The Mayor's charities

Cllr Sayani has chosen to support EQuIP and RoSA as her Mayoral charities.

EQuIP, the Equality and Inclusion Partnership, is a charity working across Warwickshire to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. For over a decade, it has provided support, advice, and training to individuals and organisations throughout the county.

Previously known as the Warwickshire Race Equality Partnership, EQuIP adopted its current name in 2017 to reflect an expanded mission: supporting all individuals who experience discrimination. Its overarching goal is to challenge and eliminate discrimination in all its forms, helping to build a fairer and more inclusive society.

For more information on EQuIP, visit www.equipequality.org.uk 

RoSA is a leading charity established to provide confidential services for survivors of rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse throughout Warwickshire and surrounding areas.

Founded in 1991 by local volunteers, RoSA was created to provide independent support for survivors of rape, sexual violence, and abuse in the Rugby area. From the outset, it took an inclusive approach - supporting all survivors, including men and partners - at a time when many services did not.

By 1993, RoSA had become a registered charity, and in 1997 National Lottery funding enabled it to establish a base in Rugby town centre, expand services, and train more counsellors. Today, RoSA is a well-established, specialist organisation offering holistic support across Warwickshire. It remains committed to its founding values while delivering professional, ethical services in line with recognised counselling standards.

For more information on RoSA, visit www.rosasupport.org 

The Mayor is also partnering with and will be highlighting the work of:

The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) 
An overarching network of development organisations dedicated to improving the quality of life of those in need, mainly in Asia and Africa, irrespective of their origin, faith or gender. Through a multifaceted development approach, AKDN works to help communities and individuals become self-reliant.

The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF)
A leading global development organisation tackling the root causes of poverty and improving quality of life in vulnerable communities. Renowned for their work on pluralism 

Gambling with Lives  
A charity founded by families bereaved by gambling-related harm, offering support, raising awareness of the devastating impacts of gambling disorder and campaigning for meaningful change.

I AM IChronic CIC
A disabled and autistic-led organisation empowering chronically ill, disabled and neurodivergent individuals through advocacy, education, and community connection, while reducing isolation, increasing understanding and promoting a more inclusive society for both individuals and the wider community.