# Event Details - **Event Name**: AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Health Knowledge is our collective power: A day of inspiring talks & hands-on workshops. AMBERfest will leave you empowered!About this EventWelcome to AMBERfest 2026!Tickets include refreshments, vegetarian and vegan lunch and workshops.All event information and FAQs can be found on our Health Knowledge is Our Collective PowerFor too long, cultural taboos and systemic gaps have left South Asian women to navigate their health in silence. This year, AMBERFest 2026 is breaking that silence. We are coming together to bridge the gap between medical expertise and our community’s needs.A Space for Every Woman, at Every StageWhether you are a young woman starting your journey, a mother helping her children navigate their first cycles, or an elder moving through the wisdom of menopause—this event is built for you. We are tackling the vital issues that impact us all: •Periods • Sexual Health • Fertility • Breast Cancer • Urinary Tract Infections • MenopauseMeet Our Trailblazing SpeakersWe are honoured to host four powerhouses who are redefining healthcare for our community, offering both professional expertise and lived experience:Neelam Heera-Shergill | . A grassroots champion dedicated to dismantling barriers in menstrual, mental, and maternal health. Neelam will share her experience in breaking through the stigma.Dr. Rageshri Dhairyawan | Author of " Doctor, Researcher & Activist. Addressing silencing: How can we amplify unheard voices? Followed by discussion panel. This session includes a vital discussion on healthcare disparities and sexual health taboos, teaching us how to use collective activism to ensure our voices are heard.Dr. Raghavan Vidya | Consultant Breast Surgeon & Pioneer. A world-renowned expert and Honorary Secretary of the ABS. Dr. Vidya brings high-level clinical insight into breast health, and shares why Asian women should take notice.Sahir Ahmed Evans | Women's Health Speaker, Educator, Advocate Founder of SAE Empower Coaching. Health is Wealth: Rebuilding Strength, Identity and Leadership. Sahir shares her journey from severe Endometriosis, several collapses, hysterectomy and surgical Menopause to renewed strength, confidence and leadership in midlife.Together we Talk PodsYou will be split into smaller groups and rotate along the workshops representing health across our pillars. The workshops will give you the opportunity to engage in dynamic and meaningful discussions in smaller groups. Please select which pod you would like to attend in your registration form. Capacities are limited so you might not get your first choice.Pod 1: How we talk to our children about health and relationshipsPod 2: Together we talk menopausePod 3: Together we talk about urinary tract infectionsPod 4: Coping strategies in managing stressBeyond the Stage: An Interactive Toolkit for LifeThis isn’t just a series of lectures; it is a day of transformation and community activism.Protect Our Health: Gain medical facts and practical steps to take control of your wellbeing.Share Our Wisdom: Learn how to support the next generation of girls and boys so they grow up informed and empowered.Interactive Workshops: Dedicated time for open discussion, questions, and hands-on learning in a safe, supportive space.If we don’t share the word, who will?Health information is a right, not a privilege. However, many women in our community remain unheard because they lack access to these vital conversations.We are asking you to help be the bridge. Please share this invitation with your mothers, daughters, sisters, and neighbours—especially those who may not usually have access to this level of expertise."We are coming together not just for ourselves, but to ensure no Asian woman is left behind. Together, we move from being unheard to being unstoppable."What to Expect:All refreshments, lunch and workshops are including in price of the ticket. There will be a quiet room available for prayer.10:30 - Registration & networkingStart your day by meeting and getting to know your fellow attendees.11:00 - Welcome from the AMBER Team: meaningful conversationsAMBER’s founders will share the work to date and the inspiring aims of the community, including opportunity for meaningful conversations.11:30 - Neelam Heera-Shergill | : Sharam, Superstition and Survival: South Asian Health Conversations11.50 - Dr. Rageshri Dhairyawan | Author of " & Activist: Addressing silencing: How can we amplify unheard voices?12:30 - Lunch13:30 - Together we Talk pods- select pod in your registration form14.00 - Dr. Raghavan Vidya : Breast Health for Asian Women14.30 - Together we Talk pods - select pod in your registration form15.00 - Sahir Ahmed Evans: Health is Wealth: Rebuilding Strength, Identity and Leadership.15.30 - Break15.45 - Next steps for AMBER and Reflections As we wrap up, we’ll reflect on the day’s conversations and set the course for future actions and collaborations.16.30 - Close.Let’s come together to make a difference! #Togetherwecan #AMBERfest2026.Follow us on Instagram: Please tell us if you are no longer able to attendPlease let us know if you have registered but can then no longer attend. No-shows and last-minute cancellations can lead to food waste and unnecessarily contribute to carbon emissions. Do get in touch with us if you can no longer attend.Date StatementWhen you register for the meeting, your personal data will be collected by AMBERcommunity.net . The purpose of collecting these data, including names, email addresses and additional information, is to facilitate organisation of AMBERfest on the 27th June 2026. If at any point you would like this information to be removed, please support@ambercommunity.net.https://youtube.com/shorts/L3ggWfkQmBc?feature=share - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/birmingham/amberfest-2026-community-connection-courage-and-change/100001988622774250 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, workshops, meetups, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Connect Event Space, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7AP - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 55, max: 55, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Birmingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Connect Event Space, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7AP - **lat**: 52.4831079 - **long**: -1.8861689 - **full address**: Connect Event Space, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7AP, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/ba1ab8fa731597faa33fdbec76607448eeeee5f149e97e508fb60fd0419e70f3-rimg-w1200-h600-dca1a6ab-gmir.jpg?v=1778441620 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change being held? - **A:** AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Connect Event Space, Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7AP, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change? - **A:** AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change is organized by AMBER. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** AMBERfest 2026: Community connection, courage and change is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Birmingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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