BCDP has changed its name to CORE
We have changed our name to CORE.
CORE stands for Community Organisation for Race Equality.
We have moved to:
Community Organisation for Race Equality
G 4-5 Inchgarvie Court
Ferry Road Drive
Edinburgh
EH4 4DA
Telephone 0131 467 7990
Fax 0131 467 7991
Health Research Report 2009
The Black Community Development Project (BCDP) and Pilton Community Health Project (PCHP) worked with a group of people from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) community in Greater Pilton in 2008 to explore:
• what participants felt affected their health
• the community’s experience of health related services.
To view the full report or the executive summary click on the headings below:
Health Report 2009 (940 KB file)
New Minority Ethnic Mum's Support Group
New group for mum's with children under the age of 5 years old.
Come and meet other mum's with children under 5.
Learn and share experiences.
Take time out for yourself.
Take part in activities that interest you.
All in a safe and supportive environment.
Your children will be looked after by qualified workers in a large spacious creche. Great opportunity for your kids to interact with other children.
Refreshments available.
Day:Every Friday
Frequency: Weekly
Time: 9:30am to 11:30am
Advice & Support for Minority Ethnic Children & Young People
BCDP has a new advice and support service for Black & Minority Ethnic children and young people 5-18 years old living in North Edinburgh.
The service can be accessed by children and young people themselves or by referral from a parent/carer, teacher or youth worker.
Our Advice Worker Zaki El-Salahi can help with:
- Bullying.
- Problems at school.
- Problems in your neighbourhood.
- Racism and Prejudice.
- Knowing what your rights are.
- Need information.
English Language Courses
BCDP can help you access English language classes in your area. Classes are free and child care for participants who require it may be available. To find out more contact Adil on 0131 467 7990.