In December 2021, the UK Government published a Consultation report called Human Rights Reform: A Modern Bill of Rights. In this document they concluded that the Human Rights Act (HRA) will soon be replaced with a new bill of rights. However, on the same day, an independent panel concluded that actually the HRA is working well and doesn’t need changing. This BIHR unofficial guide explains the Human Rights Act and the Consultation, and provides ways that you can respond. The consultation ends 8th March 2022. To check it out, click here.
The Peer Networks Programme is a fully-funded opportunity for London-based social enterprises. We aim to develop your social enterprise and equip you
with new skills, and, crucially connect you to others in a peer support network.
The More Than A Game football programme includes free weekly football sessions for adults aged 18 years old and above of all abilities and experiences who would like to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Specifically, we use physical activity as well as psycho-education to benefit our participants’ physical health, wellbeing and knowledge around mental health. The sessions last for an hour and include football and physical activity, and reflective discussions and activities around different mental health and wellbeing topics. The wellbeing discussions aim to increase self-awareness and protective factors against experiencing mental health difficulties, such as healthy coping strategies and increased social connections.
At the moment there are 3 weekly sessions:
- Tuesdays (2pm-3pm) at Kingsmeadow Athletics Centre in Kingston
- Thursdays (1pm-2pm) at Hurlingham Park in Fulham
- Fridays (2pm-3pm) at Tooting and Mitcham Hub in Merton
More information and bookings can be found here.
Planning Aid for London (PAL) offers free advice to individuals and groups with questions about planning, regeneration, neighbouring development, building work and more. We also work with community groups that are faced with high levels of development, and want to have an influence on the planning process. Our advice is independent, professional, confidential, and free of charge.
See the Flyer with more information about our offer; for further information you can also go to our website planningaidforlondon.org.uk.
When helpful, it is possible to refer clients, colleagues, or contacts to our advice line. The quickest way of obtaining planning advice is by submitting a planning enquiry. You can do this at planningaidforlondon.org.uk/contact/.
Are you interested in working together more closely? Please get in touch!
Dear Young People, Parents, Guardians and Carers
NHS North West London is hosting on-line discussions for young people, parents, guardians, carers, teachers and school nurses to provide information, and answer any questions you might have about the vaccine and immunisation program, including questions related to clinically extremely vulnerable children. The panel will include consultant paediatricians Dr Liz Whittaker and Dr Hermione Lyall, a GP, as well as a parent.
Please register for the date/time you prefer using the link below. Both events are the same.
Thursday 20th January from 11 to 12pm – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/covid-19-vaccine-program-for-12-to-15-years-tickets-242875205277
Wednesday 26th January from 7pm to 8pm – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/covid-19-vaccine-program-for-12-to-15-years-tickets-243513414177
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Following your registration, you should immediately receive confirmation. You will receive the TeamsLive link for the webinar 24 hours before the webinar starts
Meanwhile, information about the vaccination program for 12 to 15 year olds can be found here. or email Ray: r.johannsen-chapman@nhs.net
Due to government guidelines for Covid19, this month’s Community Connect event (every last Tuesday of the month) will be held online rather than in person.
To join via zoom use the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/87552870217
Or you can scan the QR code below to join:
A January update from London Sport, including news, funding, health & wellbeing, jobs and more. Click here
Child sexual abuse is a reality for thousands of children across our country, with at least one in ten estimated to experience sexual abuse before they turn 16. But we can all play a part in protecting children and getting them the right help. That’s why it’s important to know how to spot the potential signs of child sexual abuse and where to go for support. This website brings together advice and resources to help you keep the children in your life safe.
