims
1. To champion Human Rights by raising awareeness, deepening understanding, and inspiring grassroots action. We see human rights not as distant legal terms, but as everyday realities—shaping access to dignity, equity, and opportunity.
2.To reduce socio-economic inequalities
by improving access to public services through community research, anti-racism training, advocacy, and by providing free, accessible benefits advice and support.
3. To celebrate and share diverse heritage and culture by promoting structured learning, conducting community-led heritage research, and organising public exhibitions that reflect our rich identities and stories.
Our Aims
1. To champion Human Rights by raising awareeness, deepening understanding, and inspiring grassroots action. We see human rights not as distant legal terms, but as everyday realities—shaping access to dignity, equity, and opportunity.
2.To reduce socio-economic inequalities
by improving access to public services through community research, anti-racism training, advocacy, and by providing free, accessible benefits advice and support.
3. To celebrate and share diverse heritage and culture by promoting structured learning, conducting community-led heritage research, and organising public exhibitions that reflect our rich identities and stories.
Our Activities
1. Lifelong Learning and Skills Development
We provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge that supports personal growth and employability. Our educational support includes:
STEM Matters: Maths and Science support classes
Bookkeeping certification (AATQB) support and guidence
Python and digital skills sessions
Other learning opportunities aligned with the National Curriculum Framework
2. Cultural heritage and Research
We carry out structured, community-led research into diverse cultures and heritage. Our findings are shared through public exhibitions, storytelling workshops, and intergenerational learning events. Key programmes include:
Home Away from Home
South Asia Cymru Heritage
3. Promoting Equality and Access to Services
Through Aequitas, our dedicated community research arm, we identify socio-economic gaps and barriers to services by analysing lived experiences. We share our findings by publishing reports. We also offer the following services:
Provide confidential community advocacy support
Offer free, professional benefits advice
Work to improve equity and access to public services for all
4. Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) training
Through our dedicated training unit, Walk in My Shoes, we offer engaging workshops that promote empathy, challenge prejudice, and build understanding across communities. Our EDI training and resources includes:
Anti-racism Toolbox
Empathy Toolbox
Workshops tailored to local community needs and lived experiences
These sessions aim to raise awareness, shift mindsets, and help build a more inclusive and cohesive society.
Our activities
1. Lifelong Learning and Skills Development
We provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge that supports personal growth and employability. Our educational support includes:
STEM Matters: Maths and Science support classes
Bookkeeping certification (AATQB) support and guidence
Python and digital skills sessions
Other learning opportunities aligned with the National Curriculum Framework
2. Cultural heritage and Research
We carry out structured, community-led research into diverse cultures and heritage. Our findings are shared through public exhibitions, storytelling workshops, and intergenerational learning events. Key programmes include:
Home Away from Home
South Asia Cymru Heritage
3. Promoting Equality and Access to Services
Through Aequitas, our dedicated community research arm, we identify socio-economic gaps and barriers to services by analysing lived experiences. We share our findings by publishing reports. We also offer the following services:
Provide confidential community advocacy support
Offer free, professional benefits advice
Work to improve equity and access to public services for all
4. Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) training
Through our dedicated training unit, Walk in My Shoes, we offer engaging workshops that promote empathy, challenge prejudice, and build understanding across communities. Our EDI training and resources includes:
Anti-racism Toolbox
Empathy Toolbox
Workshops tailored to local community needs and lived experiences
These sessions aim to raise awareness, shift mindsets, and help build a more inclusive and cohesive society.
Our Achievements in last 8 years
78
Intergenerational members of ethnic communities have volunteered in the Board, Executive Committee and Volunteer Team in the development and delivery of KIRAN Cymru’s work.
31
Projects have been successfully delivered
184
Families have benefited from the support provided through our programmes.
513
Intergenerational people have benefited from the support provided through our programmes.
Our funders and co-production partners
The Royal Navy
The Royal Air Force
The British Army
HM Prison Service
South Wales Police
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