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Creating fairer futures across East London and beyond through community-led change.

07/10/2026

🎭 What could the future of creative and cultural space in Newham look like?

On Tuesday 3 November, Creative Newham Creative Spaces Symposium 2026 will bring together artists, cultural organisations, community groups, developers, architects, funders and partners to explore this question.

Foundation for Future London is proud to be supporting the Symposium and taking part in the conversation, as part of our Westfield Better Futures programme, powered by Westfield Stratford City.

As Newham continues to grow and change, it’s important that communities have a voice in shaping their neighbourhoods, and that creative spaces remain accessible, relevant and sustainable.

Join us for a day of honest conversation, practical exchange and new connections.

📅 Tuesday 3 November 2026
⏰ 9.30am–4.30pm
📍 English National Ballet, London City Island

Find out more and register: https://www.creativenewham.com/creative-newham-symposium-2026

01/10/2026

📢 Funding opportunity for organisations in Tower Hamlets

Save the Children UK Tower Hamlets team has launched a new round of Community Power innovation funding, supporting local organisations and services to develop projects for young children and their families.

At least 5 projects will receive up to £15,000 each, with funding focused on:

🌱 Healthy and happy beginnings – supporting the mental and physical health and wellbeing of young children and their families.

🤝 Connecting with your family and community – helping families find and access the services and spaces they need.

📅 Deadline: 12pm (midday), 5 October 2026

Projects must take place between November 2026 and June 2027.

Find out more and access the application guidance: https://www.savethechildren.org.uk/what-we-do/child-poverty/uk-child-poverty/england/tower-hamlets

This opportunity is delivered by Save the Children’s Tower Hamlets team with community partners.

30/09/2026

📢 Job opportunity: Executive Director at East London Dance

Our grantee, East London Dance, is looking for an Executive Director to join its leadership team and help shape the organisation’s next chapter.

The role will provide strategic, operational and financial leadership, helping East London Dance build a sustainable future and strengthen its relationships, partnerships and work across the east London dance community.

📍 East London
💷 £48,000–£50,000 per year
📅 Apply by Thursday 8 October, 12 noon

Find out more about the role and how to apply: https://www.eastlondondance.org/opportunities/job-vacancy-executive-director/

24/09/2026

🎵 Music Is Black: Industry Insights

24 September | 6.00pm to 9.00pm | Good Growth Hub

An evening of honest conversations, career insights and networking with leading music industry professionals, including representatives from SoundCloud, independent artists and creatives.

Find out more and sign up: https://goodgrowthhub.org.uk/events/music-is-black-industry-insights-24-september-2026

23/09/2026

🚨 Last chance - applications closing soon. Stand out in the retail industry with real-world training!

Looking to explore a career in retail? We pay attention when we see someone with the skills you need to succeed on the shop floor. With INCO Academy's Step Into Retail, you can gain the knowledge you need to show us you mean business.

Why Step Into Retail?
✔️ Learn practical skills for the salesroom floor and beyond.
✔️ Develop professional and transferrable skills like communication, teamwork, and problem solving.
✔️ Grow your employability with personalised coaching, including CV and job application reviews, interview prep, and more.

Step Into Retail today and get noticed faster by employers who are ready to hire.

Apply now: https://bit.ly/4n4JInC

Designed and delivered by INCO Academy. Powered byWestfield Stratford City .

22/09/2026

We’ve had a fantastic second week of Portfolio!

Our young creatives have been getting hands on with practical digital skills, building confidence and creating exciting, new work for their portfolios in DJing, music production, film making, photography and concept art. We can’t wait to see what they make! Their work will be displayed in Redbridge Libraries later in the year – watch this space!

Portfolio is for people aged 16–25 living in Redbridge to learn new skills and start shaping their future in the creative industries.
Take a look at what the group have been up to - our digital classes are helping them grow, experiment and build a portfolio they’re proud of.

Stay updated with the programme: 👉 https://coloursofredbridge.com/whats-on

Portfolio is supported by A New Direction and Foundation for Future London, with additional funding from Redbridge Neighbourhood CIL.

Muslimah Sports Association - MSA Ilford Town Centre Age UK Ekota Academy Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure SPACE Community Action Redbridge True Cadence CIC Almass Badat

14/09/2026

Looking to build your skills and explore a career in retail?

Step Into Retail, designed and delivered by INCO Academy and powered by Westfield Stratford City , is a free online course offering practical training, career coaching and opportunities to connect with employers.

Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/4n4JInC

Foundation for Future London is proud to support this opportunity.

13/09/2026

Britain’s Lost Girls is now available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

Our COLLABORATE: SAFER SPACES commission partner, Amour Destiné CIC, contributed to this important documentary through team member Natalie Johnson, IDVA and PhD Researcher, alongside the powerful contribution of one of the survivors they support.

Sharing lived experience takes courage. These stories can help us understand where systems need to listen, learn and change.

As a survivor-led organisation working with Black women and girls, Amour Destiné brings vital insight into abuse, exploitation and the gaps in protection that can leave girls and young women at risk.

We’re proud to support organisations that create space for lived experience to shape conversations and drive meaningful change.

Watch on BBC iPlayer: Britain’s Lost Girls
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0031c4c/britains-forgotten-girls

12/09/2026

Today, Ilford’s streets will come alive with giant sea creatures, samba beats and plenty of colour.

Treasures of the Tide is a free community parade that brings people together to celebrate creativity, community and the local area, from Colours of Redbridge.

Starting at Valentine’s Park Café at 11am, the parade will make its way through Ilford, finishing at The Exchange around midday.

We’re proud to have funded this event through Westfield Better Futures, alongside Westfield Stratford City.

Everyone is welcome — all ages and all abilities.

Find the full route, viewing areas and accessibility information:
https://coloursofredbridge.com/events/treasures-of-the-tide-street-parade/

10/09/2026

What happens when young people and care-experienced people are given the space to share their stories, knowledge and ambitions?

Real conversations. New connections. And the possibility for meaningful change.

We’re proud to see King Simpson, who is involved in our Co-Creating Meaningful Change with Care Leavers programme, taking part in Transformation Talk Conference 2026.

This year’s event explores Legacy Through Mentorship: Empowering the Next Generation — bringing together young people, care-experienced individuals, mentors, professionals and organisations for an afternoon of inspiration, conversation and connection.

📅 Saturday 26 September
🕐 1pm–5pm
📍 Millwall St Luke’s, Alpha Grove, London

If you're ready to connect, learn and explore what’s possible, this could be the room for you.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transformation-talk-conference-legacy-through-mentorship-nextgen-tickets-1997271055492

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