A new nursery run by Bonny Downs Community Association is opening in East Ham South on January 10, 2022 in response to growing demand for places in Newham.
Children in the Bonny Downs area of East Ham circa 1900.
- Credit: BDCA
A former refugee will walk 100 miles barefoot for an East Ham food bank after being shocked by an example of poverty in Newham.
Mentesnot Mengesha settled in Newham 30 years ago after fleeing civil war in Ethiopia and has since built a successful life.
But after seeing a young boy walking to school with his father in Plaistow wearing shoes that were worn out and falling apart, Mr Mengesha felt compelled to act.
Mentesnot Mengesha, who settled in the borough 30 years ago after fleeing civil war in Ethiopia, will walk 100 miles barefoot to raise money for Bonny Downs Community Association.
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1:58 PM January 7, 2021
Voices for Change project consultation co-ordinator Steve Bynon encouraged people to get involved whatever their background or experience.
- Credit: Bonny Downs Community Association
A charity has launched a research project aiming to shape its future services and support Newham’s recovery from the pandemic.
Bonny Downs Community Association (BDCA) in East Ham will engage with people through a series of online and in-person activities and conversations as part of the Voices for Change project.
It will help capture their stories and experiences from the pandemic, share their hopes and priorities for the future and plan activities and services that respond to their needs.