Luminary Bakery

Luminary provides training, employment and community to some of the most disadvantaged women in London. The term ‘multiple disadvantage’ recognises that many people do not experience just one type of disadvantage but a combination of social & economic disadvantages, which intersect and drive a cycle of deprivation. We work holistically with women for 2 years, offering a safe space to train, trauma-informed support as they overcome barriers from lack of opportunity and social exclusion, preparation for employment, and guidance in building towards a positive future. By investing in and releasing them to realise their dreams - through training, employment and community - we aim to break cycles of poverty, violence & disadvantage once and for all by reducing marginalisation and increasing opportunities. As many women are mums, meeting their needs has a knock on effect on the children as their family’s finances improve, aspirations are raised and children have access to wider community.