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Help Shape LGBTQIA+ Health & Wellbeing In Our Boroughs

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Help Shape LGBTQIA+ Health & Wellbeing In Our Boroughs

 The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea ad Westminster City Council are proud to launch a new Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) focused on health, wellbeing and everyday experiences of LGBTQIA+ people across our two boroughs.
 
This important work will help build a clearer understanding of the lived experiences of LGTBQIA+ residents in Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster ensuring future services, support and strategies are inclusive, informed and responsive to community need.

Listening to Lived Experiences 

The assessment will explore the key issues affecting LGTBQIA+ communities including:

  • Physical and mental health
  • Access to health and support services
  • Community safety and sense of belonging
  • Social connection and wellbeing
  • Barriers, inequalities and opportunities for improvement

By gathering meaningful insight directly from residents and service providers, we can better understand what is working well and where change is needed.

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Choose how to take part 

 
You can contribute by completing the online survey or taking part in a confidential interview, whichever feels right for you
  • Online Survey now live and will remain open until 29 March: This is an opportunity for LGBTQIA+ residents who live, work or study in Kensington and Chelsea or Westminster to share experiences and help shape future health and wellbeing support across boroughs. Your insight will contribute to a stronger, evidence base, helping ensure services are inclusive, responsive and designed around real community needs.

         Taking part is quick, confidential and an important step towards meaningful, long term improvement.

  • Confidential one-to-one interviews for in-depth insights: If your prefer to speak more detail, SMST Research Angency who are commissioning the survey are also offering confidential one-to-one interviews as per of this assessment.  
         Interviews are open to LGBTQIA+ community members and representatives from statutory and non statutory support services  
         operating across Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster. 
 
         These conversations will explore lives experiences, across services, barriers and opportunities for improvement. All discussions will be               handled sensitively and in strict confidence. 
 
To find out more or express interest in taking part in the interviews, please contact the SMSR research team at info@smsr.co.uk.
         
Complete the Survey

A New Era Of Outdoor Sport, Fitness And Community Shine at Johnsons Place Launch

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A New Era For Outdoor Sport, Fitness And Community Spirit Shine At Johnsons Place Launch

A fantastic community celebration marked the official launch of the new Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) and outdoor gym at Johnsons Place on Monday 9th February.

Residents, partners, councillors and coaches from SportWestminster came together to mark the official opening of the upgraded outdoor sports facilities, designed to give residents of all ages more opportunities to get active in the heart of the community. The event really showcased the energy, enthusiasm and community spirit the the new space is set to inspire.

A great turn out from the community, and plenty of happy faces as children tried out the new facilities for the first time, some of our councillors got in on the action too!

Built for play, training and everyday fitness

The upgrade includes eight brand new pieces of outdoor gym equipment, new lighting, fencing, multi-use surfacing, goals, basketball hoops, and seating, delivered by the amazing team at Play Innovation, who have recently been shortlisted for a SAPCA (Sports and Play Construction Association), award for their groundbreaking work on this project. 

The investment in Johnsons Place forms part of Westminster’s wider commitment to improving access to outdoor sport and physical activity spaces. By enhancing local facilities, we are helping to remove barriers to participation and encourage healthier, more active lifestyles across the city.

Whether you’re organising a casual kick about with friends, trying out a new fitness routine or looking for somewhere for the kids to blow of some steam, Johnson’s Place is ready and waiting to become a vibrant hub for outdoor sport and community activity.

Celebrating Erma: A Bikework’s Community Champion

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Celebrating Erma: A Bikeworks' Community Champion

We wanted to shine a light on one our local Bikeworks’ All Ability instructors, Erma. She has been an integral part of of the Cycle Connect Westminster Pilot and has recently been rcognised as a Community Champion in Cycling UK’s 100 Women in Cycling 2025.

Community Legend Erma In Action

Erma has been a long standing member of the local community, is well known and highly regarded across the club and through Cycle Connect Westminster. She  consistently delivers sessions no matter what the weather, always putting the needs of residents first.

Erma’s leadership is grounded in putting the community first, with her work being firmly centred on day to day contact, building trust with participants over time. For her, cycling is more than just a physical activity. She uses it as a tool to provide an inclusive space and her presence has been key in making these services accessible to all.

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Boost Your Wellbeing With Free Community Workshops Across Westminster

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Boost Your Wellbeing With Free Community Workshops Across Westminster

Our Westminster Mental Health Outreach Service is offering a range of friendly wellbeing workshops for local residents 18+. 

These sessions are designed to help look after your mental and emotional wellbeing, connect with others and build healthy habits – all in a relaxed, welcoming environment. No booking required, and all session are completely FREE of charge.

Support designed with you in mind

Our sessions take a holistic approach to wellbeing, supporting mental, emotional and physical health through mindfulness, nutrition and connect. 

Mindfullness: Take time to pause, breathe and reset with guided mindfulness sessions.

  • In Person: Tuesdays, 1:00 – 2:00pm at 4 Frampton Street, NW8 8LF
  • Online: Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Nourish and Thrive: A nutrition-focused wellbeing session exploring how food can support your mental and physical health. 
  • Wednesdays, 11:30 – 12:30am at 4 Lilestone Street, NW8 8SU
Talk it Out: Enjoy a relaxed peer support session over coffee, with space to chat, share and connect.
  • Fornightly every Friday, 12:00 – 1:00pm at Victoria Library – next session this Friday 23rd
Whether you decide to one or all three, these workshops offer a great opportunity to meet new people, learn practical wellbeing skills and feel more connected within the local community.

For more information contact the Westminster Mental Health Outreach Team at: WCCMHOUTREACH@westminster.gov.uk

Come along, take part and invest in wellbeing. Your community is here for you.

Dance Together And Feel Great At Our New Women’s Dance Fit Class At Jubilee

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Dance Together And Feel Great At Our New Women's Dance Fit Class At Jubilee

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Women’s Dance Fit class at Jubilee Community Centre, created to support women navigating the changes of pre-menopause while welcoming all women who want to move, connect and have fun.

Dance is a fantastic form of excercise that improves cardiovascular fitness, mobility, balance and muscle strength. For women experiencing menopause, regular physical activity can help manage stress, boost energy levels, improve sleep and support overall wellbeing.

The class also focused on the power of connection. Dancing together in a relaxed group settingcan lift mood, build confidence and create valuable bonds within the local community.

One tap, one scan, one great dance class! Book by clicking on the flyer, scan the QR Code or via the Everyone Active App.

Whether your looking for ways to improve your mobility, meet new people or simple enjoy moving to the music, all women are welcome to join

  • When: Monday between 1:00 – 1:45pm
  • Where: Jubilee Community Centre
  • Cost: £3:45
To book, scan the QR on the above flyer or book on the Everyone Active app.

Come along, dance your way to better health, happiness and community

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