Care, Community, and Culture ..

We are the Midlands' leading charity providing support and cultural services to the Irish community.
Our aspiration is to be the service of choice for all Irish people seeking advice, support and information.

Get in touch with us ..

Birmingham Irish Association is available on 0121 604 6111

Open Tuesday to Thursday - 10am to 3pm

Monday and Friday:

Although our office is closed to the public on these two days, calls are still being taken by our team.

Consumer Notice: Calls from landlines are typically charged up to 16p per minute . Call costs from mobiles vary according to the calling plan chosen. If you call an 01 / 02 number outside of any inclusive minutes provided, they can cost between 3p and 65p per minute.

A long history of supporting people ..

The Irish Welfare & Information Centre (IWIC) was founded in June 1957. In 2009 IWIC developed a partnership with Birmingham Irish Community Forum (BICF) and combined they were to become what's now known as Birmingham Irish Association.
Read History Here .. St. Patrick’s Parade ..

Help & services with people in mind ..

We impact the lives of thousands of people in Birmingham by providing quality advice & support services.
Birmingham Irish provide contact by telephone, drop in centres, advice sessions and social clubs.

Social Inclusion

We provide opportunities for our clients to take part in varied and stimulating activities and events.

Elders Healthcare

We provide support to older adults who may be suffering from physical and mental health problems.

Culture & Heritage

Alongside others, we encourage and promote Irish culture and heritage events in Birmingham.

Family Support

Providing support to young children & families with issues such as isolation, welfare, debt, and more.

Some of the valuable support skills that our staff & volunteers offer ..

Drop-In & Support
Developing and running drop-in activities and advice sessions.
Local Centre's
Utilising venues across the region for easier client accessibility.
Health & Wellbeing
Working to agreed safeguarding, and health & safety procedures.
Social Activities
Organising stimulating, engaging and safe activities & events.
Meet The Team ..
We have a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, without whom our work would simply not be possible.
Birmingham Irish Staff
"We are committed to developing strong lasting relationships through commitment, communication and honesty"

Birmingham Irish News & Updates ..

BIA staff team supporting John

John Mulry completes the run for our minibus appeal

By Birmingham Irish • August 15, 2025
John had decided to run the Solihull Half Marathon with the aim of any sponsorship helping towards the cost of the repairs and the ongoing maintenance of the vital BIA bus.
Ravinder Gill

Welcome Ravinder Gill to the Birmingham Irish Assoc team

By Birmingham Irish • August 15, 2025
Today we are delighted to introduce our newest staff member to you all. Ravinder Gill is the new Activities and & Wellbeing Worker for Birmingham Irish Association.
John Mulry and BIA's Minibus

John’s run for our minibus

By Birmingham Irish • July 25, 2025
Our minibus driver John Mulry joined the Birmingham Irish Association (BIA) family as an employee in January this year, and is a great asset to the team and especially to the Dementia Centres.
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Birmingham Irish Service Welfare Standards ..

Birmingham Irish provides a free, non-judgemental and confidential service to all communities in and around Birmingham. We aim to provide the best possible service and work in partnership with others to achieve the best outcome for our clients.
Quality Care Ethical
✓ Trust ✓ Considerate ✓ Equality
✓ Accuracy ✓ Consistent ✓ Empathy
✓ Support ✓ Professional ✓ Safety
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Birmingham Irish Association is one of 1,000's of organisations that have been awarded accreditation for their workforce leadership, support and development, as well as delivering effective services and/or products.