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  • Aylesham Community Action: Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda.

    Aylesham Community Action: Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda.

    Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda. Read more

  • Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) create pledges for the local elections

    Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) create pledges for the local elections

    Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) creates pledges for the local elections Read more

  • Monday and Tuesday at Bells Gardens Community Centre - Debt Buster event: free debt advice

    Monday and Tuesday at Bells Gardens Community Centre - Debt Buster event: free debt advice

    Free debt advice at Bells Garden Community Centre Read more

  • How you can support Ukraine and Ukrainians during this crisis

    How you can support Ukraine and Ukrainians during this crisis

    Fact sheet on how people can support the Ukraine and Ukrainians during this crisis Read more

  • Aylesham Community Action: Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda.
  • Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) create pledges for the local elections
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Social Action

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. 
Aylesham Community Action: Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda.

Aylesham Community Action: Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda.

Brief to get the Aylesham development on the agenda. Read more

Published: 27th April, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) create pledges for the local elections

Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) create pledges for the local elections

Southwark Pensioners Action Group (SPAG) creates pledges for the local elections Read more

Published: 20th April, 2022

Updated: 27th April, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Free places on New Economy training programme

Free places on New Economy training programme

Free places available for workshop series covering community building, partnership working, community ownership and local democracy. Read more

Published: 6th April, 2022

Author: Alex Wells

Monday and Tuesday at Bells Gardens Community Centre - Debt Buster event: free debt advice

Monday and Tuesday at Bells Gardens Community Centre - Debt Buster event: free debt advice

Free debt advice at Bells Garden Community Centre Read more

Published: 18th March, 2022

Updated: 27th April, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

How you can support Ukraine and Ukrainians during this crisis

How you can support Ukraine and Ukrainians during this crisis

Fact sheet on how people can support the Ukraine and Ukrainians during this crisis Read more

Published: 17th March, 2022

Updated: 27th April, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Free BikeFix Fridays!

Free BikeFix Fridays!

Free Bike Fix Fridays Read more

Published: 3rd March, 2022

Updated: 9th March, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Southwark News cover latest CAN event on influencing during the local elections

Southwark News cover latest CAN event on influencing during the local elections

Southwark News covers the latest CAN event on influencing during the local elections Read more

Published: 9th February, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

#LetVimalStay the campaign the campaign to keep the Queen's lockdown here Vimal Pandya in the UK

#LetVimalStay the campaign the campaign to keep the Queen's lockdown here Vimal Pandya in the UK

Read more

Published: 7th February, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Campaign to Save The Beehive Pub

Campaign to Save The Beehive Pub

Walworth residents have expressed overwhelming objection to an application to turn a popular pub into a two-bedroom residential area. Read more

Published: 25th January, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Southwark News has covered our latest CAN event

Southwark News has covered our latest CAN event

Social activists and local Southwark groups met on Monday, December 6 2021 to celebrate the incredible things that can be achieved through social action. Read more

Published: 7th January, 2022

Updated: 4th February, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Afghanistan Appeal: Help in Southwark needed!

Afghanistan Appeal: Help in Southwark needed!

The Afghan refugees in the bridging hotels in Southwark still need your help. Read more

Published: 6th January, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for vaccination sites!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for vaccination sites!

An opportunity to help with the Covid-19 booster drive in Southwark and London. Read more

Published: 6th January, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

SE1 Stories exhibition

SE1 Stories exhibition

SE1 Stories exhibition is now in person and online. Read more

Published: 6th January, 2022

Author: Jordan Creed

Southwark Park Vision and Framework - Read the Report

Southwark Park Vision and Framework - Read the Report

The council commissioned Community Southwark to co-ordinate the consultation activities and gather resident feedback on what changes they would like to see in Southwark Park - (Published 8 July 2021). Read more

Published: 8th July, 2021

Updated: 13th August, 2021

Author: Myles Thorpe

HeadStart | FREE Skills Development Workshops for 16-18 year olds in Southwark

HeadStart | FREE Skills Development Workshops for 16-18 year olds in Southwark

HeadStart is a free programme of 10 workshops designed to support 16-18 year olds to develop their skills and experience, ready for their future! Starts June 23th. Read more

Published: 14th June, 2021

Author: Myles Thorpe

Upskill your workforce with a fully funded* NCFE Level 2 in Information, Advice or Guidance

Upskill your workforce with a fully funded* NCFE Level 2 in Information, Advice or Guidance

New Challenge are opportunity, to support the professional development of your colleagues through the NCFE Level 2 in Information, Advice or Guidance. (Published: 5/6/2021) Read more

Published: 6th June, 2021

Author: Zuwena Blagrove

One year on - A message from Karima, Chair of R.E.A.C.H

One year on - A message from Karima, Chair of R.E.A.C.H

Karima, Chair of our R.E.A.C.H Alliance reflects on the one year anniversary of the tragic murder of George Floyd, the impact it has had for her and the work being done with the Alliance. Read more

Published: 25th May, 2021

Updated: 26th April, 2022

Author: Zuwena Blagrove

Census in Southwark 2021: Support is still available Getting support

Census in Southwark 2021: Support is still available Getting support

Not sure what you need to do? Read this article to learn more about how you can complete the Census - (published 2 Feb/ updated 21 April 2021) Read more

Published: 21st April, 2021

Updated: 22nd April, 2021

Author: Myles Thorpe

THIS IS PECKHAM: Artists wanted for two external murals

THIS IS PECKHAM: Artists wanted for two external murals

Peckham Levels are looking to commission two external murals to welcome visitors back in May 2021. Deadline 3rd May. (Published 16th April 2021) Read more

Published: 16th April, 2021

Updated: 23rd April, 2021

Author: Myles Thorpe

Love North Southwark have a message for you!

Love North Southwark have a message for you!

It's been a busy few weeks for Love North Southwark as we settle into our new home in Cherry Garden Hall. Read more

Published: 8th April, 2021

Updated: 16th April, 2021

Author: Myles Thorpe

Role of the VCS in providing information on vaccination

Role of the VCS in providing information on vaccination

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

Published: 30th March, 2021

Updated: 26th May, 2021

Author: Jo Palmer

The Health Inequalities Framework

The Health Inequalities Framework

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

Published: 29th March, 2021

Updated: 30th April, 2021

Author: Jo Palmer

Join online discussions around vaccine hesitancy

Join online discussions around vaccine hesitancy

ZPB ASSOCIATES really want to make covid vaccination safe and trusted for everyone living in South East London - (Published 24 March). Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2021

Updated: 25th March, 2021

Author: Jo Palmer

High Streets for All Challenge. Are you interested in a local Southwark partnership?

High Streets for All Challenge. Are you interested in a local Southwark partnership?

Invitation to local partnerships to bring forward and co-design innovative high street recovery strategies and proposals - (published 25 March). Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2021

Updated: 20th April, 2021

Author: Communications Volunteer

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    South London Gallery Body Building Workshop with Rhiannon Hunter

    Join this free, drop-in workshop for families! Create your own wearable architectural designs out of cardboard, colourful tape and paper with artist Rhiannon Hunter

  • South London Gallery Art of the Rave Flyer with Junior Tomlin

    South London Gallery Art of the Rave Flyer with Junior Tomlin

    Join artist Junior Tomlin, dubbed ‘the Salvador Dali of Rave’ as he revisits his 1990s dance night flyers including designs made for local club Peckham Lazerdrome

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    Talk by Shamica Ruddock and Ashley Holmes in South London Gallery

    South London Gallery Postgraduate artist-in-residence Shamica Ruddock and artist DJ Ashley Holmes will discuss their work, inspirations and interests and their own sound practices

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    Pecan Women's Service Mental Health Advocate role

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    Find out how COVID-19 vaccinations are being rolled out in Southwark - (updated 24 Feb)

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