Meet a Changemaker: China, President of Drug Free World Africa UK
China, a passionate community advocate, has lived in Newham for just over four years and has already made a strong impact. She focuses on preventing drug abuse and empowering young…
Meet a Changemaker: Junaid BEM, Community Leader and Coordinator, Hope 4 Humanity
Junaid has lived in Newham for over 20 years, becoming a trusted figure, especially among older residents and vulnerable families. With the grassroots charity Hope 4 Humanity, he tackles key local…
World Immunisation Week
This year, World Immunisation Week is celebrated from Thursday April 24th to Wednesday April 30th. Led by the World Health Organisation (WHO), this event aims to promote the use of…
Meet a Changemaker: Shofa Miah, Founder of Ashok’s Vision International
For over two decades, Shofa has been a pillar of the Newham community, dedicated her life to empowering young people and parents. Working in the front lines she has experience…
Edible enterprises market sale day
The Newham public team in collaboration with Kaizen Primary School held a vibrant herb and flower stall just before the Easter break. Year 4 pupils from the school held the…
Join your People Powered Places Working Group today
Newham Council’s People Powered Places programme is recruiting Working Group members now. Led by the Resident Engagement & Participation Team, People Powered Places is our participatory budgeting programme where residents…
Meet a Changemaker: Doris Ekos Okundaye, Founder and CEO of True Ambassadors
For over 20 years, Doris has called Newham home, dedicating herself to improving residents’ well-being. In 2018, she founded True Ambassadors, a charity that promotes health, digital inclusion, and social…
Meet a Changemaker: Vinicia Ferreira, Founder and CEO of Young Generation Needs Us CIC
Vinicia has a strong bond with Newham, where she has lived for over 16 years. She is committed to empowering young people and families through her social enterprise, Young Generation Needs…
Research opportunity for Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations
Are you a VCSE seeking support from a research student? In 2025, Compass Wellbeing is once again partnering with UCL’s Community Research Initiative to connect Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations…