The event is part of celebrations for LGBTQ+ History Month in February.  

Residents across Hounslow are invited to attend an LGBTQ+ event on Wednesday 5 February at Hounslow House, hosted by Hounslow Council and its LGBTQ+ Advisory Group. The event will mark LGBTQ+ History month and celebrate the activism of the LGBTQ+ community and social change brought by their efforts in their quest for equality.  

LGBTQ+ community groups and charities will outline how they support LGBTQ+ residents and celebrate their role in Hounslow so far.  

Keynote speakers include  

• Founder and CEO of West London Queer Project, that aims to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ people in West London and beyond, offering fun events, a safe space, a welcoming, supportive and safe environment.  
• Communication and Campaigns Lead from Galop , which have supported LGBTQ+ people experiencing hate crime, domestic abuse, and sexual violence.  
• Groupwork Lead from project Cherish Hounslow – part of Metro Charity, which provides mental health support for LGBTQ+ people who live, work, or study in Hounslow.  
• Engagement Team from LGBTQ+ Consortium, supporting LGBTQ+ organisations and groups

Along with the keynote speakers, the event will also highlight a special speech by NAZ Charity CEO and Co-chair of the LGBTQ+ Advisory Forum, Parminder Sekhon, on the importance of Zero HIV Stigma Day.  

The event will also host a quiz that highlights the momentous activism of the LGBTQ+ community.  

Councillor Ajmer Grewal, Cabinet Member for Residents Support, Communities and Equalities at Hounslow Council, said:  

“Hounslow is proud to have a vibrant LGBTQ+ community and our community partners play an integral role in fostering a culture where everyone is welcome in Hounslow.  

“This event highlights how the LGBTQ+ community have challenged discrimination, shifted attitudes and shown courage in making change a reality.  

“I would encourage residents to attend this event and learn how the Council is committed to making Hounslow a more equal borough – ensuring every resident can thrive and feel part of our diverse community.”  

Residents can book their place here.  For any questions or specific requests about the event, please email Hounslow Council at equalities@hounslow.gov.uk  

Time & Location

01 Feb 2025, 10:00 – 13:00. Outside Old Oak Florist, Pitshanger Ln, London, UK

About the Event

Pitshanger Lane Green Community Wellness Day

Join us on the 1st of February 2025 between 10am – 1pm for a day of creativity, mindfulness, and community at the Pitshanger Lane Green Community Wellness Day!

This family focused event is all about bringing people together to relax, recharge, and reconnect with nature through fun, hands-on activities.

Arts and Crafts Stall Paint your very own plant pots in a welcoming space for all ages. Our friendly team of volunteers will guide you through techniques and spark your creativity.

Gardening Stall Discover the joy of growing English native flowers, vegetables and herbs. Use your newly painted pots or eco-friendly containers to sow seeds that support pollinators and expand our local green spaces.

Mindfulness Tent Find your calm and learn tools for a healthier, happier life. Including creative activities and tips which can help us to be more mindful.

Time & Location

02 Feb 2025, 10:00 – 13:00. Outside RSK, Northfields Avenue, Northfield Ave, London, UK

About the Event

Northfields Avenue Green Community Wellness Day

Join us on the 2nd of February 2025 between 10am – 1pm for a day of creativity, mindfulness, and community at the Northfields Avenue Green Community Wellness Day!

This family focused event is all about bringing people together to relax, recharge, and reconnect with nature through fun, hands-on activities.

Arts and Crafts Stall Paint your very own plant pots in a welcoming space for all ages. Our friendly team of volunteers will guide you through techniques and spark your creativity.

Gardening Stall Discover the joy of growing English native flowers, vegetables and herbs. Use your newly painted pots or eco-friendly containers to sow seeds that support pollinators and expand our local green spaces.

Mindfulness Tent Find your calm and learn tools for a healthier, happier life. Including creative activities and tips which can help us to be more mindful.

Sign Up: https://www.znaniyefoundation.co.uk/events

This is a friendly reminder about the upcoming Green Skills Bootcamp, a fantastic free opportunity for Hounslow residents looking to kickstart a career in land management and green spaces.

Course highlights: 

This four-week course combines classroom learning with real-world experience, offering training in

• Trimming and maintaining trees, shrubs, and hedges
• Planting and caring for green spaces
• Habitat management and tree surveying
• Operating landscaping tools and machinery

Why join? 

• Completely free, with travel and childcare costs covered
• 1:1 employment support, including CV building and interview preparation
• Guaranteed job interview with one of our partner employers
• Certificates awarded upon completion

Key information:

• Start Date: Monday 24th February 2025
• Part time course, 5 days a week (10.00-14.00)
• Location: Meadowbank Adult Education Centre, Cranford
• Eligibility:
  • Aged 19+ and a resident of Hounslow
  • Currently unemployed or in receipt of means-tested benefits

Don’t miss the Resident Q&A Session:

We’re hosting a Q&A session to answer all your questions and help with enrolment:

• Date: Wednesday 22nd January
• Time: 10:00–11:00 am
• Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/green-skills-bootcamp-qa-session-tickets-1113748675269?aff=oddtdtcreator

Apply now! 

To apply, visit: https://workhounslow.co.uk/Web%20Forms/WebUser/PublicVacancyOverview.aspx?VacancyId=CMijACBLvdPSgopNnyeT+g==

This is a wonderful chance to gain valuable skills, certifications, and job opportunities in a growing sector.

The Green Skills Bootcamp is a free, four-week course offering hands-on training in grounds maintenance, with a mix of classroom learning and real-world work experience. Participants will gain skills in areas like:

• Trimming and maintaining trees, shrubs, and hedges
• Planting and caring for green spaces
• Habitat management and tree surveying
• Operating landscaping tools and machinery

Why join?

• Completely free, with travel and childcare costs covered
• Receive 1:1 employment support, including CV building and interview preparation
• Guaranteed job interview with one of our partner employers
• Certificates awarded upon completion

Eligibility criteria:

• Aged 19+ and a resident of Hounslow
• Currently unemployed or in receipt of means-tested benefits

The bootcamp starts on Monday 24th February 2025, and runs part-time (10:00 am – 2:00 pm) at Meadowbank Adult Education Centre in Cranford. A pre-learning session will also be held to provide support with CV writing and enrolment.

If you or someone you know is interested, you can:

• Register for the Resident Q&A Session on Wednesday 22nd January 2025, from 10:00–11:00 am via Eventbrite here.
• Apply directly at: https://workhounslow.co.uk/Web%20Forms/WebUser/PublicVacancyOverview.aspx?VacancyId=CMijACBLvdPSgopNnyeT+g==

This is a fantastic chance to gain valuable skills, certifications, and job opportunities in a growing sector. Please feel free to share this with anyone who might benefit.

For any questions, you can also contact the team at work@hounslow.gov.uk.

Ealing-based Action West London exist to ‘Change lives through Employment, Education, and Enterprise.’ They have a strong track record of delivering employment support services and supporting vulnerable individuals, and they want to hear from local charities, social enterprises, and community groups who are interested in a partnership to bid for funding, develop innovative projects, and ultimately work together to create sustainable opportunities to benefit residents across West London. There is a current opportunity to bid for significant funding to transform employability services in North-West London over the next ten years. Please contact serge.wyett@actionwestlondon.org.uk to have a conversation about getting involved in this bid or future opportunities.

• Receive a grant of £5000 for a duration of 12 months.
• Be enrolled into a Programme for peer research training (for one Black leader or senior member of the organisation). In addition to the grant, we will be compensating the organisation for their time spent on this Programme.
• Be part of discussions and listening circles to improve understanding and develop solutions to barriers to healthcare for the Black population in Ealing (during the peer research training programme).
• Be linked into networks and relevant training opportunities (as required by the organisation).

• This Grant Programme has been designed in response to demands from the Ealing Race Equality Commission (REC).  The REC Report was completed in 2022 to understand the local issues related to race, and the health inequalities experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Report demanded that: Local NHS commissioners draw up a clear plan for greater representation of the African and Caribbean communities in both health service provision and leadership positions in health services.
• Ealing Council and health services are urged to review funding for ethnic minority communities, particularly African and Caribbean communities, who have been disproportionately left behind in health structures and services.

For more information visit https://inspirehounslow.co.uk/

You can also contact grants@inspirehounslow.co.uk