Green Hand Network
Building Greener, Stronger Communities
At Mustafia Sharif, we are dedicated to creating greener, healthier, and more inclusive communities. Through plantation projects, biodiversity enhancement, and the development of accessible community spaces, we work to promote environmental sustainability, tackle climate change locally, and improve mental wellbeing. Our projects support disadvantaged and underrepresented groups, particularly in urban areas with limited access to green environments.
Community Green Space Projects
We transform underused spaces into vibrant community gardens and orchards. With support from the Manchester Airport Community Trust Fund, we revitalised Crowcroft Park’s former Bowling Green into a thriving Community Orchards Garden with collaboration of Pakistani Community Space. This project encourages environmental awareness, strengthens neighbourhood connections, and provides a calming green escape for residents.
We also proudly collaborate with Sow the City and local organisations to extend these initiatives to other parts of Greater Manchester.
Community Conversations: Learning & Growing Together
In partnership with the University of Manchester’s MICRA – School of Social Sciences, we participated in the Community Conversations Pilot — a powerful exchange of ideas between academics and grassroots organisations. Discussions on green spaces, student engagement, and mental wellbeing highlighted how community and academia can come together to build better futures. A visit to the Botanical Gardens during the workshop reminded us why environmental care and human connection must go hand in hand.
Collaboration is at the Heart of Our Work
From local councils to academic institutions, and from grassroots organisations to community members, collaboration is central to everything we do. Whether it’s planting trees, creating safe outdoor spaces, or hosting community workshops, we believe shared efforts lead to shared success. Our partnerships reflect our commitment to working across sectors and cultures for a healthier, more connected world.