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Women’s Inclusive Team receives The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

Jun 2, 2021

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WIT impact report 2020/21

Apr 29, 2021

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As part of #DiabetesAwarenessWeek #TeamWit would l As part of #DiabetesAwarenessWeek #TeamWit would like to remind our community some key elements of symptoms, risk factors and prevention. ❕➡️ Read carefuly, swipe right & share #TeamWit brochure of #DiabetesAwareness : Symptoms & Prevention ❔What is diabetes Diabetes is a serious condition where your blood glucose level is too high. It can happen when your body doesn’t produce enough insulin, or when you can’t produce any at all. ⚠️Risk Factors: Type 2 diabetes is two to four times more likely in people of South Asian descent and African-Caribbean or Black African descent. Your risk increases with age. You are more at risk if you are white and over 40 or over 25 if you’re African-Caribbean, Black African, or South Asian. 
✅Prevention: Simple lifestyle measures have been shown to be effective in preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes. To help prevent type 2 diabetes and its complications. - Achieve and maintain a healthy body weight - Be physically active
- Eat a healthy diet, avoiding sugar and saturated fats - Avoid tobacco use - smoking increases the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. #DiabetesAwarenessWeek #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #towerhamlets #womenforwomen #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #nonprofitsofinstagram #towerhamletstogether
Our team from the #TheDevelopingPotentialProject a Our team from the #TheDevelopingPotentialProject and all #TeamWit congratulate the women on their final study week on our Aspire course! Although, students of this group have just finished the first stage of their professional development, they will continue to build on their knowledge and skills with guidance of our fantastic program leader Marianne. 💻⠀ Some are going to begin working on their language skills and are now being referred to the Creative English sessions that Hannah delivers. DPP offers wide range of accredited and non-accredited training from, Early Years Childcare, Business Admin, IT, Functional English and Maths and so much more. 📓 📔 Swipe right and take your first step in your career/personal development and sign up to our next group. Head to the link in our bio to sign up. 🖊⠀ #developingpotentialproject #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #towerhamlets #womenforwomen #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #nonprofitsofinstagram #towerhamletstogether
Each week we will be sharing with you one of the n Each week we will be sharing with you one of the nominees from our IWD Wall of Fame and highlighting the amazing work they are doing in the community. 🌟⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This week we introduce you to Zahra Ali, Women's Inclusive Team, our Head Chef and one of our #HooyoEast project leaders that works tirelessly to provide hot meals for community and members 💛⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📸 @madeleinewaller
Women's Inclusive Team has welcomed three young, t Women's Inclusive Team has welcomed three young, talented women to our team! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Farjana, Rejoice and Jackie have joined us as part of @dwpgovuk #Kickstarter scheme, which helps get young people (18-24 yr) into employment and gives them the tools and experience they need to get started on their career path. 🎓⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This week we are pleased to introduce you to Farjana, our Fundraising Assistant! 💛⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Scroll down to find out more about Farjana and her motivation for joining @womensinclusiveteam⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Tell us about yourself?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am a recent graduate; I have a degree in Criminology. Since graduating, I have been seeking an opportunity to apply my skills and gain knowledge in a new environment.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What was your aims and motivation when joining the WIT?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I recently joined WIT as a Fundraising Assistant. I had little knowledge of fundraising, but I was interested in understanding how fundraising works behind the scenes, and the process of acquiring funds as a charity organisation. As part of my role, I support the Fundraising team here at #WIT with researching opportunities for grants from various trusts and corporates, which fund @womensinclusiveteam projects.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Fun fact about yourself!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am terrible at sports - though I did somehow manage to win a table tennis tournament at school during Sports Day!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #womensinclusiveteam #kickstarters #dwpgovuk #youngpeople #career #development #teamwit #towerhamlets #womenforwomen #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #nonprofitsofinstagram #towerhamletstogether
Over 250 children completed our polls on racism, a Over 250 children completed our polls on racism, and a few were brave enough to share their thoughts and experiences with us anonymously. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Unfortunately, racism forms a big part of the lives of our children and young people, and it can really impact their mental health, attainment, well-being and futures. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We are committed to working with schools, organisations and families to making Tower Hamlets safer and more inclusive for our children and young people.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The Rise & Shine programme at @womensinclusiveteam supports children from 5 - 16 years and there are still tickets available for our Youth Conference on Tuesday the 22nd June. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/young-peoples-conference-rise-shine-showcase-tickets-154672281959⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Chaired by Michelle-Lee Izu - Corporate Director for Development & Innovation at @barnardos_uk⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ & head to our links in bio. 🙏🏽⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #riseandshine #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #towerhamlets #nonprofitorganization #towerhamletstogether #riseupandshine
Thank you Clarisse, one of our long term #WIT volu Thank you Clarisse, one of our long term #WIT volunteer’s, we are grateful for all your hard work supporting food-banks. 🙏🏾 Pictured with Safia Jama, the CEO of @womensinclusiveteam, Clarissa says goodbye on her last shift today: “I’ve had the best time and I’ve learnt so much volunteering at WIT. Thank you to everyone”. Once again thank you #Volunteers, with a great honour we share the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK, The Queens Award for Voluntary Service! 💛 @DCMS @TheRoyalFamily #QAVS2021 #WomensInclusiveTeam #VolunteerWeek #womensinclusiveteam #volunteer #volunterring #volunteeropportunity #volunterringmatters #giveback #helpeachother #givingback #philanthropy #givingbacktothecommunity #giving #charitywork
Spaces are open for private childcare at our Chick Spaces are open for private childcare at our Chicksand Preschool Nursery for children from ages 2-5 years old. 🌈🌈🌈 If you'd like to register your interest then get in touch with our fantastic Manager Lorraine on ☎️ 020 7375 0488, 07305 081 250 or 📧 chicksandmanager@wit.org.uk 📸 @jameshfoto
✨ VOLUNTEER SHOUTOUT✨⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Name: Asha ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Why do you volunteer?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I volunteer at the Women’s Inclusive Team because I agree with their message and the role they play in the community. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What keeps you coming back to WIT? Through this experience I am able to better myself and connect to likeminded individuals facing the same barriers as myself.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #volunteer #volunterring #volunteerappreciation #volunteeropportunity #volunteerswanted #volunterringmatters #community #fundraising #support #help #giveback #helpeachother #givingback #philanthropy #givingbacktothecommunity #giving #charitywork
❕Join the next Somali Community Health Event 23 ❕Join the next Somali Community Health Event 23rd June, from 7-8:30pm Live on Zoom and Facebook Live. The Covid-19 Somali Test and Trace Partnership is a network partnership made up of three Somali focused and led organisations in the borough. Funded by public health in tower hamlets, the partnership supports the Somali community in the fight against Covid-19 through effective communication and engagement. The session will include a health update from Dr. Samira Hassan (Somali GP), community update from the partnership, showcasing a new video to engage the Somali community which has been supported by public health in Tower Hamlets and a community Q & A session. *This session will be delivered in Somali. Registration for the event:  https://forms.gle/2GpLWh5wvhoJyqNr6 & head to our links in bio
#HooyoEast : TAKEAWAY THAT GIVES BACK 💛 Tradit #HooyoEast : TAKEAWAY THAT GIVES BACK 💛 Traditional Somali cuisine cooked by women of #WIT. All proceeds will directly support our charity work and projects for the community members. 🍲Kitchen operates on Thursday’s and Saturday’s 10-7pm (last orders at 6pm). 📞CALL / TEXT 07458307355 to receive 20% off, full menu and ordering instructions. Collection from E2. 🔍 FIND US ON @deliveroo for home delivery Thursday’s and Saturday’s 11 - 7pm (last orders at 6pm). #hooyoeast #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #deliciousdinner #tastytreats #foodislove
We are still thrilled to have been awarded The Que We are still thrilled to have been awarded The Queens Award for Voluntary Service @DCMS @TheRoyalFamily, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. Over 300 #Volunteers have supported the most vulnerable and isolated people in Tower Hamlets during the Covid-19 crisis, many of them are volunteering with us today. It is an honour to celebrate this prestigious award with you, our incredible volunteers, it would not be possible without your support. 🧡⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #QAVS2021 #WomensInclusiveTeam #Volunteerweek
Each week we will be sharing with you one of the n Each week we will be sharing with you one of the nominees from our IWD Wall of Fame and highlighting the amazing work they are doing in the community. 🌟⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This week we introduce you to Sahwea Hussein, Women's Inclusive Team, one of our Head Chef's and fantastic #HooyoEast project leaders that works tirelessly to provide hot meals for community and members 💛⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ “I am motivated by my family and seeing my community work together. I value my family more than anything and hope to continue reading and learning"⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📸 @madeleinewaller
How much do you know about what children & young p How much do you know about what children & young people think about equality? When we first set up the Rise & Shine programme at #WIT, we wanted to support young people and give them a voice. The Rise & Shine programme at @womensinclusiveteam supports children from 5 - 16 years old, through tuition, workshops and activities such as mentoring, Somali storytelling classes, creative writing workshops and much more! 💭 🖼 During our tuition programme this year, we asked our students a bunch of questions about topics that matter. ➡️ right to see one of the many questions with some important statistics and a snippet of our collaboration project with @leadersincommunity If you're interested in what the young Somali people of Tower Hamlets have to say, make sure you book yourselves a ticket to our upcoming Youth Conference on the 22nd of June: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/young-peoples-conference-rise-shine-showcase-tickets-154672281959 & head to our links in bio. #riseandshine #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #towerhamlets #nonprofitorganization #towerhamletstogether #riseupandshine
Women's Inclusive Team has welcomed three young, t Women's Inclusive Team has welcomed three young, talented women to our team! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Rejoice, Farjana and Jackie have joined us as part of @dwpgovuk #Kickstarter scheme, which helps get young people (18-24 yr) into employment and gives them the tools and experience they need to get started on their career path. 🎓⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This week we are pleased to introduce you to Rejoice, our Health Advocate! 💛⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Scroll down to find out more about Rejoice and her motivation for joining @womensinclusiveteam⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Tell us about yourself?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I have an interest in mental health and improving access to mental health services for people. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology. Previously, I worked as a special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What was your aims and motivation when joining the WIT?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hope to improve the wellbeing of some of the most vulnerable people in my community. I want to address some of the biggest issues putting young people and teenagers at risk. Lastly, I would like to provide a safe-space for women within Tower Hamlets. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Fun fact about yourself!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I have travelled to almost every continent ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #womensinclusiveteam #kickstarters #dwpgovuk #youngpeople #career #development #teamwit #towerhamlets #womenforwomen #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #nonprofitsofinstagram #towerhamletstogether
Next Thursday #WomensInclusiveTeam is hosting a ve Next Thursday #WomensInclusiveTeam is hosting a very important discussion with our stakeholders, we aim to provide resources for the conversation around domestic violence in Somali Community 🗓️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Special host Dr.Samira Hassan @dr_samra.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #towerhamlets #womenforwomen #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #towerhamletstogether
Thanks to @amazonuk @amazon we have a great deal o Thanks to @amazonuk @amazon we have a great deal of organising to do in our stockroom! 😊 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We really appreciate the generous donation to our food bank.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you'd like to donate and make it possible for us to help our community, go to ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ https://wit.org.uk/donate-here/⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Links in our bio for other ways how to help #TeamWit 💛⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #amazon #amazonuk #donations #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #towerhamlets #womenforwomen #foodbank #foodbanklondon #nonprofitorganization #nonprofit #nonprofitsofinstagram #towerhamletstogether
The Mayor of Tower Hamlets, John Biggs @towerhamle The Mayor of Tower Hamlets, John Biggs @towerhamletsnow visited @womensinclusiveteam to congratulate #TeamWit on the Queens Award for Voluntury Service @dcmsgovuk @theroyalfamily🌟 Swipe ➡️ to see Mayor John Biggs #Volunteer at our Mayfield centre. #WomensInclusiveTeam #Volunteerweek #QAVS2021 #TeamWit #Giveback #Helpeachother #Philanthropy #Givingbacktothecommunity #TowerHamlets #charitywork
Hooyo East: TAKEAWAY THAT GIVES BACK 💛 📢 AV Hooyo East: TAKEAWAY THAT GIVES BACK 💛 📢 AVAILABLE ON @deliveroo Search for Women’s Inclusive Team on @deliveroo @deliverooriders_uk and place your order for delivery now! Or Collect from E2 via today : 📝DIRECT MESSAGE @womensinclusiveteam 📞CALL / TEXT 07458307355 to receive full menu and ordering instructions. We have received our first orders, swipe right 🤤 #hooyoeast #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #food #foodie #foodlove #cookingwithlove #cookingtips #cookingfromscratch #cookingtogether #deliciousfood #deliciousandnutritious #deliciousrecipes #deliciousdinner #tasty #tastyfood #tastytreats #tastymeals #tastyrecipe #foodislove
Hooyo East: TAKEAWAY THAT GIVES BACK 💛 Hooyo E Hooyo East: TAKEAWAY THAT GIVES BACK 💛 Hooyo East, a traditional Somali Cuisine in the heart of Tower Hamlets, available for PRE-ORDERS for collection tomorrow, Saturday, the 5th of June! 🍲Kitchen OPEN on Thursdays and Saturdays 10am-7pm (last orders at 6pm). 🍰 First 20 orders will receive a complimentary dessert. 📝DIRECT MESSAGE @womensinclusiveteam 📞CALL / TEXT 07458307355 to receive full menu and ordering instructions. Collection from London E2. ❕We are also also taking pre-orders at any time for next Thursday and weeks ahead. 📢Coming soon on Deliveroo, stay tuned! #hooyoeast #womensinclusiveteam #teamwit #food #foodie #foodlove #cookingwithlove #cookingtips #cookingfromscratch #cookingtogether #deliciousfood #deliciousandnutritious #deliciousrecipes #deliciousdinner #tasty #tastyfood #tastytreats #tastymeals #tastyrecipe #foodislove
This #VolunteerWeek we were awarded the Queens Awa This #VolunteerWeek we were awarded the Queens Award for Voluntary Service, its a great privilege to be given the prestigious award. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Our recent Impact Report really highlighted how important volunteers are to an organisation like ours. If you missed it head to the link in our bio to read the full report. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And a BIG thank you to everyone who has volunteered for us over the last year. @dcmsgovuk @theroyalfamily ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #WomensInclusiveTeam #Volunteerweek #QAVS2021
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Charity number: 1178296 Registration number: 07148997 - Address: Mayfield House 202 Cambridge Heath Road London E2 9LJ