Spotlight Magazine, Brent Council by The Editors Office

Spotlight May 2005 Issue 38

Party time in South Kilburn

This month saw the official launch of the Childcare Subsidies project with a special guest appearance by Shola Ama. For more information turn to Page 3

INSIDE: Wanted, budding entrepreneurs PAGE 5

FA Coach sent to South Kilburn to find the stars of the future, find out PAGE 6 about the course

Granville New Homes go on show PAGE 8

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Report from the Board Hello and welcome to the May edition of Spotlight for 2005 PLEASE advise anyone who is not getting their copy of Spotlight to get in touch with us. South Kilburn NDC puts out its own magazine for residents every month. Spotlight is produced to keep you informed on what is going on in your community and to keep residents up-to-date on what we are doing here at the NDC. We want to ensure that everyone who lives in the area receives their copy and want to hear from anyone who is not getting a handdelivered copy through their letter box. Anyone who is experiencing problems with delivery should contact DISK on 020 7625 2170 or SKNDC 020 7328 9031.

YET ANOTHER non-stop month here in South Kilburn! We’ve had the Childcare Subsidies launch, the exhibition of the four possible Granville New Homes designs and of course not forgetting the Talent Showcase. At the last board meeting we discussed the National Evaluation report on the progress being made by the NDC in South Kilburn. It noted that we have made very impressive improvements in the last year, especially in our work on the built environment. However as always there is room for improvement and in the following months we will be focusing on our income and employment themes, making sure every resident has the opportunities to train, receive employment advice and get the job they want. It is great to hear about the steps being made by

the Youth Board, which is down to the hard work of all those taking part. It is brilliant to see young people taking control and show us how it is done! If you would like to get involved, all the information you need can be found on page 10. Finally I could not go without mentioning the Talent Showcase which took place on Friday 1st April. I went along and was astounded by the level of professionalism by all those who took part. I was also amazed at the number of people who performed and helped arranged the fantastic day – well done! I am already looking forward to the next one.

Tanya Samuel South Kilburn NDC Board Chair

The next Board Meeting is at the Community Resource Centre in Albert Road on May 9th at 6pm.

Buddha Day ON THE 4TH May Buddists celebrate Buddha day, which remembers Buddha’s birthday and is the most sacred day in the Buddhist calendar. On this day Buddhists celebrate the life of the Buddha and his message of peace to mankind. Buddha Day is celebrated with great joy and vivid colours. Homes are cleaned and decorated in preparation. The "bathing of the Buddha" takes place, where water is poured over the shoulders of statues of the Buddha as a reminder of the need to purify your mind. Temples throughout the Buddhist world serve vegetarian food and a candle lit procession takes place through the streets. The last week in April saw the Jewish festival of Passover, which is one of the most important times

in the Jewish year and remembers how the children of Israel left slavery behind when they left Egypt. Finally, Saturday 23 April saw the celebration of St George’s Day in memory of the patron saint of England.

UPDATE Brent to train local contractors

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IN FEBRUARY Brent Housing Partnership held an open day to give local building and decorating contractors information on how to be a borough approved contractor. The open day was a great success with 15 local small contractors attending. Brent Housing Partnership are now currently reviewing the applications, and those who meet the required criteria will receive the training needed so they can play a pivotal role in redeveloping South Kilburn.

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Childcare project launched in style FORMER RESIDENT Shola Ama gave her

support to the new Childcare Subsidies project which was officially launched on 8th April with an open day and party at the Marian Centre. The day had something for everyone. Magician and children entertainer Peter Pinner and side kick Donut entertained visitors with his magic tricks. Local dance group Tabot also entertained the audience with their fantastic dancing, as always perfectly choreographed. People were also able to get information about a number of local projects. There were stands from the Healthy Matters project, Childcare Subsidies, the Inland Revenue, Job Centre Plus, Recolo, New Deal for Lone Parents, Sure Start, Brent Childrens Information Service and Community Careers. Shola Ama was the star attraction speaking about her memories growing up in the area and how much it has changed and improved over recent years. She then went on to draw the winning raffle ticket for a £50 Sainsbury voucher. Azmina Sayani who organised the event and runs the Childcare Subsidies project said, "It was great that so many people came, including Shola Ama. It was a brilliant way to get information to

local residents in a fun and informal atmosphere." If you would like more information about the Childcare Subsidies project please contact Azmina on 020 7372 3090 or drop into the office at 19a Malvern Road.

Have your say… Calling all residents! We want to hear your story ideas, articles, poems, letters to the editor or listing for our event page. Don’t hesitate to call with any ideas you have. It may be about your memories of South Kilburn, an event you want to publicise or an issue you feel very strongly about. Spotlight is written for residents and is about residents so your ideas are very important. The deadline for the next edition is 10 May. Send your stories to Frances at DISK, Unit 2, Masefield House, Stafford Road, NW6 5YU or on 020 7625 2170. Or contact Jo Merriman at South Kilburn New Deal for Communities, 21 -23 Peel Precinct, Kilburn, NW6 5BS, 020 7328 1199. South Kilburn New Deal for Communities, FREEPOST NAT 11268 London, NW6 5BR

Money Matters HI IT'S SALEAH Well, fourteen residents stepped forward to take up the Money Workshops challenge to get to the heart of the matter. Their relationship with money: attitudes, spending habits and priorities would never be the same again.

Week one: registration, two backed out. Week two: one got job offer. Week three: eleven remain. Week four: still eleven. The question they were faced with – "if money had wings, would it fly away" - true or false - why? Then to the big Graduation Day. On 14th April all eleven made it to the presentation and more importantly have learnt valuable skills on how to budget and feel more confident in all financial situations. Those who have completed the course can now go out and not only use their skills in day to day life but pass them onto friends, relatives and people in the community. The Money Workshops challenge starts again in June 2005. For more information call 0870 760 6834.

FIND OUT WHAT’S HAPPENING HAVE you missed an NDC meeting? Or do you just want to find out what was discussed or decided? Minutes of all meetings can be found on the South Kilburn New Deals for Communities website www.skndc.net

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Easter trip to Bognor’s Butlins SOUTH KILBURN, children from the Marian Youth

Get Involved and Have a Say

Club and the Carlton Children’s Club left South Kilburn over Easter for a trip to sunny Bognor in Sussex staying at the famous Butlins resort. The trip was funded by the Widening Opportunities project. The 24 Children stayed at Bognor from the 4th – 8th April and despite the wet weather everyone had a brilliant time with activities including ten pin bowling, fairground rides and many more.

Do you want to know what projects are being considered by South Kilburn New Deal for Communities? Would you like to sit on a panel to discuss these projects and participate in the NDC’s decision making process? Why not train to sit on the NDC’s Appraisal Panel. It’s easy, there are no written examinations, you’ll be shown what to do and you will gain valuable training.

Contact Diana Agyen at South Kilburn NDC on 020 7372 6061 for more information and for the dates of upcoming appraisal training.

Pedal Power gets you Streetwise! On a Thursday from 1.003.00pm at the Salvation Army, toddlers between 2 and 4 can enjoy an energetic session of riding trikes, tractors and scooters around a

special indoor road track. In May and June there will also be an opportunity to learn some basic road safety skills – all youngsters will be able to earn a driving licence and certificate by completing some simple and fun tasks which will also help them to be more streetwise! The session costs just 50p and this includes refreshments for toddlers and their parents/carers. For details you can contact Abby on 0207 328 1312.

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South Kilburn on show ON 21ST MARCH South Kilburn was on show to new and existing NDC chairs and chief executives from around the country. South Kilburn’s status as one of the best NDCs is well known, and the guests visited some of the many successful projects run in the area. They visited Kilburn Park School, the Safe & Sound, Fairbridge and the Health Matters project. David, who runs the Health Matters project, which is a community health resource centre providing a range of community health projects and helpful information said, "It’s great to know that we are seen as one of the best New Deal for Communities in the country. It makes us want to continue the hard work and make sure we create a better South Kilburn."

Calling all budding Richard Bransons… WANT TO BE the next Richard Branson? Well a new project is being introduced to encourage new entrepreneurs and improve business skills in South Kilburn. The project will run four workshops and provide participants with essential business skills such as business planning, financial management and much more to help residents successfully run their own companies. The project will also include visits to external sites, including auctions and trade markets. You do not need to have your own business to

come along, just an idea or a desire to learn more valuable skills. Anyone interested in getting involved should contact Paul Anderson on 07958 781 673

A Talent Showcase to remember… APRIL 1ST saw South Kilburn’s long awaited talent showcase in the Marian Centre. Over 30 young stars of the future between 7 and 24 took part, with prizes including Easter Eggs and high street vouchers. The day was a great success with the most gifted youngsters in South Kilburn on show, singing, dancing, acting and much, much more. The performances came from individuals and groups from around the area including: Tabot, Secret Service, OK Club, City Streets, North West Side Entertainment, Underworld, Flamingo and Blue Sky Arts and Media. The day started at 2pm and due to the number of

performances it had to be extended to 9.30pm. The day was an overwhelming success and we are all looking forward to the next one.

The Homework Club HELPING kids do

well in School every Saturday afternoon 1.30pm to 4.30pm Vale Community Centre, Pentland Road Ages: 4 to 12 Mathematics, English, Science, pre-school education, drama, dance, crafts Assessments/ effective study skills. For more information contact the Learning Centre on 07931 175 513.

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South Kilburn’s newest additions SOUTH KILBURN welcomes new Residents’

Champion, Sade Ademosum. Having lived in South Kilburn for 9 years, Sade is in a perfect position to listen and help residents in their day to day life. "I have wanted to get involved in the community for sometime and this was the perfect opportunity." Sade went on to say. "This is a great way to help the community and highlight concerns that might otherwise be missed and make South Kilburn a better and safer community." Another new arrival is Daniel Letras who joins the NDC as the Website Administrator. Daniel has lived in South Kilburn all his life and went to St Augustine’s School. Daniel joins us from PCHA Housing Association and is looking forward to getting stuck in to keeping the website updated. "I have been made to feel very welcome here and can’t wait to put something back into the community I have lived in all my life" We would like to welcome Mellisa Yiannakou who joins employment project, Recolo as a Recruitment Consultant. Melissa who lives locally comes to us after previously working for a local estate agent and will be building relationships with local and national employers to secure jobs for South Kilburn residents.

Come one and All! DO you run a community group in South Kilburn? Are you looking for new members or want to let others know when and where you meet? Let Spotlight know and we will put the information in our new listings space. Call Jo Merriman on 020 7328 1199 or email j.merriman@skndc.net

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FA Community football worker heads for South Kilburn NICK PRICHARD has started work as a community

football worker in South Kilburn, funded by a £4.5 million FA and UEFA project. Nick will be providing a range of football opportunities for young people aged 7 – 16, while helping to address issues such as health, social exclusion and anti-social behaviour. Nick who started work in April said, "It’s great to come and work here in South Kilburn. I am really looking forward to working with local footballers and coaches of the future" Nick is especially interested in hearing from anyone who would like to be trained as a football coach. If you are interested get more

Football academy THE EASTER HOLIDAYS saw the return of the South

Kilburn Football Academy playing on South Kilburn Open Space throughout the school break. Well over 20 local boys and girls came along despite the wet weather to play football and learn the skills to make them the next Wayne Rooney. Chris, who runs the Academy said, "It is great to see so many people come and play regardless of the weather" Anyone interested in going to a South Kilburn Football Academy event should contact Re on 020 7372 7419.

Anyone wishing to get in contact with Recolo should either pop in to the office at 19a Malvern Road or telephone 020 7372 2828. We would finally like to welcome Helen Tsegai who lives locally and has joined South New Deal for Communities as an Administrative Assistant in the Peel Precinct.

information by contacting Queens Park Rangers on 020 8743 0262.

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Salvation Army SATURDAY 9TH APRIL saw the opening of the new facilities

at the South Kilburn Salvation Army on Chichester Road. The new facilities were desperately needed as a result of rapid growth over recent years. The day was great fun for everyone with free activities for Children, including a special treasure hunt. The new facilities include two new community rooms and offer something for everyone. The plans for the new rooms include baby massage, craft sessions, healthy eating initiatives, film afternoons, exercise classes and even a hairdressing project with equipment donated by some of London’s top saloons. The project was funded jointly by South Kilburn New Deal for Communities and central Salvation Army funds and cost £260,000. Anyone interested in any of the classes provided please contact David and Julie on 0207 328 1312.

South Kilburn’s Award Winning Housing Team South Kilburn and Brent Housing Project Manager, Maqsood Ahmed has been commended nationally for his outstanding work locally. The ceremony took place at the Grovesnor Hotel in London on 14 March and was hosted by comedian Lenny Henry. Maqsood who has worked for Brent Council for 19 years was shortlisted for the Manager of the Year award for his work in South Kilburn on the housing projects. Maqsood said "It is great to be rewarded personally and I think it is also recognition of the hard work of the whole team. The evening was brilliant and a real treat"

ARE YOU ORGANISING A COMMUNITY EVENT? If so, South Kilburn New Deal for Communities can help you spread the word by listing it in Spotlight. Contact us on 020 7328 1199 or email l.macdonald@skndc.net. The deadline for the next edition of Spotlight is May 10.

Pheonix Language School Are you a parent and interested in your child learning to read and write Arabic or Tigrinean? Are you looking to advance your language skills yourself? As part of the new Pheonix Project setup to assist local refugees in every part of their lives, you can learn or improve your Arabic and Tigrinean. The language project will take place on various days each week at 10am – 12am and 2pm – 4pm. If you are interested please get in touch with Gina or Glenn on 020 7625 2531, at the Health Matters Shop, 5 Peel Precinct or write to our freepost address; South Kilburn New Deal for Communities, FREEPOST NAT, 11268 London NW6 5BR.

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Granville Show Homes go on the road NEW! FREE! SIX WEEK WOMENS' SELF DEFENCE COURSE. EVERY SATURDAY FROM MAY 7TH JUNE 11TH. 10.30AM - 12.30PM AT CRAIK COURT MEETING ROOM CARLTON VALE NW6 DUE to popular demand the Safe and Sound Project are running a new six week SelfDefence course for women. If you have attended previous courses, this is for you to brush up on old skills and learn many more. If you are new to these courses, then this is an ideal opportunity for you to learn new skills, gain huge amounts of confidence and walk away with a great feeling of empowerment. Trainers are fully qualified and affiliated to the Self-Defence Federation UK. You don't have to commit to all six weeks, come along when you can, you won't regret it. Creche provided. For more information call Jamie on 020 7624 9926 or pop in to the project at 58 Peel Precinct.

Designs for new homes to be built in South Kilburn been on show to local residents. The four day exhibition which took place in the Peel Precinct, by Kilburn Park Station, on Malvern Road and at the Vale Community centre gave residents a chance to look at the four designs created by architects and a steering group of local residents. The designs varied significantly in design with one including a grass roof. Tony Lester, resident and Vice Chair of the Granville New Homes Steering Group said. "It is fantastic to hear the positive feedback from local residents. It makes us realise that all the hard work has been worth it"

A final decision on which design to use will be made by the steering group in late May. It is hoped that building work for the Granville Show Homes will begin sometime in January 2006 to be completed in late 2007.

Clapham Park votes yes for NDC Stock Transfer RESIDENTS in Clapham Park, South London have become the first New Deal for

the Communities organisation to vote yes for a housing stock transfer. Over 59% of residents voted to transfer the ownership of their homes to a community led housing association in March 2006. This is very similar to a vote that is likely to take place in South Kilburn next year, which will guarantee an investment of over £700 million into the housing and community facilities in South Kilburn. Tanya Samuel, Chair of South Kilburn NDC said."I have known many of the residents at Clapham Park for a number of years in particular the Chair, Oliver Higgins. I know this means a great deal to him and the other residents who’ve all been working slavishly alongside their Chief Executive Owen Thompson to ensure the ballot was successful. Well done to them, they deserve it. We hope to achieve a similar success with our ballot in South Kilburn". The successful vote is the first of its kind by a New Deal for the Communities organisation and means an investment of £560 million in Clapham Park.

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Vacancies

Job Hunting Post Salary

OUTREACH/LIAISON WORKER ÂŁ20,422 TO ÂŁ22,231

We are looking to recruit an Outreach/Liaison Worker to implement a community safety outreach programme in South Kilburn. Duties will include: taking responsibility for the identification and targeting of vulnerable groups on the South Kilburn estate; recruiting volunteers from the community and local businesses; liaising with community groups, local residents and tenants associations and carrying out Needs Assessments in relation to community safety issues. You should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the needs of working in a multi-ethnic environment in the field of community safety and ideally possess a qualification in community or youth work. Good communication skills and experience of outreach and intermediary work are essential. For further details and an application pack: drop in to the Safe & Sound Project Community Safety Project, 58 Peel Precinct or telephone: 0207-624 9926.

Just got EASIER LOOKING FOR work? You can now find information on jobs within the NDC and its projects online. Have a look at

www.skndc.net.

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SK, FRESH SAY! GET INVOLVED AND HAVE A SAY DO YOU want to know what projects are being considered by South Kilburn New Deal for Communities? Would you like to sit on a panel to discuss these projects and participate in the NDC’s decision making process? Why not train to sit on the NDC’s Appraisal Panel. It’s easy, there are no written examinations, you’ll be shown what to do and you will gain valuable training. Contact Diana Agyen at South Kilburn NDC on 020 7328 1199 for more information.

Announcing… Are wedding bells about to ring? Have you recently welcomed a new arrival to your family? Let us know about it. Please send us notices of marriages, births, deaths, or any other announcements you want to share, and we’ll publish them in Spotlight.

A voice for the youth of South Kilburn IF YOU have ever thought "Why don’t people ever listen to me?" or "No one cares about what young people want", then this is your chance to put your ideas across and make a real difference for young people in South Kilburn. The NDC is setting up a Youth Board for the area, which will give young people the opportunity to have a real say in matters that affect them. The Youth Board will act as a spokesperson for young people in the area, representing their interests and advising on issues that affect them. Most importantly, the Youth Board will oversee a budget, to spend on projects especially designed to improve the lives of the young people of South Kilburn. All young people between the ages of 11 and 24 within the South Kilburn area are invited to stand as candidates for the Youth Board election which will take place later this year. There will be 6 places on the board for 11-16 year olds, and the other 6 will be for 17-24 year olds. Lucy Barnard [pictured], a member of the steering group of young people that has been set up to advise on and oversee the project, believes the Youth Board will be a really positive thing for South Kilburn: "Young people have a lot to say about what life is like in South Kilburn. They are concerned about all sorts of issues, such as health, drugs, education, employment and facilities to keep them out of trouble. We care about a lot

RACE AND CULTURAL AWARENESS COURSE WHAT is our understanding of the community in

which we live? We live in a multi-cultural society with much diversity, but do we have a real understanding of culture and multi-culturalism? The course will examine this as well as looking at the history of immigration, how stereotypes are formed and cultural differences. The Safe & Sound Community Safety Project are offering a two part course on Race & Cultural Awareness: • Part 1 to be held on Thursday 19th May 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. • Part 2 to be held on Monday 23rd May 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Both sessions will take place at the Safe & Sound Project. 58 Peel Precinct. The course is free and open to all South Kilburn residents. For more information and to book a place on one of our courses call us at the Safe & Sound Project on 020 7624 9926.

of things but the problem is, we rarely get the chance to change anything and make a difference. The Youth Board will change that – young people really will be able to have a say. Every young person in South Kilburn needs to get involved and have their say for a better SK!" So, if you are a young person living in the South Kilburn NDC area, make sure you are registered to vote by contacting Nik Clifton on 0208 688 0673 or emailing him at nik@thecampaigncompany.co.uk, no later than May 11th. Please also contact Nik if you are a youth service provider or an interested resident.

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KIDS KREW WELCOME BACK to Kids Krew – the

KIDS KREW MEMBER PROFILE MY NAME: Nicole AGE:8 KIDS KREW MEMBERSHIP NUMBER: NIC013SKNDC MY FAVOURITE FOOTBALL TEAM: Arsenal FC HOBBIES: Cheerleading, dancing and playing with my friends FAVORITE PERSON: Re Piddington

feature designed especially for South Kilburn’s youngest residents. This month we are pleased to introduce another member to you. Members have special access to the competitions and offers on this page. This is also where members can publish their drawings, poems stories or whatever else they want to share. Kids Krew challenge for May: Send us a story, painting or poem about what you did in your half term break. Our favourite will win a £10 High Street voucher.

To become a member write Kids Krew, Spotlight, South Kilburn New Deal for Communities FREEPOST NAT 11268 London NW6 5BR (no stamp is required) and we’ll send you a membership form. We have also been asked by a number of residents to form a Krew for older residents. If you have any ideas or interests you would like us to include in Spotlight, regardless of your age, please get in touch with Jo Merriman on 020 7328 9031.

POET’S CORNER EASTER By Lisa, aged 9 Congratulations to this months Kids Krew competition winner. Our favourite was by Lisa, aged 9 who won a £10 High Street Voucher with her poem about Easter.

HAPPIEST DAY: When I went shopping with my mum, and stayed at a hotel

Hollow eggs wrapped up in shiny foil

WHAT I LIKE BEST ABOUT SOUTH KILBURN: The Carlton Children’s Club

Plenty of chocolate, tasty and scrummy

WHAT I WOULD CHANGE IN SOUTH KILBURN: Better parks with more play equipment Congratulations Nicole. One KIDS KREW member profile will be featured in Spotlight Magazine each month. Kids Krew would also like to wish a very happy birthday to Kids Krew member Beverley who turns 10 at the end of this month.

A feast of delight for us to enjoy

Fancy a ‘cuppa? Drop in for a chat and a cup of tea or coffee every Tuesday from 10am to 11am at the Salvation Army in Chichester Road, South Kilburn. For more information contact Julie Pell on 020 7328 1312.

Put them in our tummy Yum yum yummy Easter time to celebrate A time for giving, which we appreciate So I give this egg to you my friend To show you that I care Enjoy this festive season Remember that Easter is a time we share 11

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Residents’ Champions

SOUTH Kilburn New Deal for Communities Residents’ Champions work on behalf of people living in South Kilburn to improve the area.

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the Residents’ Champions will call you straight back. During the evenings the Residents’ Champions will also be conducting door to door canvassing in your area to find what issues are affecting you and taking them up on your behalf.

Deal for Communities main office at 21-23 Peel Precinct. To contact the Residents’ Champions call into the office between 9am and 5pm weekdays or call on the new Residents’ Champions free hotline number: 0800 781 7933 or call on 020 7328 1199 and

outstanding housing repairs, abandoned vehicles, cleaning in blocks of flats and any other issues that affect tenants such as the state of communal grounds. The Residents’ Champions are based out of South Kilburn New

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South Kilburn New Deal for Communities Contacts Contacts as per usual but please include Walking Talkers DISK, Stafford Road, 020 7325 2170 South Kilburn New Deal for Communities 23 Peel Precinct South Kilburn NW6 5BS - www.skndc.net Main Office: Telephone: 020 7328 1199 Fax: 020 7328 1047 Project Team: Telephone: 020 7372 6061 Fax: 020 7328 6862 Corporate Services Telephone: 020 7328 9031 Fax: 020 7328 1047 NAME TITLE LOCATION PHONE NO. Adelle Mauricette Project Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Amanda Wood Project Manager (Crime & Community) Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Anne Shaw Finance & Monitoring Manager Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Bill Husband Deputy Chief Executive 23 Peel Precinct 020 7372 6061 Claire White Project Manager (Young People & Education) Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Daniel Letras Website Administrator 21-23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 9031 Diana Agyen Administrative Officer Portacabin 020 7328 1199 Frances Ampiah-Kwofi Resident Champion 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 1199 Frano Basica Project Officer (Housing) Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Georgie Tar Finance & Monitoring Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Gillian Salmon Administration Officer 21-23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 9031 Gusa Hall Finance and Monitoring Officer Portacabin 020 7328 9031 Helen Tsegai Administrative Assistant 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 1199 Jack Davies Chief Executive Portacabin 020 7328 1199 Jo Merriman Communications Manager 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 9031 Julie Ahluwalia Office Manager 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 1199 Jane Matheson Manager, Healthy Living Initiatives (Brent PCT) Portacabin 020 7625 5874 Naomi Marriott Neighbourhood Renewal Officer 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 9031 Robert Dyer Acting Project Manager (Health) Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Sade Ademosun Resident Champion 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 1199 Shane Lawrence Community Development Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Shehzad Ahmed Project Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Suzanne Omassa Evaluation Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Taaliba Dacres Administrative Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Tanya Samuel Chair of the Board Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Theresa Peters-Clachar Administrative Assistant 23 Peel Precinct 020 7328 1199 Tsige Shiferaw Finance and Monitoring Support Officer Portacabin 020 7372 6061 Walking Talkers Project DISK, Stafford Road 020 7325 2170 Yemani Habte Administrative Assistant Portacabin 020 7372 6061

Do you have an issue you want addressed by South Kilburn NDC? Then why not book a spot to tell us about it at the next Residents’ Reps Meeting? Meetings are held once a month in the evening between 6pm and 8pm To book a space or for more information contact Patricia on 020 7372 6061 on or email issues@skndc.net.

We want to hear from YOU

Calling all residents! We want to hear from you and want your story ideas, articles poems, letters to the editor or listings for our events page. Don’t hesitate to call with your ideas – if you are not sure how to put a story together give us a call and we’ll talk you through it or arrange a time for you to come in to talk about it. The final deadline for next edition of Spotlight is May 10. Send your stories to Frances at DISK, Unit 2, Masefield House, Stafford Road, NW6 5YU or on 020 7625 2170. Or contact Jo Merriman at South Kilburn New Deal for Communities, 21-23 Peel Precinct, Kilburn, NW6 5BS, 020 7328 1199. South Kilburn New Deal for Communities FREEPOST NAT 11268 London NW6 5BR.

Spotlight Issue 38 May 2005. Produced by South Kilburn New Deal for Communities in partnership with DISK, Unit 2 Masefield House, Stafford Road NW6 5YU. South Kilburn New Deal for Communities (NDC) reserve the right to use any photographs that have been taken at NDC events, meetings and projects for NDC marketing and publicity purposes.