My Basic Needs
Our Vision
Vision Statement:
Our Mission
Mission Statement:
Core Values
Our work is guided by strong principles that shape everything we do and how we serve communities.
1. Compassion
We believe every person deserves care, kindness, and support. We serve vulnerable individuals with empathy and understanding.
2. Dignity
We are committed to restoring dignity by ensuring people have access to basic needs such as food, clothing, education, and opportunities for a better future.
3. Empowerment
We believe in equipping people with skills, training, and opportunities that help them become independent and self-sufficient.
4. Community
We believe that lasting change happens when communities come together to support one another.
5. Integrity
We operate with transparency, accountability, and honesty in all our work and partnerships.
6. Hope
We believe that even in difficult circumstances, hope can be restored through support, opportunity, and collective action.
Founder's Story
The journey of this organisation began with one woman’s determination to make a difference.
In 2010, the founder began helping vulnerable people in her community in the United Kingdom using her own resources. Witnessing poverty, homelessness, and social exclusion around her, she felt compelled to act rather than look away.
She started by providing food to homeless individuals and supporting people who were struggling to survive, including undocumented migrants and others facing difficult living conditions.
As a salon owner, she also used her business as a place of opportunity. Young people who were at risk of being drawn into street life were welcomed into the salon where they could learn practical skills, gain mentorship, and develop confidence that could help them build a better future.
What We Do
Our work focuses on addressing immediate needs while creating pathways for long-term stability and independence.
