ABOUT PWA, Slough
In the 2011 Census, the Pakistani community at 24,869 was the largest ethnic minority group in Slough representing 17.74% of the population. A community that has faced many hardships across almost five generations in Slough.It is well documented that a community’s identity is multifaceted. The Pakistani community that has made Slough its home has played an important role in the social, economic, environmental and political life of Slough’s rich fabric. As an organisation, PWA has endured, developed and grown despite reduced funding opportunities and the impact of austerity on both it’s community and as an organisation. The long term objectives of PWA are to:
- To share purpose and communicate Pakistan Welfare Association to Pakistani and wider community.
- To provide online membership and payment
- To provide information about events activities
- To be able to recieve donations and funding through one off and regular subscriptions
- To be able to book Nadra appointments and hall bookings online
- To provide information about Trustees and executive committee
- To provide information about constitition and elections
-PWA Slough-
Going Above And Beyond For The Community
The Pakistan Welfare Association (PWA) is one of Slough’s longest established community organisations. It was first associated with and supported by Slough Borough Council as long ago as 1962. PWA has survived as an organisation for over 57 years, despite the many challenges it has faced, this bears testimony to its resilience and durability, more importantly, it reflects the value it has provided at various times for the Pakistani community.
OUR MISSION & VISION
Mission
To develop a vibrant, happy community filled with respect, compassion and confidence, where aspirations are realised and friendships thrive. We aim to enable a range of social, welfare, educational, training, development and health activities to take place at the Centre which responds to the needs of local people.
Vision
We aim to promote community togetherness and personal fulfilment by providing a safe and welcoming environment where people can meet and participate in social and physical activities; support groups; volunteering and learning, with the aim of enhancing overall community spirit.
PWA Slough Constitution
1-Adoption of the constitution
The association and its property will be administered and managed in accordance with the provisions in Parts 1
and 2 of this constitution and Schedule 1 – Members rules
2- Name
The association’s name is
Pakistan Welfare Association Slough
(and in this document, it is called the charity).
Our Board
Abdul Sattar
President
Mohammed Khurshid
General Secretary
Zafar Ullah Khan Satti
Treasurer
Shaida Akbar
Information Secretary
Contact : 07861261768
Margaret Chirekeni
Senior Volunteer
Muhammed Shabbir
Services we offer to our Community
NADRA Services
At PWA we have a fully functional NADRA Setup, where you can access any standard NADRA Service, whether it’s a new NICOP or renewal of an existing ID.
PHC Services
In order to facilitate our community and to save their time, at Pakistan welfare authority we are offering thorough help & support on PHC matters,
Food Distribution
At PWA our Coronavirus Response Team has taken the initiative and kickstarted a relief food distribution campaign with the help & support of our generous donors.
Community Initiatives
At PWA we have successfully initiated many community initiatives whether its raising awareness on any local or global issue or helping any particular section.
Legal Advice
If you have a situation, we are unsure of your legal rights or your legal standing, feel free to contact us and our team of legal experts will be happy to advice you.
Charitable Initiatives
Over the years, PWA has raised funds not for many projects such as feeding elderly people and arranging food during Covid are few of our success stories.
Cultural Events
We have successfully held many cultural events over the years such as Pakistan Day Celebrations, Eid Milan Party, Meena Bazaar, Pothwari Poetry Events etc.
Advice & Support
We do offer help, guidance & support on broad range of matters whether it’s to do with local councils, government bodies or some financial institutions.
President's Message
I am very pleased to inform you all that the PWA has managed to raise enough funds to complete the purchase of our community centre at 50 Darvills Lane, Chalvey, Slough, for £622,700 on 10th May 2019.This was a very long process, as when we took over we were told that the asking price was £330,000 for a 99 year leasehold, but the Cabinet disagreed due to a lack of proof of funding, and so the asking price increased to over £800,000 for a freehold.In the last three years, PWA has embarked on a community campaign to raise enough funds to purchase the community centre it rented from Slough Borough Council for over 15 years. This secured a permanent home and delivered on savings in rental costs.
Our priority groups:
- Young people - to develop their self esteem and confidence, education opportunities, peer support, mental health and addiction help and support.
- Women - social inclusion, health advice, economic activity, women empowerment, education opportunities.
- Elderly - eradicating loneliness, social inclusion, improving self esteem, health advice, lunch clubs.
Projects
Our Financiers
- Abdul Sattar (Vice President of the PWA) £200,000
- Ashiq Ali (Chalvey Supermarket) £100,000
- Abdul Rauf Ajram (Stoke Poges) £50,000 (Paid Back 10,000 , Balance=40,000)
- Khurram Saba (Saba B&B) £50,000 (Paid Back £50,000 , Balance=0)
- Mohammed Shabbir Raja (President of the PWA) £10,000
- Mohammed Khurshid (General Secretary of the PWA) £10,000 (Paid Back , Balance=0)
- Atiq Sandhu (Ambala Sweet Centre) £10,000
- Majid Butt £10,000 (Paid Back , Balance=0)
Upcoming Events
Nadra Services
We provide vast range of Nadra Services at our Center on a regular basis here is the list of services we provide :
- NICOP Registration
- NICOP Renewal
- Pakistan Origin Card
- Child Registration Certificate
- Family Registration Certificate
- Document Attestation
- Marriage Certificate
Become a Member
Our Funders
We can’t be thankful enough. Your donations and heartfelt giving have been the driving force to keep this centre aflot.