United African Association (UAA)

  • Northampton, United Kingdom
  • 07932519532
  • info@uaassociation.org
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SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES THROUGH INCLUSION,  WELLBEING, CULTURE AND OPPORTUNITY

UAA is a Northampton-based charity working to improve lives, strengthen communities and celebrate African heritage

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OUR SERVICES
COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Foodbank, foodlarder, community lunches, welcoming spaces, welfare services

HEALTH & WELLBEING

Wellbeing sessions, mental health support, health awareness projects

YOUTH & SPORTS

Football league, ladies swimming, walking, aerobics, youth activities and sports development 

CULTURE & HERITAGE

African drumming, African heritage

SKILLS & EMPLOYMENT

African drumming, African heritage

RECYCLING & ENVIRONMENT

Befriending allotment project

FEATURED PROJECTS

FOOD SUPPORT PROJECT

Foodbank, food larder, community lunches, warm spaces – providing food for those facing hardship 

WELLBEING ACTIVITIES

Provision of safe, welcoming spaces where people can improve their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing

WELFARE SERVICES

Support, advocacy, advise and signposting for a range of issues and concerns including domestic abuse, immigration, housing, debt

HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY COHESION

Celebrating African culture, history and traditions through community events, heritage projects and intergenerational activities

LATEST NEWS
Frank Mba presented with a Rose of the Shires award
Frank Mba was presented with a Rose of the Shires award at an awards ceremony organised by Northamptonshire Community Foundation on 5th June, 2026 for his outstanding charity work with UAA
🧠💬 Intersecting Voices – A Powerful Community Conversation 💬🧠
Yesterday (05/06/26), members of UAA attended an inspiring event at Mind called Intersecting Voices, which explored the connections between mental health, neurodivergence, identity, and lived experience within Global Ethnic Majority communities.We heard insightful presentations from:🔹
🌱🌿 UAA Allotment Update 🌿🌱
Yesterday (05/06/26), we returned to the UAA allotment after a two-week break due to other commitments. On arrival, we quickly realised that nature had been busy and there was a lot of weeding to do!A
Volunteers’ Week
It's volunteers' week. Our charity relies on volunteers for a variety of assistance. Below some of our volunteers who have made an outstanding contribution to our charity within the last year.Cooking - Eunice, Mary O,
Africa Day Celebration
Africa Celebration Day On Saturday (23rd May), we celebrated Africa Day together, and it was wonderful to see so many people from different backgrounds coming together for a day of culture, learning and community spirit.We
🌙🤝 Multifaith Eid Dinner 2026 – Bringing Communities Together 🤝🌙
Yesterday (2nd June 2026), UAA had the pleasure of attending the Multifaith Eid Dinner organised by the International Bangladeshi MasterChef (IBM) and supported by Northamptonshire Police.It was a wonderful evening that brought together people from
UAA Indoor Family Activity Summary
UAA Indoor Family Activity Summary On 17/05/2026, the United African Association (UAA) hosted a successful indoor family activity event that brought together over 40 participants, including parents, young people, families, and friends from the community.
Another Great Day at the Allotment
Another Great Day at the Allotment Yesterday (14/05/26), we had another great day at the allotment. I am really enjoying these sessions. We come together, do a bit of work such as planting, weeding, and

What We Do @ West Northamptonshire

Most of the families we support have “No Recourse to Public Funding” (NRPF). 

Through our food bank project we are able to support them with fresh and cooked meals. This brings a lot of smiles to the faces of many families.

We partner with other organisations in various humanitarian projects to help families through giving food vouchers, and winter clothing vouchers in West Northamptonshire.

We extend our hands of love to families, give them hope and make them feel welcomed in the society.

Activities
Monday
  • 11am – 4pm: Welcoming spaces at office
  • Community support, drop-in at the office
  • 7– 8:30pm:Wellbeing sessions online (via Zoom) in the evenings(they are monthly)
Tuesday
  • 11am – 4pm: Welcoming spaces at office
  • Community support, drop-in at the office
  • 10:30am – 11:30am:Ladies swimming sessions at Mounts Swimming Baths (£3.25)
Wednesday
  • 11am – 4pm: Welcoming spaces at office
  • Community support, drop-in at the office
  • Employment support project (IT sessions, CV writing, interview skills)
Thursday
  • 11am – 4pm: Welcoming spaces at office
  • Community support, drop-in at the office
  • 2pm – 4pm: Community allotment at St David's allotment
  • 6:30pm – 9pm (fortnightly): African Drumming / African Cultural Project
Friday
  • 11am – 4pm:Welcoming spaces to work and use computers (free)
  • Community support – drop-in at the office
  • 11am – 1pm: IT Session at the office
Saturday
  • 11 – 12:30:Weekly Foodbank
  • 1:30 – 3pm: Community meal at Leicester Street
  • 3 – 5pm: Football at the Racecourse (behind Leicester Street)
  • Indoor community club – games, socialising, music (PM)
OUR PARTNERS

We are grateful to our amazing partners who make this event possible. Their support helps us create a meaningful impact!