It's been a busy few weeks for Love North Southwark as we settle into our new home in Cherry Garden Hall. The new location is working well. We've been able to set up the Food Pantry in an attractive (and Covid compliant!) manner with tables, shelving and a deep freezer. Then last week, thanks to the kindness of one particular donor, our glass fridge finally arrived which sparked much joy amongst our volunteer crew. It's now fully stocked and ready for the week ahead. Read more
Peckham Levels are inviting local artists, creators, and makers to pitch their ideas to enrich two spaces on Level 5 and 6. Deadline: 14th April Read more
Book a 30 minute, 1:1 appointment with our Social Action Advisor. Open to people living, working or volunteering in Southwark, looking to be more active in their community. Read more
Join the Southwark CAN and receive updates and information on social action in Southwark, as well as invitations to free training events run by our team and partners around Southwark and London. Read more
Social action is about people coming together to help improve their lives and solve the problems that are important in their communities. It can include volunteering, giving money, community action or simple neighbourly acts.Through the commitment and skill of citizens, social action can empower communities, help people in need, and complement public services. Taking part in social action is also associated with higher levels of wellbeing, and can improve people’s confidence and skills. Browse this page to find ways to get involved, whether that's through our resources or an advice appointment, and read our news and events listings.
In our borough of Southwark, us community activists, leaders, and organisers must build diverse campaigns, inclusive projects, and representative communities. Listen back to the live meeting here. Read more
We want to thank the VCS for their support to Southwark’s vaccination programme and share some highlights with you - (published 29 March). Read more
The Health Inequalities Framework was approved by Southwark Council’s Health and Wellbeing Board in September 2020, Public Health Southwark is seeking your views on action plans for the five priorities - (published 25 March 2021/ updated: 30 March 2021). Read more
ZPB ASSOCIATES really want to make covid vaccination safe and trusted for everyone living in South East London - (Published 24 March). Read more
Invitation to local partnerships to bring forward and co-design innovative high street recovery strategies and proposals - (published 25 March). Read more
Identifying a lack of research into single parent discrimination, the Single Parent Rights’ campaign undertook a piece of research late that year into single parents’ views and experiences of single parent discrimination. Read more
Trust for London have published London’s Poverty Profile, which provides evidence on and insight into poverty and inequality in London - (published 19 March). Read more
This programme has helped more than 2,000 people to start up, build and scale social enterprises, charities, community projects and impact-led organisations - (published 11 March). Read more
International Women’s Day is an annual event dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women across the globe, as well as raise awareness and rally for equality - (published 8 March) Read more
Have your say in whether night flights should continue. Read more
British Land are encouraging locals to share what Canada Water means to them. Read more
Workshop on the accessibility options for Peckham Rye Station. Read more
Public hearings into the New Southwark Plan start on Tuesday 23rd February and conclude at the end of April. Read more
Volunteering in the community is one of the best ways you can get involved. Read this page to learn more. Read more
If you are a LGBTQ+ person in need of support then have a look at some of the organisations offering help in Southwark - (published 18 Feb). Read more
Covid-19 vaccines for London Homelessness Care and Support workers and volunteers. Read more
The NHS has produced Covid-19 vaccination films in different languages to encourage and promote the uptake of Covid-19 vaccination across Black Asian and minority ethnic communities and different faith groups. Read more
Melodies for Mums is a six-week on line singing programme that will research the impact of singing on the mental health of new mothers Read more
Over the course of the recent pandemic, one food bank in North Southwark has sprung up to support local residents get through challenges. Now, this food bank needs your help! Read more
As a sector, are we really doing enough in our workplaces to address antiracism and allyship? I know we are not – or shall I re-phrase that, we have not been doing enough - (published 5 Feb) Read more