Supporting Since 2022

Empowering Refugee and Migrant Communities Since 2022

BRAMA TRUST is a UK-based charity founded by a group of proactive Ukrainians and British volunteers, many of whom have lived in the United Kingdom for years. Since February 2022, we have been a vital source of support for Ukrainian refugees, migrants and displaced families, offering practical help with settlement, English language learning, community integration and access to local services

Supportive Community for Integration

Welcoming Ukrainians to a New Beginning

With approximately 350 Ukrainians arriving—primarily women and children—BRAMA recognises their unique needs and actively supports their integration by cultivating a warm and inclusive environment.

BRAMA TRUST became a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in August 2023, supporting our community, including refugees, asylum seekers and disaster survivors with tailored resources and support.

We won the Education Service Award at the Community Inspiration Awards 2026, recognising its work in helping refugee and migrant communities in the UK to learn English and build a new life.

BRAMA TRUST was also named a winner of the Breaking Down Barriers Award, presented by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council and selected from more than 250 nominees, in recognition of its work in building an inclusive, supportive and connected community in Solihull.

Inclusion for New Communities

Help People, Our Main Goals

Our mission is to promote social inclusion for individuals facing social and economic challenges due to war, natural, or humanitarian disasters by providing:

English & Job

We are dedicated to helping you master the English language for both personal and professional purposes. Our tailored language programmes provide you with the skills necessary to navigate various social situations and communicate effectively in the workplace, empowering you to interact confidently in your new environment.

Cultural exchange

We also organise events aimed at cultural exchange helping better adaptation into the United Kingdom. Our events include language clubs, workshops, cultural events and social gatherings where you can make new friends and learn more about British traditions. We strive to create a friendly atmosphere where everyone can feel part of the community and receive support in addressing various issues related to living in a new country.

Welcome Hubs

We have welcome hubs where we provide a friendly environment, designed to offer a space for meetings, learning and interaction. Here you can participate in training sessions, seminars and other events aimed at supporting your adaptation and development.

Community trips

We organise group trips to the main attractions of the United Kingdom to provide a deeper understanding of our culture, which significantly improves adaptation to life here. These excursions allow participants to visit historical and cultural landmarks, understand British traditions and customs and enjoy the beauty of our country in the company of like-minded people.

Wellbeing

We consider all the aforementioned extremely important, but what about mental health? It is the foundation of every person's well-being and we pay special attention to it. The people who seek our help have experienced much grief and hardship, so we have organised art therapy to help restore their mental health after difficult trials.

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How We Started

In the wake of the Russian invasion, four Ukrainian students in the UK find themselves stranded without parental support. These young individuals face immense emotional distress, constant worry for their loved ones, and the struggle to meet their basic needs. To address their dire situation, we have launched a fundraising campaign to provide essential resources and emotional support.

Arts Against War

Birmingham exhibition tells people's stories.

The Birmingham exhibition delves into the human side of the war in Ukraine, sharing poignant stories of individuals affected by the conflict. Through personal accounts, photographs, and artefacts, the exhibit offers a moving portrayal of resilience, loss, and hope amidst adversity.

I want to express my heartfelt thanks to our teacher Alevtyna for her dedicated support during the six-month English course, including online classes. Her engaging and practical methods made learning enjoyable and the excellent textbook made it easier to understand. This course has significantly improved my English skills. I'm deeply grateful for its organisation.

– Steve

Since coming to the UK, I have been fortunate to meet many wonderful people and experience many amazing things, including teachers, church volunteers and classmates. I feel incredibly lucky and grateful to have met all of you. Thank you so much!

– Tommy

I am very grateful to the church for organising this English course, which offers new immigrants like me the opportunity to learn the language upon arriving in the UK. This support is invaluable for those of us not yet proficient in English.

– Natalya Volkova

Thank you Shirley Baptist Church for organising the English class. The textbooks, with their accompanying videos allow for easy review at any time. Special thanks to teacher Alevtyna for her dedicated teaching, helping us review and learn new things and greatly benefiting from it.

– Hydi

Thank you so much to everyone who organised this English course for us, especially our two lovely and sincere teachers, Alevtyna and Tetiana. We all had a wonderful time learning a new language. The lessons have helped us start our new life in the UK. I am very grateful for the friends I have made from different countries.
Thank you for every smiling face I met!

– Chui King

Thank you for creating a warm and friendly atmosphere during a difficult and important stage of our lives! Many thanks to the organisers and teachers. Special thanks for the textbooks and systematic teaching.

– Natalya Rybalkо

I want to thank Kathleen and her assistants, Caroline and Martin, as well as our Ukrainian translators, for a wonderful, interesting and fun trip. It was delightful to experience the atmosphere of England and connect with both Ukrainians and our English friends. See you soon!

– Galina

The trip to London was fantastic. Thank you so much Kathleen and your friends for dedicating your time to us. The atmosphere was wonderful! You gave us hours of happiness and a sea of positivity, allowing us to touch the hearts of England. It's incredible when a child says 'Kathleen, this is the best day of my life'.

– Victoria

Dear Kathleen, thank you so much for our wonderful trip to the Cotswolds!

– Natalya

Thank you so much for providing this English course. Special thanks to Alevtyna and Tetiana. It has not only helped me learn English, but also allowed me to meet new friends.
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– Tina

I am so pleased to have attended the English course and Zoom classes! My English has improved significantly. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Alevtyna and Tetiana for their excellent teaching. Thank you to everyone for your support and help!

– Jessy

From Welcome Group to Lifeline

Solutions to Help People

Empowering Refugee and Migrant Communities Since 2022

Welcoming Ukrainians to a New Beginning

Support Those in Need

Inclusion for New Communities