Our Services

We offer a wide array of programs and initiatives that cater to the unique needs and challenges faced by our community members, made possible thanks to support from various funding programs.

  • Photo of a regular lunch club service

    ESEACC Luncheon Club

    First launched in 1985, the Luncheon Club has been bringing a taste of home and comfort to the diaspora in Hackney for over four decades, and counting.

    The Luncheon Club now runs every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Mondays, meals are served by the plate, while Wednesdays and Fridays feature shared table dining.

    Click below to follow the Luncheon Club on Instagram, where we post our weekly menus.

    To reserve your spot, book your spot online or WhatsApp us at +44 7955 834748.

    Explore Luncheon Club
  • An information session provided by Together We Rise staffs, photo taken by Nandal Seo

    Together We Rise

    We recognise that ESEA women over pension age in the UK may face unique challenges that affect their ability to claim the vital financial support they need. Our new initiative, ESEA Women: Together We Rise, funded by Independent Age, aims to improve the financial wellbeing of older ESEA women and strengthen their confidence in navigating the UK welfare entitlement system.

    Learn More

  • Hate Crime Support

    We have noticed a rise in Asian hate crimes amid the pandemic, as the outbreak of COVID-19 saw a rise in discrimination towards East and Southeast Asian communities within the UK.

    Your safety and well-being are important to us. We offer a free helpline for victims of racism and hate within East and Southeast Asian communities. Reporting incidents helps us understand and map them, and enables authorities to prevent them from occurring.

    We are an On Your Side consortium partner offering dedicated support for ESEA victims of racism and/or other hate forms, funded by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.  To access On Your Side, click on the button below or call free on 0808 801 0393.

    On Your Side

  • Welcome Hong Kongers Support

    We are evolving into a community and resource centre for East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) communities, with a strong presence of Hong Kongers. We are currently applying for funding to support a new initiative focused on helping Hong Kongers settling in the UK under the BNO visa route. Please stay tuned for updates.

    Coming Soon

In addition to the services made possible by our generous funders, the ESEA Community Centre also offers free services run by our volunteers. You can book an appointment with them or try walking in — though availability is not always guaranteed.

Free Volunteer-Run Services at the Centre

IT Support Service

  • Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday,

    9AM — 6PM

  • Our IT support service is provided by our volunteer Xiao Da (曉達). The service is available every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and is here to help with any issues related to electronic devices, whether it’s a phone, tablet, or computer. It is especially designed to support our older community members.

    Xiao Da can assist in Mandarin, English, and basic Cantonese.

Legal Advice Service

  • Every Monday

    9AM — 12:30PM

    15 mins / session

  • Our legal advice service is offered by our volunteer, David, who can assist in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. This service provides general legal guidance only.

    Please note that this is a volunteer-led service and does not replace professional legal advice. For urgent or complex matters, we strongly recommend seeking support from a qualified legal professional.

Vietnamese Support Service

  • Every Monday - Thảo

    11AM — 5PM

    Every Thursday - Lily

    11AM — 3PM

  • Our Vietnamese support service is offered by our volunteer, Liliane and Thảo. This general support service is designed for Vietnamese community members with limited English proficiency.

    Lily and Thảo can assist with a range of everyday matters, including booking healthcare appointments, interpreting letters, making phone calls, and more.