Anah Project at the Carnival of Cultures

On Saturday 14 June, Anah Project took part in the Carnival of Cultures held in Centenary Square. The event, part of the Windrush 77 celebrations and Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture programme, brought communities together to recognise and celebrate the lasting contributions of the Windrush generation and their descendants.

The term Windrush generation refers to people from Caribbean countries who were invited to the UK between 1948 and the early 1970s to help rebuild post-war Britain. Many faced racism, discrimination, and insecure immigration status despite their contributions. Windrush 76 marked 76 years since the arrival of the Empire Windrush ship in 1948, and the Carnival of Cultures was held to celebrate the cultural legacy and ongoing contributions of Caribbean communities and their descendants.

The day featured live performances, food stalls, family activities, and a large turnout from across the region. It was a high-energy, public celebration centred on Caribbean culture, but also open to the wider multicultural identity of the area.

Our presence at the event was focused on community outreach and awareness-raising. We hosted a stall offering information about our support services for women, particularly Black and minoritised women, who have experienced domestic or sexual abuse. Team members were available to speak to attendees, distribute leaflets, and explain how to access help.

We engaged with a wide range of people throughout the day. Some had never heard of Anah Project before; others recognised our name and wanted to find out more about what we do. While the event was not themed around abuse or safeguarding, it provided a valuable opportunity to connect with individuals and families in an informal, welcoming environment.

Events like the Carnival of Cultures are important for organisations like ours. They allow us to be present within the communities we support—not only in times of crisis, but also in moments of celebration. This visibility helps break down stigma, build trust, and ensure that people know where to turn if and when they need support.

We would like to thank the event organisers for including us and creating space for community-focused organisations to participate. We also thank everyone who took the time to stop by, ask questions, and take materials.

If you were at the event and would like more information about our services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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