Our Participants

Engaging women and supporting them into work, through programmes and research

Welcome to our Case Studies page, where we showcase the journeys of the women we’ve supported through our programmes at Belina GRoW CIC.

Sangeeta Rebuilds Her Confidence and Skills for a Return to Work

After a ten-year career break to raise her family, Sangeeta is preparing to return to employment with renewed confidence thanks to the support of Grow. Originally from India, Sangeeta relocated to the UK after getting married. Although she had previously worked as a Technical Associate, she had been out of the workplace for a decade…
Vishnupriya Finds a Route Back into Finance Through Volunteering

When Vishnupriya moved to the UK from India with her husband and two sons, she was eager to rebuild her career. With an MBA in Finance and a 13-year career break, she knew returning to work would not be easy. Thanks to support from Grow Adviser Iryna and an opportunity she discovered at the Kingston…
Harpreet Builds New Skills and New Hope Through Grow

Harpreet, who lives in Hillingdon, joined the Grow programme after moving to the UK from India. With support from Grow, she has completed courses including Canva and Project Management, 30 hours NHS volunteering at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and is now applying for NHS positions while continuing to receive tailored support through Grow. Harpreet said:…
Kelly Finds a New Direction in Healthcare Through Volunteering

After a difficult year that included homelessness, temporary accommodation and a serious accident, Kelly is now taking positive steps towards a career in healthcare after completing 30 hours of volunteering with Imperial Health Charity at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington. Kelly first came across Grow through a conversation at a local food bank, where one…
More Than 270 Women Build Confidence, Skills and New Opportunities Through Grow Digital

More than 270 women across Leicester have developed new digital skills, explored Artificial Intelligence (AI) and gained confidence in using technology through the Grow Digital AI for Women programme, delivered by Grow and funded through AKG UK’s Community Investment Fund. Working alongside trusted community organisations including Shama Women’s Centre, Peepul Centre, APANPAN CIC, Wesley Hall…
How Grow Digital Changed Fathima’s View of AI

When Fathima joined the Grow Digital AI workshops in Leicester, she wasn’t sure what to expect. Delivered by Grow and funded through AKG UK’s Community Investment Fund, the programme was designed to help women build confidence in using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and understand how digital tools can support everyday life, learning and employment. The workshops…