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Mpox_banner_USE_THIS.jpgMPox Clade 1 Travel advice to affected areas

Please see important information about MPox including:

  • What is mpox
  • How is it spread
  • What are the symptoms
  • Travel to countries reporting cases and bordering countries
  • If you are unwell when you return
  • Promoting safe travel

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Helping BAME patients access NHS services in North West London

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The BME Health Forum’s Health Advocacy project has involved training bilingual Health Advocates from a number of BAME community groups to help patients in their own language.

This project is funded by the National Lottery.

The video above was made by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust showing the impact that Health Advocates make in their hospitals in understanding the barriers that many of their patients are facing.

Read more about this project here


 You Need To Know - NHS womb cancer awareness campaign

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The 'You Need To Know' campagn was launched on the 31st January. Womb cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women in the United Kingdom. It is important to understand what women know about this cancer so that we can increase awareness. Several campaign assets have been developed such as posters, images, and a video that can be shared of which the BME Health Forum's Phayza Fudlalla took part in (see above). These can be shared on Social media, newsletters and placed in community settings. A video in Arabic is also now available.


Bi Borough VCS Health and Wellbeing Strategy

This Strategy has been developed over a period of months through a collaborative process with the voluntary and community sector and colleagues from across the statutory sector/NHS. It presents a number of case studies from the VCS including from the BME Health Forum that illustrate its main goals and offers a set of clear recommended actions.

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News/Events/Jobs/Services/Activities

» Inclusive Coaches opportunity supported by London Youth Games

Applications are now open for our LYG 2025 Inclusive Coaches Programme. London Youth Games Inclusive Coaches is a growing community of diverse coaches developing, connecting and championing inclusive sports delivery within London Youth Games and beyond. We are looking for coaches and aspiring coaches in London who are a minimum of 18 years. Coaches and instructors from all sport and movement backgrounds welcome with A Level 1 equivalent in any sport and/or experience in an educational setting desired.

» Compassionate care for all - Improving adult community specialist palliative care in north west London

As you know, NHS North West London has been asking residents to share their views on proposed improvements to adult community specialist palliative care services, as part of our commitment to provide compassionate, high-quality support for people with a life-limiting illnesses, for which there is no cure. With less than one month to go, we want to make sure as many people as possible have the opportunity to respond and give their views.

» EVENT: Interactive workshop on Genuine Coproduction (19.02.2025)

The Recovery and Wellbeing College (RWC) of Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) will be delivering an in-person, interactive workshop on Genuine Coproduction on the 19th February 10 - 12.30pm. This is open to our staff, our partners, volunteers and local residents wanting to understand more about coproduction.

» Mental Health Ward Volunteer Opportunity at St Charles Hospital

Central and North West London (CNWL) NHS Trust has Mental Health Ward Volunteer opportunities at St Charles Hospital - Mental Health Centre. This role is part of their VtC programme, which is designed to give volunteers practical experience in mental health care while supporting our incredible teams. Volunteers help with tasks like organising recreational activities, assisting with practical tasks, and providing general ward support - all under the guidance of our wonderful staff.

» Carers Network Job Opportunities (apply by 03.03.2025)

Carers Network currently have two job opportunities: Carers Caseworker - providing unpaid carers with support, by providing a confidential listening ear and one-to-one information and advice; and Information, Advice and Guidance Officer providing unpaid adult carers with support on a variety of subjects such as carers’ rights and entitlements, basic welfare benefits information, making sense of forms and paperwork, or accessing support for the person they look after.

» Corporate support for community projects - Spring 2025

This is a follow-up on the community projects that One Westminster have been advertising to Westminster Responsible Businesses this winter. Please let One Westminster know if you have received business support so far, or if these projects are still in need, then we can update and re-advertise them. Furthermore if you have other charity requests for corporate support for upcoming months, just get in touch. We can promote these in the Spring edition of the Community Investment bulletin, which goes out to hundreds of businesses in Westminster Council’s Responsible Business Network.

» Young Westminster Foundation February Newsletter (2025)

Please see the latest newsletter from Young Westminster Foundation with several training, job and funding opportunities including: How to talk to young people about sex and relationships; Young K&C Foundation are growing their team; Building the boundaries masterclass; Community Contribution Fund; Ward budget funding; Harley Street Community Fund; and more.

» Free business course funded by Westminster City Council

Looking for help with getting your business off the ground? The Rebel School is excited to share an incredible opportunity for the Westminster community! We’re hosting a fully funded, in-person course at Grand Junction, Rowington Cl, W2 5TF from Monday 17 to Friday 28 February 2025.

» Community Resilience Small Grants Scheme

One Westminster is excited to launch the Community Resilience small grants scheme in partnership with the Resilience Team at Westminster City Council. This initiative aims to empower communities and individuals to prepare, respond to and recover from future emergencies and major incidents.

» PAPYRUS - Free suicide prevention training

PAPYRUS are offering two fully funded suicide prevention trainings: SPOT - for people in hair/beauty and hospitality industries in North West London and South West London; and SPEAK - for anybody in NWL - popular for those with safeguarding responsibilities.
Services & Activities

» Age UK leaflet of Westminster services (May 2024)

Please see the current services leaflet for Age UK Westminster including details about: Information and Advice service; Complex needs Information and Advice and Advocacuy service, Wellbeing and Connections post discharge service, Activities, Lunch clubs, and Face to face and telephone befriending services.

» Al-Aman (DVIP) Arabic Speaking service

DVIP’s Al-aman service has continued to receive funding from London Councils to support women from Arabic speaking communities who have been affected by gender based violence, forced marriage, female genital mutilation and honour based violence...

» Breathe Easy Support Group

DO YOU LIVE IN PIMLICO AND SUFFER FROM A BREATHING PROBLEM? BREATHE EASY PADDINGTON is your Westminster patient support group, for anyone affected by a lung condition. We offer mutual support, information...

» British Red Cross Refugees and Befriending Project

The British Red Cross runs four 'Refugees and Befriending Projects' (R'n'B) for young unaccompanied refugees and asylum seekers aged 14-21. Our peer-led befriending projects are facilitated by peer-befrienders and adult volunteers...

» CB Plus financial services to Charities

CB Plus provide an accountancy, payroll and independent examination servicem at a much cheaper cost than a commercial rate. It's specifically for VCS organisations so advice is specialised. We can do one-off services or complete accounts services. Services include: Bookkeeping and financial systems; Payroll services; and financial planning.

» Counselling Directory - search for a counsellor or psychotherapist near you

Counselling Directory was set up as a free, confidential service to encourage those in distress to seek help. Visitors can read about different areas of distress, view useful articles written by counsellors and refine their...

» Deaf Hope Services

Deaf Hope is a new specialist domestic abuse service for Deaf women and children, and the first service of its kind in the UK. We have been established around 18 months and our current funding is...

» Dementia Adviser Service in Westminster

The Westminster Dementia Adviser service provides advice, information and guidance to those who have received a diagnosis of dementia, as well as their families and supporters. As well as working in partnership with NHS...

» Domestic abuse and Sexual violence Information about Helpline services in your area

Please see below some information about domestic and sexual violence helplines that are funded by London Councils and available in your area...

» FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) Service

West London African Women's service - Community support and information...