Diya South Asian Group
The Diya Peer Support Group in Harrow provides a safe space for South Asian community members to connect, share experiences, and improve their mental well-being.
What is DIYA Peer Support Group?
Diya welcomes individuals from the South Asian community, embracing diverse languages, cultures, and religions. Whether you speak Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Urdu, Punjabi, or any other language, and regardless of your faith—Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, or any other belief—Diya offers a supportive environment for all.
At Diya, we celebrate these differences, creating a hub for unity, respect, and shared growth.
Who Can Join?
This peer support group is open to South Asian community members in Harrow experiencing mental health challenges.
📅 When? Last Thursday of each month
📍 Where? Harrow Baptist Church (Central Harrow)
💰 Cost? Free!
What Does the Diya Peer Support Group Offer?
Diya provides:
✅ A safe space to share experiences and participate in well-being activities
✅ 2 hour mental health and well-being workshops
✅ Support that addresses cultural barriers such as mental health stigma, isolation, and loneliness
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Join us for our next sessions from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm:
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March 27th, 2025
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April 24th, 2025
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May 29th, 2025
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June 26th, 2025
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July 31st, 2025
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August 28th, 202
Activities at Diya!
🔹 Member-led activities – Yoga, Arts & Crafts, Cultural Events
🔹 Professionally-led sessions – Talking Therapies & mental health discussions
🔹 Excursions & outdoor activities – Picnics, trips, and community outings
🔹 Well-being workshops – Self-love, compassion, and mindfulness
The Diya Peer Support Group is shaped by its members—individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges or those supporting a loved one. Their voices help guide the sessions to ensure they remain meaningful and impactful.
Find Out More & Get Involved
💙 For more details, email Faizah Khan (DIYA Project Coordinator) at f.khan@mindinharrow.org.uk
🔗 Learn more about culturally specific mental health services at Mind in Harrow here.
🌐 External resource: Find out more about the peer support resources for mental health on Mind UK’s website.
