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Our vision for Islington is of an equal borough where everyone can enjoy a life free from poverty and access the many opportunities on offer in their local area. 

Stories

She Can Empower: Pole dancing to boost strength, fitness and mental health
July 16, 2024

At Islington Giving, we support local initiatives that spark joy, foster community connection and make a lasting impact. One such initiative is She Can Empower, a previous Make it Happen grantee and current

“We’re changing lives, not just offering a hand.” ~ Community Language Support Services (CLSS)
June 27, 2024

CLSS is a lifeline for East African and Arabic-speaking refugees with limited English skills. Founded by local residents in 2005, they provide essential advice, information, advocacy, workshops and outreach. Whether social, economic or

The Friends of Pooles Park nurtures community connection
June 25, 2024

The Friends of Pooles Park’s ‘Naturehood for our Neighbourhood’ Project has blossomed over the years, fostering community connection, environmental stewardship and wellbeing for local children and families. In 2004, Pooles Park Primary School

The Toy Project’s Impact on Islington’s Children
June 24, 2024

The TOY Project was founded in 2013 by Jane Garfield and Angela Donovan and started life as a part-time operation run out of Jane’s living room. It soon outgrew the space and was

Say It Loud Club: A critical lifeline for LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers
June 23, 2024

Say It Loud Club is the community of LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers in the UK. Founded in 1994 by Aloysius Ssali, one of the first individuals to obtain refugee status in the

A conversation with Lydia and Noemi, our community researchers
March 11, 2024

Our recent research: ‘Challenging inequality through community connection in Islington’ sought to listen to and learn from residents in Islington. The report, which details insight from residents’ lives and experiences, will help to

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