We’re a community-led CIC bringing people together to build a greener, healthier, more connected Birmingham. Join the movement.
Birmingham is a city of immense energy, diversity and potential. BCEH exists to provide the tools, resources and support that help communities turn ideas into action.
To empower the people of Birmingham to build a more prosperous, cohesive and sustainable city.
A Birmingham where every individual can shape their future and contribute to a thriving community.
Each programme tackles a different challenge, while reinforcing the others to create lasting community impact.
Turning neglected spaces into thriving community gardens.
We transform underused urban land into vibrant, community-owned green havens. From pocket parks to community orchards, these spaces improve biodiversity, support mental wellbeing, and bring neighbours together.
Get involved: Volunteer at a gardening day | Adopt a plot | Attend a wellbeing workshop
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Bridging the gap between young people and Birmingham’s growing industries.
We provide practical, sector-specific training in digital skills, green tech and creative media — alongside wraparound support like travel bursaries, mentoring and employer connections.
Get involved: Sign up for a course | Become a mentor | Partner as an employer
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Celebrating diversity as our greatest strength.
From Living Library storytelling events to cultural supper clubs and the annual We Are Brum festival, we create meaningful interactions that build understanding, reduce isolation and forge a shared identity.
Get involved: Share your story | Host a supper club | Join a dialogue workshop
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Making active travel safe, accessible and preferred.
Our community bike library, adult cycle confidence classes and led rides help residents choose walking, cycling and public transport — improving health, reducing congestion and cleaning our air.
Get involved: Borrow a bike | Take a confidence class | Join a led ride
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Building a city where mental wellbeing is everyone’s business.
We train Community Mental Health Champions, facilitate peer support circles and deliver awareness campaigns that destigmatise mental health conversations and encourage earlier support.
Get involved: Train as a Mental Health First Aider | Join a support circle | Access resources
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You don’t need to be an expert or have deep pockets to make a difference.
From gardening to mentoring and event support — your time changes lives.
Sign up to volunteer →Every pound supports local, mission-driven work through our community interest model.
Make a donation →Bring your business, organisation or expertise alongside us as a strategic partner.
Become a partner →Follow us, share our work and tell one neighbour about what we’re building.
Follow BCEH →From gardening days to peer support circles and community launch events, BCEH activities are designed to bring people together in practical and welcoming ways.
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