A ESEACC Initiative, funded by Independent Age
Together We Rise
Together We Rise is a service programme initiated by ESEACC and funded by Independent Age.
Recognising the unique barriers faced by women of East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) heritage, Together We Rise supports older ESEA women in navigating financial hardship in later life. The programme offers one-to-one advice sessions, translated information booklets and resources, as well as both in-person and online workshops and information sessions.
On this page, you’ll find a range of helpful resources.
You can also follow Together We Rise on Instagram to stay up to date with our latest workshops and activities.
Our Project Officers
Bik Yu Lian 連璧如
(he/they)
Bik Yu offers support in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Since joining the project in August 2025, Bik Yu has been steadily building knowledge of the UK welfare entitlement system, particularly in areas related to pensioner entitlements, working-age entitlements, and housing support for pension-age adults.
Jacqueline Cheung
(she/her)
Bik Yu offers support in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Since joining the project in August 2025, Bik Yu has been steadily building knowledge of the UK welfare entitlement system, particularly in areas related to pensioner entitlements, working-age entitlements, and housing support for pension-age adults.
Resources
Keep Them Warm - Winter Care Guide for younger people to support their parents and grandparents.
Volunteer with us
We’re always on the lookout for younger ESEA individuals to join us as volunteers. If you speak any languages from the East and Southeast Asian regions, or if you have ideas to help us better reach your community, we’d love to hear from you!
Fill in the form below to get started.