Active, healthy and resourceful communities
Within Southwark it is important that we recognise the diversity of those resourceful communities working outside of the NHS. These include health charities concerned with the physical and mental health and wellbeing of residents as well as those dedicated to promoting social and cultural cohesion in the borough and beyond.
The opportunities afforded by connecting these various organisations emphasises the importance of engagement as outlined in the Southwark Five Year Forward View. The Southwark PPG Network works to further bring together resources in the community.
A comprehensive list of Southwark based voluntary and community organisations can be found at Community Southwark.
Case Studies
Southwark Women's Forum
Click here to find out more about Southwark Women's Forum work in providing a safe and secure space for women with lived experience of mental health problems.
Sporting Recovery
Click here to find out more about Sporting Recovery's work to help tackle the stigma associated with mental illness
Urban Growth
Click here to find out more about Urban Growth's efforts to bring people together and improve outdoor spaces
South London Cares
Click here to find out how South London Cares are reconnecting people and places in the community
Tennis2Bee
Click here to read more about Tennis2Bee and their work in promoting healthy lifestyles for all residents
CoolTan Arts
Click here to read more about CoolTan Arts' work in creative and collaborative community engagement
Project Melbourne
To read more about the efforts of Project Melbourne to combat loneliness and isolation, click here
