NKS - Networking Key Services

NKS - Networking Key Services Our role is to make South Asian women active citizens living

The primary aim of NKS is to alleviate deprivation and isolation experienced by South Asian women and their families living in Edinburgh and to promote positive health and well-being among them.

🌟 Celebrating South Asian Heritage | 3 September 2026 🌟It was a great pleasure for NKS to attend the Fanindra Nath Bose,...
07/09/2026

🌟 Celebrating South Asian Heritage | 3 September 2026 🌟

It was a great pleasure for NKS to attend the Fanindra Nath Bose, ARSA Memorial Project funding event at Paterson’s Land, University of Edinburgh.

The F.N. Bose short film was screened, alongside the exhibition board and portrait created by NKS as part of Legends of South Asian Heritage in Scotland, celebrating his remarkable life, work and contribution to Scotland.

Naina Minhas, Director of NKS, also shared an insightful speech, helping bring Bose’s story and legacy to life.

It was wonderful to see this important part of South Asian heritage recognised, remembered and shared with a wider audience. 💜

💜 Autism Awareness at NKS | 2 September 2026 💜We were delighted to welcome Sofia from Scottish Ethnic Minority Autistics...
07/09/2026

💜 Autism Awareness at NKS | 2 September 2026 💜

We were delighted to welcome Sofia from Scottish Ethnic Minority Autistics back to our Ladies Group for her second community training session on autism.

The ladies learned about sensory differences, including the three lesser-known senses: proprioception, interoception and vestibular sense, as well as health conditions linked to autism such as fibromyalgia, PMDD, POTS, endometriosis and connective tissue conditions.

The session also encouraged reflection on how our brains work and how South Asian social and cultural norms can sometimes create additional challenges for autistic people.

Sofia’s explanations in Urdu made the session simple, relatable and accessible to everyone. 🌸

We look forward to welcoming Sofia back for our next session! 💜

🌸 Dementia Awareness Session 🌸Yesterday, NKS Dementia Project Coordinator Samina Mohammad delivered an informative demen...
02/09/2026

🌸 Dementia Awareness Session 🌸
Yesterday, NKS Dementia Project Coordinator Samina Mohammad delivered an informative dementia awareness session to the Clovenstone Aona Women’s Group at Clovenstone Community Centre.

The discussion covered dementia, common signs and symptoms, early diagnosis and how to support someone living with dementia. The attendees were highly engaged, asking thoughtful questions and sharing their concerns and experiences, which led to a meaningful and open discussion.

The session was warmly received, with the ladies finding the information valuable and helpful. A positive and enjoyable session, ending with a lovely round of applause! 👏💜

🌸 NKS Bengali Women’s Group – Health & Wellbeing Session 🌸On 31 August 2026, our NKS Bengali Women’s Group enjoyed a fun...
02/09/2026

🌸 NKS Bengali Women’s Group – Health & Wellbeing Session 🌸
On 31 August 2026, our NKS Bengali Women’s Group enjoyed a fun and informative session delivered by Caremark Edinburgh. 💜

The women thoroughly enjoyed games and quizzes focused on long-term health conditions and wellbeing, creating a relaxed, interactive space to learn, share, and connect. 🧠✨

A big thank you to Caremark Edinburgh for sharing valuable information about their friendly home-care services, which support people to feel safe, comfortable, and independent at home. Their services include dementia care, live-in care and overnight care.

💗 Learning • Connecting • Empowering

🌸 Yesterday’s Indian Mixed Group – Thursday Session 🌸We had a wonderful and informative Dementia Awareness Talk delivere...
21/08/2026

🌸 Yesterday’s Indian Mixed Group – Thursday Session 🌸
We had a wonderful and informative Dementia Awareness Talk delivered by Rana Shams and Samina Mohammad, followed by a fun quiz and Dementia Bingo! 🧠🎉
It was a highly interactive, engaging and enjoyable session, with everyone getting involved and sharing their thoughts. 😊💜
Thank you to everyone who joined and made the session so special! 🌸

🎭 NKS First Ever Stage Play – A Brilliant Fringe Performance! 🌍On 19.08.2026, NKS proudly presented its first-ever stage...
21/08/2026

🎭 NKS First Ever Stage Play – A Brilliant Fringe Performance! 🌍

On 19.08.2026, NKS proudly presented its first-ever stage play at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival – and what a success! 👏✨

We’re excited to share a snippet from this brilliant performance, which used humour, storytelling and a South Asian family setting to deliver a powerful message about food waste and climate change. 🌱♻️

💡 A powerful reminder that small changes in our everyday lives can make a big difference to our planet.
A fantastic show, a brilliant performance and an important message! ❤️🌍

Supporting Couple Carers 💜On 18 August, our Bengali Group at NKS welcomed Stella from the University of Edinburgh for an...
20/08/2026

Supporting Couple Carers 💜

On 18 August, our Bengali Group at NKS welcomed Stella from the University of Edinburgh for an important research discussion on couple carers.

The session explored the challenges faced when both partners provide care for each other, the impact on their physical and emotional wellbeing, and how early prevention and support can help reduce further deterioration in both partners’ health.

A valuable opportunity to share experiences, raise awareness and explore ways to better support couple carers in our community. 🌿

🧠💜 Learning, Laughing & Connecting at NKS! 🎉Yesterday, we welcomed Natasha and Judy from Caremark Edinburgh to our Healt...
11/08/2026

🧠💜 Learning, Laughing & Connecting at NKS! 🎉
Yesterday, we welcomed Natasha and Judy from Caremark Edinburgh to our Health & Wellbeing and Breaking the Silence groups at NKS for a wonderful and engaging session.

They shared helpful information about the different types and stages of dementia, recognising signs, supporting someone living with dementia, and the positive role of music and community support. 🎶💜

Our lovely users took part in a fun Dementia Quiz and Dementia Bingo, creating plenty of smiles, laughter, and opportunities to learn together in a relaxed and friendly environment. 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to Natasha and Fiona for spending time with our groups and making dementia awareness accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful. Together, we’re learning, sharing, and supporting each other every step of the way! 💜🤝

🧠💜 Dementia Awareness Session at Iqra Mosque 💜Yesterday, we had a wonderful dementia awareness session with Nila Joshi a...
11/08/2026

🧠💜 Dementia Awareness Session at Iqra Mosque 💜

Yesterday, we had a wonderful dementia awareness session with Nila Joshi and her group at Iqra Mosque. We explored what dementia is, the different types, and how it can affect individuals and their daily lives. We also discussed early signs to look out for and practical changes that can help people live safely, independently, and with dignity.

The session was a great opportunity to raise awareness, encourage open conversations, and support people in coming forward and accessing the help available.

A heartfelt thank you to Nila Joshi and her wonderful group for the opportunity and for creating such a welcoming space. Together, we can learn, understand, and build a more dementia-friendly and supportive community. 🌿💜

✨ Celebrating Stories, Memories, and Community ✨Members of the NKS Saturday Group are proud to be part of The Colour of ...
06/08/2026

✨ Celebrating Stories, Memories, and Community ✨
Members of the NKS Saturday Group are proud to be part of The Colour of the Past, a powerful creative writing exhibition at the Writers' Museum, Edinburgh.

Developed through a collaborative project between NKS, Mwamba, and Sikh Sanjog, the exhibition shares the personal memories and lived experiences of women from Black and Asian communities, offering a unique glimpse into the stories that have helped shape modern Scotland.

Earlier this year, participants took part in a creative writing workshop led by Devika Ponnambalam, a Community Heritage Leadership Trainee at Museums and Galleries Edinburgh, where they explored their memories and transformed them into meaningful pieces of writing. The exhibition officially launched on 30 July, celebrating the voices, heritage, and resilience of the women who took part.
📍 The Writers' Museum
🕙 Open daily: 10:00am – 5:00pm (last entry 4:30pm)
🎟️ Free admission
We encourage you to stop by and experience this inspiring exhibition celebrating culture, identity, and the power of storytelling.

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