Mission Statement
CareStart is a policy, research and charitable organisation. We use our expertise to support wider society, with a special focus on ethnic minority and Muslim communities, by taking a culturally-sensitive approach to mental health, rehabilitation and social mobility. We aim to help break any stigmas through policy and research, practical support and educational sessions.
Our values
Transparency and good ethics are key to the delivery of our services. In addition to this, we take a non-partisan approach to interacting with different UK political parties and a non-sectarian approach when engaging with religious groups. We continuously review our work in line with our aims and objectives to maintain the highest standard of independence, neutrality and integrity.
What we do
- We publish primary and secondary evidence-based research reports and policy briefings pertaining to the key issues surrounding ethnic minority and Muslim mental health, rehabilitation and social mobility.
- Through our research and public consultations, we disseminate key findings to policymakers and practitioners to help influence meaningful change for grassroots initiatives.
- We bridge research and the professional experience of our staff to voluntarily provide educational and welfare support.
- We aim to change some of the discourse around mental health and social mobility in a way that is culturally-sensitive and encourages more people to access voluntary services.
- Through our work we help break some of the stigmas around key social issues to encourage cohesion and the delivery of welfare support of those in need.
- Whilst we are a cultural and faith-sensitive charity, our services are open to people of all diverse backgrounds.