Legacy project
An AUF Centre for Youth & Community Excellence.
A permanent home in Birmingham — a place for meetings, mentorship, culture and celebration that outlasts any single generation of leadership.
Why Birmingham needs it
The West Midlands is home to a large and growing Anambra population. While hired venues serve our immediate needs, they cannot host the weekly rhythm of mentoring, cultural transmission and civic activity that a thriving community requires. A dedicated centre changes what is possible.
Community benefits
- • A permanent meeting home for AUF and its wings.
- • Weekly space for YES! mentoring and workshops.
- • Cultural transmission — language, music, tradition.
- • Support hub for new arrivals and families.
- • A civic asset serving the wider Birmingham community.
The journey
- Stage 1
Vision
Publish the vision and consult with members and community stakeholders.
- Stage 2
Feasibility
Identify potential sites in Birmingham and assess options with professional advisors.
- Stage 3
Fundraising
Launch a structured fundraising campaign with clear milestones and transparent reporting.
- Stage 4
Acquisition
Secure a permanent home for AUF.
- Stage 5
Delivery
Fit-out, programme design and public opening.
Frequently asked
+When will the centre open?
The project is at its vision stage. We are actively developing the fundraising strategy and community consultation.
+How will it be funded?
Through member contributions, community fundraising, grants and, in time, strategic partnerships.
+Who will it serve?
Members of AUF, the Anambra community and the wider Birmingham public through cultural, youth and community programmes.
+Will it be professionally governed?
Yes. The centre will operate under AUF's constitution with a dedicated project board and independent oversight.
Partner with us in building a lasting home.
Councils, charities, funders and community members — we welcome conversations at every stage of this journey.
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