Inspiring People - an introduction from the Mayor of Newham

An introduction to Inspiring People from Mayor Sir Robin Wales - watch our short film here


Find out more about our Inspiring People programme, by reading our Be inspired - Newham's guide to the 2012 Games' booklet (pdf)


It's not just about sport or even just about young people; the Games need to inspire everybody, young and old, to aim higher and to be more ambitious.

The summer of the 2012 Games will be a unique experience for everyone in Newham, but it is only one summer. We want to inspire people to participate more in cultural and social life, in sports, community activities, volunteering, learning, skills and employment.

The London Borough of Newham's goal is for residents to be inspired by the Games to live active, healthier and more prosperous lives long after 2012. Providing everyone with new and exciting opportunities, making the borough a place where people choose to live, work and stay.

So whether you want to get fit and healthy or volunteer at one of Newham's events there is something for everyone. As part of the programme there are six areas of focus:

• Have a go at sport
• Be creative
• Get involved in an event
• Volunteer in your community
• Achieve your potential
• Get trained and into a job

Read how these six different ways to be inspired have been put into practice by a group of Newham residents. If you have your own story to share, why not email us at inspiring.people@newham.gov.uk.

The Inspiring People programme is all about involving people in the borough and allowing you to maximise your life opportunities. So this is the perfect time to try something new to meet new people, get active or help others.

An introduction to Inspiring People from Mayor Sir Robin Wales

Watch our short film below or download a written copy of the Mayor's introduction here (Word doc.).