Episode 45: Comedy and Coffee with Usman Khalid
In this episode, we sit down with comedian and entrepreneur Usman Khalid.
Usman shares his remarkable life story - from growing up in Pakistan to navigating life in the UK without papers. He shares his harrowing experience in a UK detention centre and the systemic mistreatment he faced.
Usman goes on to tell us about founding Haven Coffee, a social enterprise that supports refugee communities across the UK. We also dive into his life in comedy and the creation of Laff-Uccino, a hugely popular stand-up night spotlighting incredible talent from refugee and migrant backgrounds.
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About
Usman Khalid is the visionary director of HAVEN Coffee Limited, a purpose-driven coffee brand dedicated to creating positive social impact through every cup. Under his leadership, HAVEN Coffee has grown into a vibrant community hub that not only serves ethically sourced, high-quality coffee but also champions refugee empowerment and cultural inclusion. With a passion for social entrepreneurship and a commitment to change, Usman continues to steer HAVEN Coffee as a platform where coffee meets community, creativity, and cause.
As part of their work they run Laff-Uccino, a comedy gig with comedians from refugee and migrant backgrounds.
Visit their website: www.havencoffee.co.uk
Sign up for the next Laff-Uccino show: https://bigpennysocial.co.uk/whats-on/laff-ucino-shappi-khorsandi