Progress and Updates

50 Steps Blog

• Meet a Changemaker: Andrée Massiah, Co-chair, Ageing Well Resident Advisory Group, Newham

  Born and raised in Newham, Andrée has spent her life deeply rooted in the borough, currently living in Manor Park. A passionate advocate for her community, she has consistently played an active role in resident-led forums and local projects, motivated by a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of those around her. Her journey into […]

  Published: 16 Jun 2025

• Summer Health Mela

  At the end of May, a Summer Health Mela was held in East Ham with our Bangladeshi community. Ninety-five adults and around 30 children attended the event, creating a positive and supportive energy. Residents were able to visit different stalls and interact with various professionals and community advocates about their health and wellbeing. The event […]

  Published: 13 Jun 2025

• Measles, other childhood diseases and vaccinations

  Measles is highly contagious and spreads very easily among unvaccinated children, especially in nurseries and schools. 1 in 20 children with measles will develop pneumonia. Measles can be fatal. If you think you or your child may have measles, call your GP and ask for an urgent appointment. Measles spreads easily and so your GP […]

  Published: 13 Jun 2025

• Infant Mental Health Awareness Week- 9–15 June 2025

  From day one, a baby’s emotional world is nurtured by caring adults. This week, we shine a light on the 2025 theme: Who is holding the baby? It’s okay to need a little help especially when life feels overwhelming. In Newham, a network of caring professionals and parents are available to support parents including: Looking […]

  Published: 11 Jun 2025

• NHS vaccine campaign (Bright Start in Life) 

  With childhood infections such as measles and whooping cough rising, it is imperative that we all prioritise immunisation to protect our youngest community members. The impact of childhood infections cannot be overstated. England’s current levels of population immunity fall short of the World Health Organisation’s recommended threshold of 95%, leaving those who are unvaccinated or […]

  Published: 11 Jun 2025

• Nutrition support to Newham families

  The Early Start Nutrition Team deliver FREE online nutrition support to Newham families, including webinars and online course. Webinars Two 45 minute webinars, providing families with information, tips and recipe ideas, plus a chance to ask questions. Weaning your Baby– Monday 16th June at 1:30pm The webinar covers: Families can register using the following link: […]

  Published: 04 Jun 2025

• Ashok’s Vision International wins national photography competition

  Newham youth mental health charity, Ashok’s Vision International, has won the Mental Health Foundation’s national photography competition to find the best community images across the UK, and with it – a £200 prize of vouchers to spend on their organisation which supports youth mental health in Newham.  The initiative for the addition of a ‘Community’ […]

  Published: 04 Jun 2025

• Meet a Changemaker: Marcus Serene Beginnings, Founder CEO, A Mother’s Space

  Marcus has been a Newham resident for 15 years and founded A Mother’s Space  to support vulnerable mothers. With a background as a building surveyor and six years of fostering experience, Marcus saw first-hand the struggles mothers face and was inspired to create a space for practical and emotional support. His charity provides accessible community-based services […]

  Published: 03 Jun 2025

• Newham smokers encouraged to quit for World No Tobacco Day

  To mark World No Tobacco Day on 31 May the Council is redoubling its campaign to encourage smokers to quit with support from “Quit Well Newham”. In the last year, over 1000 smokers in Newham were supported to quit. This year’s theme for World No Tobacco Day is ‘Unmasking the Appeal’ highlighting the dangers of […]

  Published: 02 Jun 2025

• Caring about Equality – Carers Week 2025

  Carers Week is a national campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities. Please use this week to think about how you support carers and remind yourself about resources for carers available in Newham. This year the theme is ‘Caring About […]

  Published: 30 May 2025