Empowering Women & Girls — Across Borders
A women-led organisation empowering and linking BAME communities and migrants — fostering mental well-being, sexual and reproductive health rights, violence prevention, and justice, through culturally sensitive initiatives.
Barriers to Safety 2026
A research-informed national conference examining the underreporting of gender-based violence in migrant communities. Over two days, Barriers to Safety brings migrant communities and institutions together to break down the barriers to reporting SGBV — including FGM, sexual violence and domestic violence — through honest dialogue, research and cultural celebration.
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“Women are the real architects of society.”
Fantanka is a women-led organisation that actively engages, promotes mental well-being, and empowers women, girls and young individuals — with a greater focus on African-Caribbean heritage — through culturally sensitive initiatives. Our commitment extends to supporting victims and holding perpetrators accountable, for a world free from Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.
Empowering
Building confidence, skills and leadership.
Building Resilience
Supporting mental wellbeing, healing and strength.
Connecting
Bringing people together for stronger communities.
What We Do
Working across Scotland with African, Black, migrant and minoritised communities — with a focus on women, girls and young people.
Preventing Gender-Based Violence
FGM, sexual violence, domestic abuse, and positive masculinity.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Healing and resilience through trauma-informed approaches.
Sexual & Reproductive Health & Rights
Culturally responsive education, information and access.
Community Empowerment
Dialogue, skills and leadership for lasting change.
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Updates from across the movement.
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The Fantanka Podcast
Conversations on gender, justice, health, and the Gambian experience at home and abroad — featuring the voices driving change.
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Your support from abroad funds safe spaces, education, and advocacy on the ground in The Gambia. Every contribution carries our shared mission forward.
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