The people theme of the strategy reflects the work happening to deliver services and interventions to support individuals and communities to be healthy, with a focus on those who have the greatest health needs.
World AIDS Day is observed on the 1 December each year. The global movement is aimed at raising awareness about AIDS and HIV; celebrating progress in prevention, treatment and care, while also highlighting the need for further support. The theme…
Self-Care Week an annual national awareness week that focuses on embedding support for self-care across communities, families and generations. This year’s theme set by the Self Care Forum charity is ‘Mind & Body’. The theme supports our Well Newham values,…
The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH) recently delivered a lesson aimed at tackling myths and misconceptions around autism. These are just as relevant for adults as they are for children and young people. Some of us may…
The challenge of food insecurity has received increasing attention in recent years, and children are more likely than adults to be in food insecure households. Newham’s ‘We Are Food Secure 11-19’ project set out to find out more specifically about…
The London HIV Prevention Programme has commissioned a survey as part of a needs assessment of Black heritage communities, to gain a deeper understanding of the HIV prevention needs within Black communities in London. The insights collected will directly inform…
Come along to our 16 Days of Action events! Newham is proud to support the global 16 Days of Activism movement focused on raising awareness of violence against women and girls. Our local priority is to challenge domestic abuse experienced…
Cook for Health workshops is starting this November at Forest Gate Library. The workshop is organised by TiffinWalli and funded by bay Awards for All. The 4-week Healthy Eating Workshop is designed to promote healthy eating habits, prevent Type 2…
Nominate a local hero for a 2024 Newham Civic Award in association with Berkeley Do you know a local resident, entrepreneur, group, organisation, or company making an incredible impact in Newham? If so, it’s time to nominate them for a…
Don’t be to blame, don’t start the flame – dispose of dangerous waste safely Remember dangerous items including vapes, electrical items, batteries, gas canisters, and bottles should never be disposed of in your household waste or recycling bins. Recent shocking…
