MILTON KEYNES 852 CIC

Milton Keynes 852 CIC is a community interest company dedicated to supporting the Hong Kong BN(O) diaspora settling in the Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire area. Our work focuses on fostering social connections, promoting wellbeing, and facilitating integration into local communities. Throughout the financial years 2023/24 and 2024/25, the company’s activities have benefited the community in the following ways:

Over 2500 Hong Kong BN(O) status holders and their families have participated in our community events, which include cultural celebrations, wellbeing workshops, and skill-building sessions, creating valuable opportunities for social connection and mutual support.
Our mental health and wellness events, such as relaxation and self-care workshops, have directly supported the emotional and physical wellbeing of more than 30 participants, including families and elderly community members.
Through active collaboration with local authorities and voluntary organizations, we have improved access to essential public services for the BN(O) community by distributing information resources and organizing sessions with representatives from councils and health services.
Our engagement efforts have helped bridge cultural divides by celebrating Hong Kong heritage through events that also welcome local residents, thereby promoting social integration and cultural understanding within the wider Milton Keynes community.

Milton Keynes 852 CIC continues to serve as a vital support network for Hong Kong BN(O)s, helping them to establish roots, access resources, and build a thriving, connected community in their new home.

The stakeholders of Milton Keynes 852 CIC include the Hong Kong BN(O) community members residing in the Milton Keynes area, local voluntary organizations and service providers, partner councils such as Buckinghamshire Council, and the wider local community who participate in or benefit from our events and activities.

To ensure our activities meet the needs of these stakeholders, we regularly consult through multiple channels:

We engage directly with BN(O) community members at our events and through digital platforms such as social media pages, where participants can provide feedback and suggestions.
We hold regular informal discussions with partner organizations and local authorities to align our efforts with wider community services and to share information about emerging needs.
Volunteers and staff are encouraged to gather and report insights from interactions with community members, ensuring grassroots perspectives are incorporated into our planning.

In response to stakeholder feedback, we have:

Increased the number of family-oriented and wellness activities, reflecting community interest in intergenerational engagement and mental health support.
Incorporated more opportunities for informal networking and business support, following requests for practical help with employment and entrepreneurship.

Through ongoing consultation, Milton Keynes 852 CIC strives to remain responsive and relevant, continually adapting to the evolving needs of our stakeholders.

The aggregate amount of emoluments paid to or receivable by directors in respect of qualifying services was £4,710. There were no other transactions or arrangements in connection with the remuneration of the directors, or compensation for the director's loss of office, which require to be disclosed.