We just wanted to remind you about the Reverse Vending Machine at Paddington Recreation Ground. 

Just to refresh your memory, following one of the Climate Assembly’s recommendations, the machine was installed with the aim to incentivise recycling. 

For every correctly recycled single use bottle or aluminium can, North Paddington Youth Centre will receive 10p worth of funding. How great is that? You can do something good for the environment, whilst raising funds!

As of today Monday 5th February ActiveWestminster Network partners are invited to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £1000. This funding can be used to support a new or to upscale an existing health and wellbeing physical activity community project. 

Submission Deadline: Sunday 3rd March 2024 at midnight 

Project Delivery Timeframe: April 2024 – September 2024

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

Black on Board is a free governance training programme for the Global Majority – Black, Brown, Asian and dual heritage individuals. 

The programme is delivered by Olmec (an award winning, Black and Minoritised Communities led, Race Equality organisation) in collaboration with Westminster City Council and is designed to support personal development and improve management skills with a view to enable people to take on board positions.

The application deadline is Monday 19th February 2024 so make sure you take advantage of this amazing development opportunity!

Why apply?

As a participant you will receive:

– Knowledge of how to sit on a board

– CV and interview support

– Board opportunities

– Mentorship

– Network opportunities

Who can apply?

To be eligible to participate, you must be:

– 16 years of age and over

– From a Global Majority background

– Live, work or study in the Westminster

For further information about the programme or to get support completing the application form, you can email: communitydevelopmentteam@westminster.gov.uk

You can also find additional information here: Black on Board Application Process 

Please note that the Paddington Recreation Ground car park will be closed as of this Thursday 18th January as outlined below. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

– 18th – 21st January: Accessible bays will be available

– 22nd – 26th January: Full car park closure

– 27th – 29th January: Accessible bays will be available

Normal access will resume as of next Tuesday 30th January.

From Monday 5th February, ActiveWestminster Network partners are invited to submit a proposal for funding support of up to £1000. This funding can be used to support a new or upscaling of a health and wellbeing physical activity community project. 

Submission Deadline: Sunday 3rd March 2024 at midnight 

Project Delivery Timeframe: April 2024 – September 2024

Please note funding is subject to network partners and their projects meeting specific criteria as outlined on on our dedicated page on our website – you can find all the information you need here: Network Activity Project Funding 

We know that Winter can be a really tough time for all, with the long dark days and colder weather. That’s why it is so important to indulge in some self care and keep moving. And lucky for you there are some wonderful FREE NHS Community Workshops over the next few weeks that will help you do exactly that.

Chase those anxieties away and boost your mood!

Dates: Thursday 25th January and Thursday 1st February 

Time: Between 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Jubilee Community Leisure Centre, 22 Lancefield St, London W10 4NW

These sessions are open to everybody aged 16 and above and have been designed to promote evidence-based knowledge that supports a healthier lifestyle and general wellbeing. 

Each session will include light physical activity suited to all abilities and a variety of information stalls will be present, giving you access to a tonne of free resources.

Take positive steps towards better self care and sign up today: Community Living Well Workshops