Partner spotlight: Providing affordable, sustainable food for north Islington’s diverse communities
Thanks to a grant from the Islington Giving Food Fund, Manor Gardens Welfare Trust were able to establish a new food co-op, where clients can choose from a range of ingredients and carry out weekly shops for £3. Over 49 weeks, 172 clients accessed the co-op, totalling 720 visits. Thanks to building new relationships with […]
Aaliyah, Co-founder of Dipped in Creativity Engagement on empowering youth through creative expression
“We’re a youth-led organisation passionate about creative expression.” ~ Aaliyah, Co-founder of D.I.C.E Meet Aaliyah, the dynamic co-founder of youth-led social enterprise Dipped in Creativity Engagement CIC (D.I.C.E). D.I.C.E received a microgrant via Islington Giving’s Make it Happen fund for their free, creative enterprise project for young residents aged 16-25. The project aims to bring […]
“I value the nature sessions as it breaks the isolation which is the main reason for my depression.” ~ Samina’s story, Stuart Low Trust
Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Week, a time dedicated to shining a spotlight on and raising awareness about the significance of mental wellbeing. This year’s theme is anxiety, and we’ll be sharing some stories and experiences from young people in Islington who are benefitting from transformative local programmes. Here, we caught up with Samina*, who […]
“Everything changes in life and it’s not always easy to acknowledge.” ~ Ray’s story, Stuart Low Trust
Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Week, a time dedicated to shining a spotlight on and raising awareness about the significance of mental wellbeing. This year’s theme is anxiety, and we’ll be sharing some stories and experiences from young people in Islington who are benefitting from transformative local programmes. Here, we caught up with Ray,* who […]
“One of the great strengths of Stuart Low Trust is that it removes the barriers to engagement.” ~ Carlita’s story
Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Week, a time dedicated to shining a spotlight on and raising awareness about the significance of mental wellbeing. This year’s theme is anxiety, and we’ll be sharing some stories and experiences from young people in Islington who are benefitting from transformative local programmes. Here, we caught up with Carlita,* who […]
“I’ve become more confident and find social situations easier to cope with.” ~ Joseph’s story, Stuart Low Trust
Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Week, a time dedicated to shining a spotlight on and raising awareness about the significance of mental wellbeing. This year’s theme is anxiety, and we’ll be sharing some stories and experiences from young people in Islington who are benefitting from transformative local programmes. Here, we caught up with Joseph,* who […]
