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Our project will address the disadvantages that children face due to poverty and insecure housing, to make sure they get the childhood experience they deserve. Daily activities at our family centre will provide fun new experiences and help them with their education, while also supporting parents.

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Categories

  • Community Support & Development Community Support & Development
  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Poverty Alleviation/Relief Poverty Alleviation/​Relief
  • Beneficiaries

    • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)

    Situation

    There are hundreds of families living in the South Westminster community who struggle day to day because of low income, unsuitable housing and the constant threat of relocation and homelessness. 40% of children are living in poverty according to the most recent review, and in the areas in the south it is even higher. Poverty in early childhood can affect development, meaning a tougher life for children growing up, with fewer opportunities compared to their peers, and shorter life expectancy.

    Solution

    In our family centre, qualified staff and trained volunteers will provide daily activities for the whole family, aimed at those on low incomes and facing other disadvantages, such as living in refuges. The sessions will address the main developmental disadvantages caused by poverty, for 100 families a year: - Homework club to support primary school learning - Fun engaging learning on a wide range of topics - Trips to museums & city farms - Arts, crafts, exercise and community activities

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    100%
    Categories

  • Community Support & Development Community Support & Development
  • Education/Training/Employment Education/​Training/​Employment
  • Poverty Alleviation/Relief Poverty Alleviation/​Relief
  • Beneficiaries

    • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)