KIKIT Drugs & Alcohol

KIKIT provides culturally sensitive help, advice, support and mentoring for anyone suffering from the effects of drugs and alcohol addiction, dependency or abuse.

Friends or parents may not know a lot about drugs and alcohol. Here are some common questions that KIKIT get asked.

Our research has highlighted that there is a strong culture of denial in minority ethnic communities about drug and alcohol problems and a reluctance to admit to problems because of the shame it might cause.

There are a number of projects available at KIKIT that help parents, young people and the community. Learn more about them here.

In partnership with Change, Grow, Live (CGL) we co-deliver a range of recovery services supporting the most vulnerable in society, particularly those who feel marginalised because of their culture or community, and feel they have nowhere to turn because of these added pressures.

Cultural and faith-based recovery solutions increase the change for those with issues of addiction and their families to live a fulfilling life free from drugs and crime. We use our expertise in cultural dialogue to overcome the challenges of addiction, offering specialist recovery programs that reflect cultural sensitivities.

Why is it important to learn about drugs?

Drugs can be confusing to people who aren’t familiar with them. Learn about the importance of drugs education. 

Street names for drugs

You may come across different names for drugs. Learn more about them here.

Our services include

  • Drug and alcohol recovery programmes
  • Outreach support
  • Peer mentors
  • Training and volunteering
  • Self-help recovery support groups
  • Family and carer support
  • Open access drop-in support

Please contact FRANK for after hours support 0300 1236600

Learn about Drugs & Alcohol with our new KIKIT Learning Platform(Beta)

Contact Information

Call us:

0121 448 3883

Visit us:

153 Stratford Road
Sparkbrook
Birmingham
B11 1AH

Open hours:
  • Mon: 9am – 5pm
  • Tues: 9am – 5pm
  • Wed: 9am – 5pm
  • Thu: 9am – 5pm
  • Fri: 9am – 5pm

Drop-in Centre

Our drop-in centre, at the heart of the community in Sparkbrook, is the focal point for all our activity. Staffed by volunteers and health care professionals, we offer a warm welcome to anyone who is looking for help, advice or support. Just call between 9am and 5pm weekdays. No appointment is necessary.

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Drugs & Alcohol Services

Muslim Recovery Network Programme

A 12-step recovery programme developed especially for Muslims, based on the five pillars of Islam.

Diversity in Recovery Programme

A 6-week programme aimed at the BME community who experience barriers to a successful recovery.

BME Recovery Forum

Where BME service users meet, share ideas and air their views on the city’s treatment service.

Women’s Support Group

Providing women within the community with help and support on addiction issues.

BME Support Group

Offering culturally sensitive help, advice and support to those suffering from drug and alcohol addiction