Dostiyo Asian Women & Girls Organisation

Dostiyo is a voluntary organisation run by and for Asian women and men and is governed by a signed Constitution. Over the past 40 years Dostiyo has become established as a service provider predominantly for Asian women in Northamptonshire and is gradually expanding both in number of workers and services provided.

The organisation has provided services to local Asian women and communities offering support and advice on a wide range of issues. It actively works towards enabling full participation of Asian women and men in social activities and overcome cultural, religious, physical and social barriers. It addresses the needs of local Asian women and girls in a relaxed and friendly manner in a sensitive, confidential and safe environment.

Dostiyo offers comprehensive overview of the needs for service development for Asian Communities and promoting access to services, transcending racial, religious, linguistic and cultural issues since 1979. Dostiyo also serves as an infrastructure development agency for Asian communities by supporting to set up Self Help groups managed by Volunteers, Constitution, gain charity status etc within Northampton and Wellingborough including Zindgani Asian Men’s Group. Sakhi Milaap Ladies Group, Milaap Group Wellingborough, Saheli Group.

Working to overcome barriers Asian men and women face in their daily lives, Dostiyo provides them with opportunities for self-development, build their confidence and capacity and most importantly, help them on the path of self-help.