Knowledge • Connection • Support
A journey ofempowerment andself-efficacy
Bridging the gap between what exists and what people can truly access
Connecting you to guidance, community care, and practical tools
Chizuk UK / Est. 1996
Chizuk is a community-led health and wellbeing charity.
It brings together lived experience, professional knowledge and community insight to bridge the gap between what's available and what communities actually need. We create sustainable, forward-thinking approaches that put people at the heart of their own wellbeing and growth.
How Chizuk works
Three connected ways of creating change.
Information and education
Trusted resources and learning opportunities.
Professional outreach
Working with health professionals and institutions to build cultural awareness.
Targeted initiatives
Developing practical responses when a real gap is identified and existing pathways are not enough.
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Latest resources
Early Bonds
29 Jul 2026Baby Wearing Library
Babywearing promotes responsive parenting and offers a safe way to keep your baby close to you! Learn about safe and hip-healthy babywearing. Best of all, our new Babywearing Library can now help you find the perfect carrier that works for you!View the resource02Articles
5 Mar 2026The Diabolo Dilemma
A small plastic toy suddenly becomes the must-have for every child. For parents, it can feel like yet another craze, another expense and another battle. But perhaps the diabolo is also an invitation to look at play — and at what children may be gaining from it — in a slightly different light.Read the articleFrom Chizuk
Latest News and Updates
Join us in shaping our future
Chizuk is planning a brand new series of group therapy. We would like to hear from YOU! Which topics would you like to see covered? Which groups would you want to be involved in? Is group therapy a viable option in a community which likes to keep things private? Answer these questions, and more, in our upcoming session.
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02Wellbeing previewWalking together for wellbeing and connection
An example community story about gentle movement, conversation and meeting new people.
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03People previewCelebrating the people who give their time
A sample thank-you update recognising volunteers and the care they bring to local families.
Read update04Early Bonds previewPractical sleep guidance for growing families
An example programme update covering calm routines, reassurance and realistic support for parents.
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Our story
30 years of service, renewed for today.
Established in 1996, Chizuk has a long history of responding to community needs, targeting mental health stigma and pioneering the first bespoke mental health practitioner training specifically for the Jewish community. Its rejuvenation from 2024 builds on that legacy through education, outreach and community-led innovation.
Discover our storyCommunity Partners
Funders and Supporters
“Our Wednesday night sessions at Tottenham Powerleague represent more than just a game—they’ve created a culture where fitness integrates with friendship. Football is the hook, but the real win is the community we’ve built, providing a safe space for Jewish men to connect, recharge, and reinforce positive mental, physical and social wellbeing.
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Lloyd Boateng — Director of Born4Sport