Welcome to our Case Studies page, where we showcase the journeys of the women we’ve supported through our programmes at Belina GRoW CIC.
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Shirin’s Steps to Self-Employment
Mother of one Shirin came to the GRoW Your Own Business Workshop at the Shama Women’s Centre in Leicester, looking for information and advice to help her follow her dreams to develop her beauty business, Jamilla’s Beauty, so that she can better work around her family. Shirin said; “I want and need to work but…
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Zainab’s Journey From Entrepreneur to Aspiring Business Analyst
Zainab came to the UK from Nigeria 3 years ago to pursue a Masters Degree in International Management. Having successfully run her own fashion business back home, life took a new turn for Zainab after completing her degree and welcoming her fourth child two years ago. Recognising the need for a change and seeking new…
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Belina GRoW CIC and Leicester Employment Hub Work in Partnership to Empower Women in Leicester
As part of our ongoing commitment to empower women in Leicester, Belina GRoW CIC has partnered with Leicester City Council’s Employment Hub. This collaboration seeks to enhance access to support, training, and employment opportunities for women in the city. The Leicestershire Employment Hub, established in 2018, is an ESF-funded project aimed at providing free and…
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Laura Lands Two Jobs in Leicester
Leicester mum, Laura, came to GRoW looking for support to find a job after a 4-year gap. With a new found confidence and motivation Laura found two part-time jobs and is feeling positive about the future. Laura said “I hadn’t worked since having my son 4 years ago. I had been looking for jobs but…
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Hillingdon Bridge Project
Belina GRoW Community Interest Company has just started a new project in Hillingdon (Hillingdon Bridge Project) which is funded by the Heathrow Community Trust, Communities Fund. Our Head of Research, Laura Dewar talked to Saeema Yusuf, who will be delivering the Project, about her approach and how the mothers will be supported over the next…
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Zoiya Goes from GRoW Team Participant to GRoW Team Member in Leicester
Mother of three Zoiya is a recent addition to the GRoW Team in Leicester and a symbol of inspiration for many mothers in the community. Having completed the GRoW Programme, Zoiya is now committed to supporting other mothers in Leicester, drawing from her rich background as a Functional Skills English and Maths Teacher. Additionally, she…
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