Rooted in community. Built on compassion.
SalamaNet C.I.C is a community interest company established to address the growing challenges of digital poverty, social isolation, health inequalities, and inadequate family support systems affecting individuals and families across communities in Leeds and surrounding areas.
Why SalamaNet exists
Across many communities, particularly within Black African and ethnically diverse populations, families affected by chronic illnesses — especially sickle cell anaemia — neurodiversity, disability, and caring responsibilities often experience systemic barriers when attempting to access healthcare, emotional support, educational guidance, and digital inclusion opportunities.
These barriers are compounded by digital exclusion, social isolation, and a lack of culturally responsive services that truly understand and reflect the communities they aim to serve. The result is a cycle of disadvantage that affects not just individuals, but entire families and communities.
SalamaNet was established as a direct, community-rooted response to these interconnected challenges — providing the support, resources, and connections that too many people are currently unable to access.
The organisation has a particular focus on supporting Black African and ethnically diverse communities who may experience additional barriers to accessing support, services, and opportunities — while remaining open and accessible to all.
SalamaNet C.I.C — Founding Statement
What we believe and what we do
Our Vision
A world where all individuals and families have access to the support, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive — and all communities receive equitable, compassionate, culturally responsive, and informed support.
Our Mission
SalamaNet C.I.C exists to provide culturally responsive, community-led, and action-oriented support services that improve wellbeing, resilience, digital inclusion, and quality of life for individuals and families.
The organisation has a particular focus on Black African and ethnically diverse communities who may face additional barriers to support, while remaining open and accessible to all individuals who may benefit from its services.
Six pillars guiding our work
Our objectives reflect the interconnected nature of the challenges we address — each one reinforcing the others to create lasting, meaningful change.
Digital Inclusion
Provide digital literacy training, device access, and online safety education to digitally excluded individuals and families, reducing digital poverty and vulnerability.
Health Equity
Raise awareness of health inequalities that disproportionately affect Black African and ethnically diverse communities and other underserved groups, and provide culturally responsive health support.
Family & Carer Support
Offer practical guidance, emotional support, and signposting for families and carers navigating chronic illness, neurodiversity, and caring responsibilities.
Community Resilience
Build social cohesion and reduce isolation by creating safe, inclusive community spaces and peer support networks.
Youth Empowerment
Equip young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate the digital world safely and participate fully in society.
Advocacy & Awareness
Advocate for the rights and needs of underserved communities, raising awareness of systemic barriers and working to influence positive change.
The principles that guide everything we do
Culturally Responsive
Recognising and respecting the diverse cultural backgrounds of the communities we serve.
Community-Led
Shaped by the lived experiences and voices of the people we work with.
Inclusive & Accessible
Open to all, with no barriers to accessing our support and services.
Compassionate
Approaching every interaction with empathy, dignity, and genuine care.
Action-Oriented
Moving beyond awareness to deliver tangible, meaningful change.
Collaborative
Working in partnership with communities, organisations, and statutory bodies.
Ready to find out how we can help?
Whether you're looking for support, want to get involved, or simply want to learn more about our work — we'd love to hear from you.