We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully secured vital funding from both The National Lottery Community Fund and Sport England’s Movement Fund to significantly expand our community engagement and well-being work right here...
Why Action West London Is the Anchor Charity West London Needs Right Now If you spend any time in our communities in Ealing or Hillingdon — properly spend time, not just dip in for a photo opportunity — you’ll know that people are tired....
This week is volunteer week, and so today we meet Steve Marsden, our Website Management Volunteer at Action West London. Hi Steve, tell us about who you are and what you do outside of volunteering for Action West London I am a retired...
Pride Month. For many, it’s a vibrant explosion of colour, a joyful celebration of love, identity, and community. And rightly so. It’s a crucial time to acknowledge the hard-won rights and visibility of LGBTQ+ individuals and to...
A day in the life Today we meet Jonathan Campbell, the Employer Engagement Manager at Action West London. Hi Jonathan, what’s your role at Action West London, and how long have you been with the charity? I’m the Employer Engagement...
Today we meet Reverend Joseph Fernandes, one of our newest trustees. Joseph, who is the Anglican Rector of St Mary’s Acton, joined our board last year. Alongside his role as Rector, he serves as the London Diocesan Chaplain for the Gypsy...
February marks UK LGBTQ+ History Month, a time to celebrate the rich history and ongoing contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. This year’s theme, “Activism and Social Change,” deeply resonates with Action West London’s...
The UK’s public sector is grappling with an unprecedented crisis: rising demand, dwindling budgets, and an over-reliance on costly private sector solutions. Nowhere is this more evident than in the care system, where Local Authorities are...
In the vibrant heart of West London, a silent crisis is unfolding. Hundreds of young people find themselves trapped in the NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) cycle, facing barriers that seem insurmountable. Many of them...
Today we meet Shahid Dharamsi one of our newest trustees. Shahid is currently am Assistant Director within the EY Corporate Finance team in London, he specialises in sustainable infrastructure and green financing. As qualified chartered...
What a year it has been for Action West London (AWL)! 2024 was a year of so many significant achievements for AWL and we’re proud to share with you the impact we’ve made in our communities with a few examples of our work over the last...
A day in the life Today we meet Mary Horesh , the Acton Market, Reduce and Recycle Hub Manager at Action West London. Mary , tell us about your role and how long have you been with the charity I have been working at Action West London for...
