Supporting the Mental Health of Men from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Communities Across the UK
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Welcome to Yang Seli
YANG SELI is a registered UK charity (No. 1213488) focused on improving the
mental wellbeing of men from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities aged 16 to
45. Through peer-led support, retreats, online forums and stigma-free conversations, we help men reconnect with themselves and their communities.
Why It Matters
Mental health inequalities continue to disproportionately affect people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities in the UK.
National evidence shows that:
- Black people are significantly more likely than White people to be detained under the Mental Health Act
- Men from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are less likely to access early mental health support through primary care
- Cultural stigma, lack of trust in services, and limited access to culturally appropriate support can delay help-seeking until people reach crisis point
These inequalities are not inevitable. YANG SELI works to address them through early
intervention, peer support, education and community-led approaches that place lived
experience and trust at the centre of mental health support.
Helping each other makes our world better
What We Offer
We work with individuals, families, and communities to
Raise awareness of mental health and learning disabilities
Reduce stigma within BME communities
Provide information, advice, and signposting
Deliver peer support online and in person
Create safe spaces for shared lived experiences
Who We Help
Our primary focus is on:
- Men aged 16–45 from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities across the UK
- Including those with or without a formal mental health diagnosis
- Individuals experiencing mental health challenges or seeking to maintain positive wellbeing
