Representation

The Albany is a community arts centre and cultural venue in Deptford, Lewisham that hosts theatre, music, dance, workshops and community programmes. It works with local artists, young people and residents to support creativity, cultural participation and community engagement, while also running projects focused on social impact, education and environmental sustainability.

The Somerville is a community centre in Lewisham that provides a safe and supportive space where children and young people can play, learn and develop through informal educational activities. Its programmes aim to build confidence, independence and cooperation while helping steer young people away from crime and antisocial behaviour. The centre also supports families and the wider community through skills development, healthy living initiatives and opportunities for people of all ages to connect, learn and participate in community life.

Community Connections Lewisham is a free social prescribing service run by Age UK Lewisham and Southwark that helps adults in the borough discover and access local groups, services and activities that can improve their health, wellbeing and social connection. The service offers information, referrals and short-term personalised support, as well as initiatives such as befriending, volunteer transport and weekly community drop-ins.

Lewisham Speaking Up (LSUP) is an independent charity based in the London Borough of Lewisham that supports people with learning disabilities to speak up, be heard and have greater influence over decisions that affect their lives by providing advocacy, self-advocacy groups and related support services. It works with individuals and groups to promote independence, respect and inclusion and to help people with learning disabilities express their views and rights to public services and other organisations.