Bradford Stronger Communities Together is funding 13 major projects across Bradford district under the new 'Innovation Fund'.

The groups, ranging from English language training to schools swapping pupils from different ethnic groups, have been selected for their efforts towards community cohesion and educational and employment opportunities.

Culture collective, Global Bradford, was one of the successful bids alongside Bradford East People Together who will help women of African descent living in isolation enjoy arts and crafts under MITAMBO. Another family event will be held at MAPA, the arts and cultural centre in West Bowling this Saturday (September 21),12pm till 3pm - enjoy a free bouncy castle, facepainting, a barbecue and a number of interesting stalls.