Home cooked food is not only important for health; it is an integral part of cultural identity. Preparing and eating food can help associate with our past lives, create new and lasting memories, provide social connection and enable families to…
As a community leader, Zubair has been assisting Newham residents for more than 25 years with their welfare, housing, health and social care needs. With the COVID-19 pandemic, his activity only increased, and he became a community champion, as well…
John first set up the Irons Supporting Foodbank four years ago as an opportunity for West Ham fans to support their local communities. The initiative supports 60 food banks, community groups and homeless shelters across Newham and Essex, and makes…
Victoria has worked in children’s services for the last sixteen years, supporting families from some of the most diverse and complex backgrounds. Victoria met John from the Irons Supporting Foodbank when she was looking for warm clothes for children living…
Sandeep was born at Newham Hospital and went to school in the borough; she has a deep and special relationship with Newham. She set up Nutrition Kitchen in 2020, with the aim of helping the community understand health and food.…
