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50 Steps Blog

• Apply now for a FREE stall at Newham’s Black Pound Market and showcase your business to the community!

  You’re invited to join us for Newham’s Black Pound Market, a key part of our Black History Month celebrations. This year’s theme, ‘Reclaiming Narratives,’ focuses on spotlighting Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in Newham. Save the dates:  •            Saturday 12 October – 9am – 3pm – Woodgrange Market •            Saturday 19 October – 12pm – 4pm […]

  Published: 06 Sep 2024

• World Suicide Prevention Week September 9-13 September 2024

  This World Suicide Prevention Week, we want to remind everyone that talking about difficult feelings, including suicidal thoughts, doesn’t have to be scary. Suicide prevention is a key priority for the Public Health Team and we remain committed to supporting people in our communities that are struggling. Suicide Prevention Week is an opportunity for us all […]

  Published: 03 Sep 2024

• Apply for grants of £2,500 towards cargo bikes for Newham workplaces 

  Workplaces in Newham still have time to apply for one of 24 grants of up to £2,500 towards the cost of a cargo bike, helping to cut transport costs and improve air quality in the borough. Applications are open until 1 September 2024.  The Zero Emissions Network (ZEN) is managing the cargo bike grant project […]

  Published: 09 Aug 2024

• Macmillan’s Open Day & Coffee Morning

  Macmillan Information and Support service is proudly marking its 15th anniversary at Newham University Hospital. To mark this occasion, we are hosting an Open day inviting you to explore the Macmillan centre and have a chat with the team. Donations for raffle and cake most welcome! To Donate or for Stall Enquiries please contact Maaria […]

  Published: 08 Aug 2024

• Spotlight on ANKH Place – July/August 50 Steps Changemaker organisation

  Spotlight on ANKH Place – July/August 50 Steps Changemaker organisation  ANKH Place as a new CIC took the opportunity to apply to be the commissioned service for young Black men aged up to 30, who had lived experience of mental ill-health and/or experience of using mental health support services. Our priorities lay within the 50 […]

  Published: 02 Aug 2024

• Newham physical activity map

  Newham residents can now find out about the range of facilities and activities on offer across the borough to help them get active, via the Newham Physical Activity Map.  Find out about the range of facilities and activities on offer across the borough to get and keep you active. Pick up a Newham Physical Activity […]

  Published: 01 Aug 2024

• Free equipment lockers coming soon!

  Fancy a game of football, basketball or table tennis but don’t have your own equipment? We are working in partnership with London Sport and Equip to pilot 5 FREE Equipment Lockers across the borough. The lockers will be located at Plaistow Park, Plashet Park, Royal Victoria Gardens, Stratford Park and Warrior Square. To use the […]

  Published: 31 Jul 2024

• Our Parks

  Make the most of the summer weather with FREE outdoor fitness classes in your local parks! Movement outdoors is especially great for boosting your mood, relieving stress, and building your fitness. We’ve partnered with Our Parks to bring you FREE fitness classes across local parks in Newham. See how local resident Andrew has found Our […]

  Published: 26 Jul 2024

• Meet a Changemaker: Daniel Acheampong, Founder / CEO, Ayati Mind

  Daniel has lived in Newham for 25 years. He is the founder and CEO of Ayati Mind, which he set up following his own personal lived experience of mental health struggles. He was deeply affected by the suicide of a close friend, but found it difficult to find a therapist who understood his cultural background. […]

  Published: 26 Jul 2024

• Meet a Changemaker: Nick Rogers, Teacher of Music / Year 8 Progress Leader / School Council Lead at Brampton Manor Academy

  Nick has been pivotal in transforming Brampton Manor Academy into a healthier environment, especially regarding food. The school earned the Healthy Schools Silver Award by demonstrating how healthy eating enhances mood and activity levels, and by identifying students with poor eating habits and improving their cooking skills. Students have also worked with caterers to influence […]

  Published: 26 Jul 2024