An Eid celebration in the heart of Manningham saw young girls share creativity and knowledge for life.
The Millan Centre brought together girls of different ages for an Eid party with a difference.
The centre marked the beginning of strong connections between some of the area’s most vulnerable young citizens and worked closely with parents who were initially nervous about the event.
The girls created mendi patterns, tucked into food from My Lahore, played games and designed Eid cards.
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But there was another reason behind the event - education on some of the biggest issues impacting young people.
This included talks on anti-bullying, preventing radicalisation and grooming, signs of mental ill health and seeking support.
Saliha Sadiq, vice chair at the Millan Centre, said: “We’re encouraging different age groups to work together and emotionally support each other.
“Staff put a lot of hard work into preparing the Eid party and encouraging the parents to allow their daughter to attend. This shows how important it is to work very closely and to communicate with parents as much as you can.”
One of the young girls who attended the party said: “I have never been allowed to attend parties but I am so happy that I came.”
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