Oli

Co-Founder/Joint Chief Executive @ActiveCN Passionate about Youth & Community Work, Born in SE1, Grown up in SE15, Currently in SE12, Views are my own.

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

'It's only through long-term prevention work that you're going to make a difference'.

Our work and funding from @SadiqKhan in #MyEnds is having impact and making a difference in the lives of young people.

Investment in prevention is equally critical.

https://t.co/vCEoFIOWvh

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

We’re delighted to share that @ActiveCN, with partners @TheatrePeckham, Bethwin Road Adventure Playground & CAMHS, has been awarded @MaudsleyCharity funding

Together we’ll support young people’s mental health in Southwark through play, sport & arts! #BuildingBrighterFutures

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

❗️Serious violence continues to be heavily geographically concentrated, mostly in areas of high deprivation.

💡Findings from our latest report with @CrestAdvisory highlight the importance for investment in prevention and early intervention.

🔗Read more: https://t.co/499zG9qSeZ

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

📢Are you a young Londoner aged 16-24?

💡Apply now to join our agenda-setting Young People's Action Group to ensure your voice and opinion helps shape policy and funding decisions to make London a better place for all young people: https://t.co/MmLPId9kyX

[Oli @Olikingdom]

RIP Kate. Read the article below 👇🏽 she got things done. #unsung hero. #inspiring

[Southwark News @Southwark_News]

This gran got this school built

#Bermondsey battle-axe Kate Southion passes away aged 79

When her granddaughter was denied a #school place Kate could not just go out collecting and somehow get a school built for her in the area - or could she?

RIP Kate
https://t.co/FkTaGESEl8

[Grenfell United @GrenfellUnited]

Our statement following Angela Rayner's decision to demolish Grenfell Tower

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

Investing in local youth workers across Southwark & Lambeth to build safer, stronger communities.

With support from MyEnds funding, we’re offering L1 Youth Work course to volunteers, coaches & trainee youth workers, equipping them with vital skills to support young people.

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

'Building healthy relationships from the classroom up'

We took @NDIronsMP to see our schools programme with @nurtureuktweets & @TenderUK.

We have seen:

90% of pupils better understand healthy relationships
80% able to spot red flags in a relationship

https://t.co/z46WMFOHgG

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

Pioneering trust-based grassroots funding, the Southwark Changemakers Programme empowers residents to tackle local issues with small grants. Backed by @UnitedStSaviour supports up to 30 groups focusing on underfunded communities.

Find out more here https://t.co/Y4utVrEigq

[Eugene Minogue @EugeneMinogue]

A BIG Step Forward for Play in England!

Earlier this week, a powerful parliamentary debate, led by @TomHayesBmouth, marked a pivotal moment in the national conversation about children’s play. This wasn’t just about playgrounds – it was a bold call to prioritise unstructured free play, adventure playgrounds, active play, and the vital contributions of Playworkers.

The debate reinforced what we’ve long known: play is essential for children’s wellbeing, development, and happiness. The debate builds on the momentum of @PlayEngland’s manifesto and the significant progress we’ve achieved, including the recognition of play in the updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

It was inspiring to see cross-party MP support for @PlayEngland’s call for play sufficiency legislation and a new National Play Strategy. This is a huge step forward for children across the country.

I’m looking forward to meeting with the @MHCLG Minister, @AlexJJNorris soon to build on this progress and press for the bold policy changes needed to give children their childhood back!

This achievement reflects the relentless advocacy of @PlayEngland and the many voices championing children’s right to play. Together, we’ve made a real impact.

Now, let’s keep the momentum going. Let’s keep pushing for a future where every child has the freedom to play!

Read more about the debate and the progress we’re making ⤵️
https://t.co/IsnNYcnAyD

#PlaySufficiency #NationalPlayStrategy #ChildrensWellbeing #RightToPlay #Playgrounds #AdventurePlaygrounds #FreePlay #Playwork #Parks #NPPF #PlanningForPlay #UNCRC #Article31 #PhysicalLiteracy #PhysicalActivity #PlayStreets #StreetPlay #HomeZones #FreeRangeNeighbourhoods #FUN

[Juvenis @Juvenis]

A healed community is one where love, trust, and mutual care replace fear, division, and pain…

[Oli @Olikingdom]

A huge shoutout to all the Youth Workers @ActiveCN, the Southwark MyEnds consortium & grassroots orgs across #Southwark, #NorthLambeth & #Lewisham! Over the past 4 years, you’ve united to tirelessly mentor young people with support from @MayorofLondon @LDN_VRU @PropelLondon.

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

We know investing in mentoring is a powerful way to combat youth violence. We continue to offer guidance, support & positive role models, our youth workers & coaches help young people find hope & purpose beyond conflict. @LDN_VRU @MayorofLondon @Miatsf @LibPeck #youthworkmatters

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

We know investing in mentoring is a powerful way to combat youth violence. We continue to offer guidance, support & positive role models, our youth workers & coaches help young people find hope & purpose beyond conflict. @LDN_VRU @MayorofLondon @Miatsf @LibPeck #youthworkmatters

[Channel 4 News @Channel4News]

For the first time in its 131 year history, the Bar Council which represents barristers in England and Wales has appointed a person of colour to lead the organisation.

[Oli @Olikingdom]

Who else has made the move to #Bluesky ?

I am also on bluesky https://t.co/NS0AdgqU6w

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

💡 We believe violence is preventable, not inevitable.

✅ Since 2019, we have invested in more than 350,000 diversionary activities and opportunities for young Londoners, to keep them safe and supported to thrive.

➡️ Find out more: https://t.co/aU98E2EEbf

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

Youth workers offer a lifeline for young people following arrest for a violent offence.

We fund @DIVERTLondon & @EngageX_ to embed youth workers in @metpoliceuk custody to prevent reoffending and provide support.

So far, we've reached 10,000 young people.

📺 @itvlondon ⬇️

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

As we approach end of the year, we want to take a moment to express our appreciation to each of you for your unwavering support. On behalf of the entire team at Active Communities Network, we wish you a very Happy New Year. #HappyNewYear2025

[Southwark News @Southwark_News]

#Peckham Soup Kitchen needs a new home so they can keep feeding the area’s most needy

They have been given a notice to leave by mid-January

https://t.co/3gZ73BJuQe

[Isabel Ramírez @isabelreporter]

@PeckhamSoupkit are everyday heroes. We need to find them a new home

Check out my video for @Southwark_News to see the amazing work they do

@lb_southwark #peckham #community #Christmas