Ghana Welfare Association (West of Scotland)

Country

Scotland

Charity number

SC051469

Status

Active

Registered

Jan. 5, 2022

Legal form

Unincorporated association

Address

Activities

'It makes grants, donations, loans, gifts or pensions to individuals','It carries out activities or services itself'

'the prevention or relief of poverty','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science','the promotion of religious or racial harmony','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

Our mission is to: * Promote unity and cooperation among Ghanaians in the West of Scotland * Provide welfare and support to members during significant life events * Preserve and promote Ghanaian culture and traditions * Encourage community participation and social integration Support charitable and community development initiatives We provide practical and emotional support to members during important times in their lives, including times of difficulty or need. We also work to preserve and celebrate Ghanaian culture and traditions while helping members feel connected and involved in wider Scottish society. Through community activities, social events, welfare support and partnerships, we encourage people to take part, support one another and contribute positively to the community. We also support charitable and community development initiatives that improve the wellbeing of Ghanaians and the wider community in the West of Scotland.

Beneficiaries: 'Other defined groups','No specific group, or for the benefit of the community'

Objectives: The objectives of the Association shall be: . The advancement of the art, heritage and culture of Ghana in Scotland, amongst both Ghanaians living in Scotland and the Scottish people, through the organisation and promotion of various events for this purpose. 'The promotion of citizenship amongst Ghanaians living in Scotland through the provision of support and training aimed at increasing their employability opportunities, as well as their knowledge of the Scottish Legal System. . The relief of poverty amongst Ghanaians living in Scotland who are in financial difficulty or any other disadvantage, by reason of age, ill-health or disability through the provision of financial support. .The promotion of racial harmony in Scotland between both Ghanaians living in Scotland and the people within their adopted communities through the provision of structures intended to encourage dialogue and integration between the two groups.

Geography

Main operating location

Glasgow City

Geographical spread

More than one local authority area in Scotland

Finances

Nearby

• The Occasional Cabaret Ltd 0.1 mi
• Scottish Rape Crisis Alliance 0.1 mi
• Glasgow Clincarthill Church of Scotland 0.2 mi
• The Jimmy Johnstone Charitable Trust 0.2 mi
• Queenz Sounds 0.1 mi

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