Active Communities Network

Tackle Inequality. Create Opportunities. Inspire Change

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

THE UNHEARD - Watch the 6 Episodes of unheard voices from the Southwark community https://t.co/g1eR9E6IIO via @YouTube #Southwark

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

We’re hiring for our Young People’s Action Group!

✅Aged 16–24
✅Live in a London borough
✅Want to make a real impact

Get paid to shape policies, influence decisions, and represent young Londoners.

👉Apply here: https://t.co/OB0ftHtqEI

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

Latest figures show prevention is making the difference.

With support from @SadiqKhan, we’ve worked in partnership to put early intervention at the heart of London’s approach, keeping young people safe and helping them thrive.

More on @BBCLondonNews: https://t.co/cX6LTBlhUa

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

Our Joint CEO Jim Donnelly hosted a positive meeting between West Belfast Police and the Mayor of @ldn_vru Team to explore how strong community partnerships drive success. Great dialogue and looking forward to building on this work #MyEnds

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

We can't arrest our way out of violence.

@LibPeck on how @SadiqKhan has backed our prevention and early intervention approach and how putting young people front and centre is having impact in driving down violence in London.

Piece in @DailyMirror 👇

https://t.co/DadGm80qKq

[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

[Maudsley Charity @maudsleycharity]

📣 We're delighted to announce the awarding of £7.5m to 11 projects involving 50 organisations through our Building Brighter Futures programme - supporting young people’s mental health in Southwark, Lambeth, Lewisham and Croydon.

Read more: https://t.co/50KnpNPEpk

[LPESSN 💙 @LPESSN]

⚽️ COACHES WANTED!
We are looking for coaches to join our Jaguars family. 🐆
With teams from U9’s to U13’s we have opportunities for all.
#madeforthisgame #girlsfootball

[Miatta Fahnbulleh @Miatsf]

Tackling youth violence and creating opportunity must start with communities.

Brilliant to have @JanetDaby in Peckham to see the award-winning #MyEnds programme- backed by the Mayor’s Violence Reduction Unit.

From sports to mentoring, it shows what’s possible when we invest in our young people 💥

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

Our award-winning MyEnds programme delivers both universal and targeted support for young people.

With @Miatsf, we welcomed @JanetDaby @educationgovuk to Peckham to
show how our community-led approach with @ActiveCN mirrors national plans for Young Futures hubs.
@LibPeck

[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

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

So many young people, families & communities are affected by the devastating impact of knife crime. Raising awareness is vital. @ActiveCN we stand with this campaign & remain committed to educating & reducing the harm caused by this deadly weapon. #KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek #MyEnds

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

In 6 years, we have invested in 400,000 positive opportunities.

With @SadiqKhan's support, we can see the impact ✨prevention✨ is having on tackling violence by investing in young people and communities.

Watch to find out why we believe violence is preventable, not inevitable.

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

Empowering Women & Girls programme funded by @BelfastHarbour , an intergenerational approach to inspire women & girls to share their journey’s for life long learning. #womenofstrength
#EVAWG
#inspirational @Aspire2AchieveL @ledleyhall

[My Life My Say @mylifemysay]

What's your order? 📋

My Life My Say has launched a national youth consultation with @DCMS @iwill_movement @Savanta_UK to ensure that young people’s voices are at the heart of shaping a new National Youth Strategy.

#WhatsYourOrder #DeliverYou

https://t.co/AwormE3A7U

[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.

[Active Communities Network @ActiveCN]

Thank you to our guest panelists, Cllr @NatashaEnnin, @WilliamHoungbo & @Ambecommunity for sharing their journeys at our Civic Leadership programme last night. Representation in civic duties is crucial for driving change in our diverse communities. @lb_southwark #Representation

[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

[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

[London's Violence Reduction Unit @LDN_VRU]

📢“We have seen the life-changing impact this relationship can have on a young person, sometimes at a time of crisis." - @LibPeck

➡️More on @standardnews: Sir Sadiq Khan hails impact of mentor provision for 100,000 young Londoners | The Standard

[Juvenis @Juvenis]

Every connection you make with a young person, plants the seed of possibility…

[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