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In the frame
Fighting talk Onward Homes The housing association has partnered with former boxer Anthony Crolla in a new initiative aiming to get teens at risk of being involved in criminal activity into the ring and out of trouble. Fashion fiesta Homes in Haringey As part of their International Women’s Day celebrations, the ALMO promoted the story of resident Yasmin, who set up Undiscovered LDN, a fashion show for those normally out of the limelight.
Hedgehog highway Beyond Housing The housing association has teamed up with local wildlife experts to create a ‘hedgehog highway’ through its new development. Triumphant together Calico Homes A year on since joining the Burnley Together group, the housing association has been part of the group that’s helped 17,000 people over the course of the year.
Busy bees Newcastle City Council The North East council has taken positive steps to encourage wildlife in the city, with new methods of ensuring wild flowers and biodiversity can flourish. Kids Klub Arches Housing The housing association has partnered with Endeavour to create the Community Ambassador Project, allowing children to improve their local community.
Community cooks
Clarion Housing
Hackney School of Food were the winners of the William Sutton Award for Social Innovation. The awards, run by Clarion Housing, reward local groups making a different in their communities.
Mum’s the word Hightown Housing The organisation’s Mother and Baby Service helps mum’s under 30 get the support and guidance they need, as well as help in finding permanent accommodation. Literature lift Islington Council The council has donated book boxes to community groups, each containing over 100 new children’s books, as they combat the lack of access to new books during the pandemic.
Fundraising footsteps
Halton Housing
Staff completed a virtual walk from Halton in Cheshire to Halton in New South Wales Australia, culminating in a charitable donation of £5,000 to local hospice Halton Haven.
