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http://www.activecommunities.org.uk/news 26-10-2011 08:00:50
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A fantastic day to bring together the first cohort of Southwark Change Makers! By partnering with place-based funders, United St Saviour's we aim to empower these Change Makers to create impact within their communities. We’re proud to support such a diverse group of individuals.


We took our award-winning #MyEnds groups to parliament to talk about the impact of a community-led approach to tackling violence. Thanks to Helen Hayes 💙🌹 and Miatta Fahnbulleh for hosting us and for being such strong advocates of our public health approach. 📽️youtube.com/watch?v=ebnirJ…


Our Director Shinead highlighted the amazing work of #MyEnds Southwark along with colleagues from across London, partnering with grassroots orgs tackling youth violence locally We are Grateful to Miatta Fahnbulleh & Helen Hayes 💙🌹 for hosting & supporting this vital work. UK Parliament


Thank you Miatta Fahnbulleh, for supporting this vital work. All of us Active Communities Network and our partners are elevated to continue our efforts working together with you and Southwark Council to tackle youth violence.




We would like to send our Congratulations to our Trustee Professor Claire Alexander from Uni Manchester Sociology @uomsociology.bsky.social on receiving the Distinguished Service to British Sociology Award.




We know investing in mentoring is a powerful way to combat youth violence. We continue to offer guidance, support & positive role models, our youth workers & coaches help young people find hope & purpose beyond conflict. London's Violence Reduction Unit Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan Miatta Fahnbulleh Lib Peck #youthworkmatters

Pioneering trust-based grassroots funding, the Southwark Changemakers Programme empowers residents to tackle local issues with small grants. Backed by United St Saviour's supports up to 30 groups focusing on underfunded communities. Find out more here activecommunities.org.uk/southwark-chan…


Thank you to our guest panelists, Cllr Natasha Ennin, William Houngbo 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 & Ambrose Omoma for sharing their journeys at our Civic Leadership programme last night. Representation in civic duties is crucial for driving change in our diverse communities. Southwark Council #Representation



What's your order? 📋 My Life My Say has launched a national youth consultation with Department for Culture, Media and Sport @iwill_movement Savanta UK to ensure that young people’s voices are at the heart of shaping a new National Youth Strategy. #WhatsYourOrder #DeliverYou iwill.org.uk/NYS-Deliver-Yo…


Empowering Women & Girls programme funded by BelfastHarbour , an intergenerational approach to inspire women & girls to share their journey’s for life long learning. #womenofstrength #EVAWG #inspirational Aspire2Achieve (Bespoke Services) Ltd Ledley Hall Boys and Girls Club Trust Ltd.


In 6 years, we have invested in 400,000 positive opportunities. With Sadiq Khan's support, we can see the impact ✨prevention✨ is having on tackling violence by investing in young people and communities. Watch to find out why we believe violence is preventable, not inevitable.

So many young people, families & communities are affected by the devastating impact of knife crime. Raising awareness is vital. Active Communities Network we stand with this campaign & remain committed to educating & reducing the harm caused by this deadly weapon. #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek #MyEnds

