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ENGAGE, EDUCATE AND INSPIRE INDIVIDUALS THROUGH DIVERSITY, COHESION AND CITIZENSHIP

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Empowering Minds is a consultancy founded and established by Sofia Mahmood in 2015.

Sofia Mahmood had worked in the Third sector covering Education, Youth, Local and National authority and Government bodies for over 18 years.

She had grown to understand the areas that were strong and the areas that required improvement.

Her knowledge, experience and expertise in this field gave her the tools to open Empowering Minds Consultancy.

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A simple purpose: help organisations and individuals turn theory into practice, including workshops, training, and project management. #ReTweetsNotEndorsements

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Best of luck @AmriaKhatun, so proud of all your achievements. You go girl and represent the north. Fingers crossed 🤞

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@sofiaempowering @horrell_louise @PunnuNeena @WHN_BfdDistrict @DJNoreenKhan @FizAhmed @NewDayStarts @sheraz_shiri @AishaIqbalKhan @MWIPproject It’s about ‘really’ listening, without judgement and allowing that space for a person to be ...

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@sofiaempowering @PunnuNeena @WHN_BfdDistrict @SadafAkhtar_ @DJNoreenKhan @FizAhmed @NewDayStarts @sheraz_shiri @AishaIqbalKhan @MWIPproject As someone who has battled (and still does battle) mental health issues, having someone actually listen is a huge support. And not just to what you're saying, but to listen to what you're not saying as well. If someone needs to talk, please please please listen to them fully ❤❤

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My life is complete

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NAFS special Zumba and Bollywood sessions for all @Active_Bradford @sofiaempowering @bradford_east @ThisGirlCanUK all for getting healthy and happy 💃🏻

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STRANDS

Citizenship

Engaging mainstream and supplementary schools promoting interfaith dialogue, safe space discussions, mutual respect, British Values and personal responsibilities.

Training
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Development

Creating bespoke training packages, tool kits and good practice guides for a broad spectrum of audiences including teaching professionals, social workers, youth work staff and other interested parties.

Diversity
&
Cohesion

Developing tailored integration and intergenerational programmes connecting diverse cultures, identities and communities of interest.

Safeguarding

Specialist in establishing educational resource packs for academic providers, local authorities, Police Forces, faith centers, third sector and other stakeholders covering topics ranging from Prevent, Child Sexual Exploitation, Domestic violence, Forced marriages, Safe relationships, and E-safety.

Research
&
Evaluation

We have experienced teams who can data collect and do research as a service.

We also look to support charities.

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7th August 2016

I first met Sofia whilst I was studying my A-levels. From a young age, I always knew what I wanted...

Aisha’s Story

9th June 2016

To whom it may concern, I write to you regarding Sofia Mahmood and my experience with working with sofia. I...

A few words from Hassan

8th June 2016

It’s early afternoon and I contemplate on how society has changed, the identity of young people particularly young females within...

Do you know me?

22nd May 2018

A SCHEME aimed at helping mothers protect their children against radicalisation and grooming has ended its inaugural year with an...

Mums stand up to radicalisation in new scheme aimed at protecting children and bringing people together

EMPOWERING MINDS CONSULTANCY WAS ESTABLISHED...

TO MEET THE NEEDS OF PROFESSIONALS TO SHARE GOOD PRACTICE ACROSS ALL SECTORS.

An open mind is already able to accept new learning.

Your mind is a very powerful tool and can only be unlocked with the right education.
Where our education comes from is down to what we have been exposed to.
Our mind can empower us rather than not empower us.

Ideologies and misconceptions can create animosity which can only be cleared with facing yourself, education and sharing practice.
We can unlock our mind with the right knowledge, hence the old saying, knowledge is the key.
If knowledge is your key, the mind is your lock. Learning empowers you as knowledge is the life of the mind.

Empowering Minds aims to engage, educate and inspire individuals through new learning and the literal practice of Diversity, Cohesion and Citizenship.

Her knowledge, experience and expertise in this field gave her the tools to open Empowering Minds Consultancy.

SOME OF OUR

PROGRAMMES

22nd May 2018

Islamophobia is growing in the Uk, In November 1997 the Runnymede Trust published Islamophobia: A Challenge for Us All.

Islamophobia

11th June 2016

There is a strong emphasis on individual roles and responsibilities using self-reflection and critical thinking tools. A series of participatory...

Citizenship: Leadership Programme

5th October 2016

Do parents really know what their children are going through? What are their worries and concerns?

Safeguarding- “Parent and Young People Engagement programme to combat Bullying”

14th August 2017

Aim: Training is designed for practitioners within Faith Base institutes to raise awareness in communities and the importance of Safeguarding...

Radicalization and Ideology Training through Safeguarding

14th September 2016

Aim To have a voice, understand how to convey the message in a positive way. Understanding barriers Individuals face within society. To...

Diversity and Cohesion Training: Communicating with Respect

26th September 2016

Aim: Understanding the balance between religion and culture developing successful approaches to exploring cultural difference and the impact on attainment. Provides...

Diversity and Cohesion Training: Understanding the balance between Culture and Religion and its impact on Attainment

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