Pachedu

About

During 2024–2025, Pachedu delivered a comprehensive programme of culturally appropriate health, wellbeing, youth and community development activities across Renfrewshire and surrounding areas. Our work reached 2,646 people, addressing loneliness, mental health inequalities, cultural exclusion, skills gaps, and barriers faced by ethnic minority children, young people, adults, and families. Many diverse ethnic communities continue to experience: ?Social isolation and loneliness ?Mental health stigma and limited access to support ?Cultural exclusion among children and young people ?Barriers to skills development and employment ?Health inequalities, including higher risks linked to smoking and vaping Pachedu responds by providing trusted, culturally sensitive and safe spaces where people can build confidence, skills, wellbeing and a sense of belonging. What we delivered ?Mental health awareness workshops (online & in-person) ?Social sports activities, family fun days.

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