
Mind Body & Soul Health Day 2025
Mind, Body and Soul Health Day
Come and join us for the second leg of our project. Descendants’ Mind, Body and Soul Health Day is a free, vibrant celebration of wellness, culture, and community in the heart of Acton and Ealing. Rooted in African and Caribbean heritage, the event brings people together through yoga, health checks, mental health support, crafting, fitness, and nutritious food, empowering local families and friends to live well and thrive.
In partnership with the NHS and Council, it plays a vital role in addressing health disparities, sharing essential health information, promoting wellbeing, and honouring a proud collective legacy.

Windrush – A Legacy in Healthcare
Part 1 of our health awareness event was a virtual gathering hosted by Descendants on Friday 20th June 2025. We celebrated the rich heritage and profound contributions of African-Caribbean NHS professionals supported by West London NHS Trust.
The event united generations through personal storytelling and cultural reflection. The “Ask the Elders” panel offered wisdom from healthcare pioneers who shared lifestyle practices and guidance rooted in resilience and community care.
Alongside honouring the past, the event illuminated present-day healthcare disparities that continue to affect African-Caribbean communities from access gaps in preventative care to underrepresentation in clinical leadership. A poignant highlight was the journey of a young aspiring medic, who shared their pathway into the medical profession and the pivotal role of mentorship, encouragement, and cultural pride.
This intergenerational exchange empowered attendees with insight, inspiration, and a collective call to action for a more inclusive and equitable health system.


Diabetes Health and Wellness Coaching | West London NHS Trust
Diabetes in North West London | Know Diabetes
Ealing Smokefree Service | West London NHS Trust
Ealing RISE - London | Change Grow Live
Ealing Talking Therapies | West London NHS Trust
Wellbeing & Recovery College | West London NHS Trust
Mind - Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow
Heartlink Ealing - Heart Support Group - British Heart Foundation
Culturally Adapted Eatwell Guide
Macmillan Cancer Support | The UK's leading cancer care charity
