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People Powered Plaistow

Your neighbourhood has been allocated funding to spend on improvements to the area in 2025 to 2027.

Plaistow Neighbourhood is made up of 3 wards: Plaistow North, Plaistow South and Plaistow West & Canning Town East.

Get involved in changing your area for the best. Anyone who lives, works or studies in Plaistow can take part.

Your Vote, Your Community, Funding to Improve It.

Phases

Phases overview

Phase 1: Choose

Choose

Phase 2: Our Ideas Events

Our Ideas Events

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Phase 4: Shortlisting

Shortlisting

Vote

Phase 6: Project Announcement

Project Announcement

Phase 7: Deliver

Deliver

Phase 8: Celebrate

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Deliver

May 1, 2026 11:00 PM - May 1, 2027 11:00 PM

These are the successful projects that will be delivered.

We will be updating this section throughout the year with the latest progress and developments once the projects start delivering.

Please check back then to see how these projects are transforming our community.

16 projects

Abdul Ali 1 year ago Plaistow Parkside Lions FC is a grassroots football club based in Newham, delivering free weekend sessions for young people aged 11-20. Our project aims to promote health, wellbeing, and community connection through structured football activities in Plaistow Park.We provide a safe, inclusive space where youth can build confidence, discipline and teamwork while staying physically active. Sessions are led by experienced volunteers and mentors who support personal development both on and off the pitch.The project also activates public space by bringing positive energy into Plaistow Park, encouraging safer and more inclusive use of local green areas. We plan to expand our impact by hiring better - maintained pitches and organising local tournaments that showcase youth talent and foster pride across Newham.This initiative responds directly to community feedback and aligns with Newham Council's priorities for youth empowerment, public space activation, and improved wellbeing. We invite residents to support our mission and help us grow a stronger, healthier, and more united neighbourhood - one kick at a time.

Mamataj Begum1 year ago The Newham 46th (Phoenix) Cubs and Scouts project is designed to give young people aged 8 to 14 the chance to experience the outdoors, learn practical skills and grow in confidence through subsidised camping trips and outdoor excursions. Many families in Newham face financial and social barriers that limit access to enriching experiences beyond the borough.This project addresses that barrier by removing obstacles to learning, growing and adventure. Trips could include hiking, camping, outdoor cooking or shelter building which will build resilience, problem solving skills and independence. The young people involved will also shape the trips and even lead on parts of it, supported by Scout leaders and volunteers. This will allow young people to take responsibility and practise leadership.Beyond individual growth, the project is also about building community. Parents and carers are encouraged to volunteer and share skills, strengthening connections and creating a sense of shared ownership. We will focus on local venues, and use those spaces for hubs of learning, connection, and pride.With this funding, we will try to make transformative experiences and adventures accessible to all.

Joseph Huang1 year ago Plaistow Street Gardens- Tunmarsh Lane, is an initiative to improve the local environment. By bringing greenery out of parks and into the streetscape. Change the community's perception of how greenery can benefit public space, beyond parks. The streetscape becomes a valued asset resulting in a more attractive and cared for environment for all. The proposed green space becomes a place for residents to contribute, garden together, promote neighbourliness and prevent anti-social behaviour. The chosen site is now the junction of Tunmarsh Lane and Upperton Road West. The scheme enlarges the planting area and works with existing trees. Its aims are to reinvigorate the site with new planting and improve pedestrian access around the immediate area with an altered paving scheme.

Kate Mansfield1 year ago Curwen is a large Primary School serving a diverse community. Our playground has no green space, and is mainly concrete. We have granted land adjoining our playground; however it has been left for many years and is overgrown and inaccessible. Families tell us they do not use our local parks due to anti-social behaviour and safety concerns. We want our children to lead on the development of this area into a safe, calming green space for children to access both during and outside the school day. Families will grow fruit and vegetables, better understanding seasonality and healthy eating. We have many pupils with SEND, and anxiety and mental health difficulties are rising. We know time in green space is hugely beneficial in keeping children and adults regulated and positive. Our community garden would provide a valuable calm space in a busy school environment for those children that need it, and community members outside the school day. This would be a shared space, and we want everyone to feel invested in its success. Our community will help us to redevelop the space into a safe and productive green area which can be used for many years to come.

shilpi begum1 year ago Empower Her Mind is Sisters Circle project which is a community-based mental health and wellbeing initiative designed to support women aged 18+ and young people aged 11+. The project addresses the growing need for accessible mental health support by providing safe, inclusive spaces where participants can build resilience, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.Through a combination of professional counselling, workshops, peer-support groups, and holistic wellbeing sessions, participants will gain practical strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and life challenges. Special sessions for youth will focus on mental health awareness, coping skills, and empowerment, helping young people navigate pressures and develop a positive mindset.The project also integrates nutrition and lifestyle guidance, recognizing the link between physical health and mental wellbeing. Activities will take place in community centres and public spaces, encouraging engagement and fostering a sense of belonging.Empower Her Mind aims to reduce stigma around mental health, strengthen social networks, and create sustainable support structures. By nurturing the wellbeing of women and youth, the project contributes to a safer, more connected, and resilient community. The initiative will leave a lasting impact by equipping participants with tools, resources, and peer connections that extend beyond the project’s duration.

Mergim Gashi1 year ago Gloves Up Newham is a community boxing project designed to give young people in Newham free access to sport, fitness, and personal development opportunities. Every Friday evening, I run structured boxing sessions where young people can get active, build confidence, and learn new skills in a safe and supportive environment.Growing up in Newham myself, I know how difficult it can be for families to afford gym memberships or club fees. This project removes those barriers by providing free coaching and equipment, so every young person has the chance to take part regardless of their background.Boxing is more than just fitness — it teaches discipline, resilience, and teamwork, while also improving mental health and reducing stress. Through this project, I hope to create a positive outlet that not only benefits individuals, but also strengthens our wider community.With support, Gloves Up Newham can continue to grow, reach more young people, and become a lasting community hub that inspires healthier, stronger, and more connected futures in Newham.

Rose Small1 year ago Healthy Mind is a youth-focused wellbeing project designed to support young people aged 12–25 in managing stress, anxiety, and the pressures of everyday life. Many young people in our community face barriers such as financial hardship, digital exclusion, social isolation, and limited access to mental health support. Healthy Mind responds to these challenges by creating safe, inclusive spaces where young people can share experiences, learn coping strategies, and build supportive networks.The project combines face-to-face and digital activities to ensure maximum accessibility. In-person workshops will focus on resilience-building, mindfulness, creative expression, and peer mentoring. Digital tools such as online drop-in sessions, wellbeing apps, and social media engagement will extend the project’s reach and appeal to young people who may not engage with traditional services.Healthy Mind is youth-led, with young ambassadors, peer mentors, and digital champions actively contributing to design and delivery. By empowering young people to lead, the project promotes ownership, leadership skills, and long-term sustainability.The project aims to directly engage 60–70 young people, with a wider reach of at least 150 through digital resources. Ultimately, Healthy Mind will reduce stigma, strengthen resilience, and create a healthier, more connected generation.

Stephen Alao1 year ago The project is about establishing a table tennis club, targeting the over 50s in the community with the aim of creating an activity that would promote the health and well being of all the participants in and around Plaistow environ. The club will welcome every individual with all abilities, the project will encourage and promote equality, diversity and inclusiveness. The main purpose of this table tennis club is to help individuals who may be facing isolation among other things like health conditions to create a platform where they can meets with other people in the neighbourhood with the aim of socialising amongst themselves and at the same time being active in a sports that will help to keep fit both physically and mentally.The organiser shares a personal story. " I used to be 120 Kg and diabetic, but by keeping fit playing table tennis twice a week has really helped me to lose the weight and maintain my current weight.

Emily Harrington1 year ago This project is designed to support primary school children at New City Primary through two important initiatives: New Shared Reading Books Research by the National Literacy Trust shows that children’s enjoyment of reading is at an all-time low. By purchasing a wide range of exciting, diverse, and age-appropriate books, we want to spark curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong love of reading. Shared reading books will benefit pupils across the school, giving them more opportunities to discover stories that reflect their lives and open doors to new worlds. New Play Equipment Play is vital for children’s development, helping them build confidence, social skills, and friendships across year groups. This project will fund new equipment such as giant Connect 4, a games wall, soft balls, skipping ropes, and parachutes. These resources will enhance playtimes, encourage teamwork, and ensure children have active, enjoyable breaks and PE lessons every day. By voting for this project, you’ll be helping to create a happier, healthier, and more connected school environment — where children love reading and play together with confidence.Your vote can make a difference for every child at New City Primary.

Yetta Ouyang1 year ago We are a team of UCL PhD students and international residents—passionate about inspiring young girls through hands-on reading and STEAM learning. Our project will deliver a series of 8 free workshops in local libraries for girls aged 5-12, blending science experiments, storytelling, and art to spark curiosity, boost confidence, and foster a lifelong love of learning. The program also includes a guided visit to the Science Museum and an outdoor nature exploration session.Each workshop will be fun, inclusive, and interactive—encouraging girls to explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths), collaborate with peers, and build practical skills they can apply both in school and everyday life. Parents will be invited to join selected sessions, supporting family bonding and intergenerational learning.By the end of the project, we aim to reach over 100 girls and family members, increase engagement with science, strengthen parent-child and inter-family connections, and create a sustainable, youth-led learning network. Our vision is to expand this model to more libraries and communities across East London.Join us in empowering girls, connecting communities, and making science fun, creative, and accessible for all!all!

Khalida Begum1 year ago Hi, I’m Khalida,your guide to the wild, wonderful, and sometimes wacky world of pregnancy and parenting! With over a decade as a midwife, years as an adult nurse, and the ultimate training ground—being a mother of four—I’ve seen it all. From the bustling birth centre of a London hospital to the chaos of my own kitchen, I’m here to share my experience, knowledge, and maybe a few war stories. Whether you’re navigating the joys of labour or learning how to swaddle without losing your mind, I’ve got you covered!Our project delivers comprehensive antenatal and postnatal classes designed to support families through pregnancy, birth, and the early stages of parenthood. While the NHS provides some sessions, these are often limited and unable to cover topics in depth. Private courses do offer more detailed preparation, but they are costly and out of reach for many families. Our initiative bridges this gap by offering affordable, in-depth group classes led by qualified professionals, creating a supportive space for both learning and connection.As a qualified Midwife and Nurse for over 10 years, I will deliver classes covering pregnancy health, birth preparation, maternal recovery, newborn care, breastfeeding, and emotional well-being. Small group sizes allow for personalised guidance, open discussion, and peer-to-peer support, empowering parents with knowledge and confidence.Community BenefitBy making these high-quality classes free to low-income families, the project addresses inequalities in perinatal care and support. Benefits include:Improved maternal and infant health outcomes through early education and preventative guidance.Reduced anxiety and greater confidence in navigating birth and early parenthood.Stronger family bonds, healthier relationships, and positive parenting practices.Peer support networks that reduce isolation and strengthen community cohesion.Reason for FundingWe are seeking funding to deliver free for families who would otherwise be unable to afford them. Support will cover qualified facilitators, venues, educational resources, and subsidised places.By funding this project, you will help remove financial barriers to high-quality antenatal and postnatal education. This investment will improve the health and well-being of parents and children, strengthen families, and build a more resilient and supportive community.

Victoria Adekanmbi1 year ago Youth Leaders Rising – Empowering Young People in NewhamThis youth-led project gives young people in Newham the chance to grow as confident, creative, and resilient leaders. Designed and delivered by young people aged 13–21, the project includes 12 hands-on sessions featuring cooking and baking, arts and crafts, life skills, and wellbeing workshops.Young leaders will co-plan and co-facilitate sessions, mentor peers, and lead community projects, building real responsibility and practical experience. The programme culminates in a final showcase event, celebrating achievements and sharing creations with the community.The project directly benefits 30 young people, with another 100–150 peers and residents engaging through workshops and events. Participants will gain leadership skills, confidence, creativity, and stronger connections within their neighbourhood.By supporting this project, you’re helping to nurture a generation of empowered youth leaders ready to make a positive difference in Newham. Your vote will help turn this idea into a real, life-changing opportunity for local young people.

Doris Okundaye1 year ago This project aims to reduce social isolation and improve health equity among Newham residents, with a focus on older adults, vulnerable groups, and underserved communities. Through peer support groups, health and wellbeing workshops, and inclusive social activities, we will provide safe spaces that foster meaningful connections while increasing access to vital health resources.Working in collaboration with local health providers, volunteer networks, and residents, the project will ensure delivery that is both culturally appropriate and responsive to community needs.By equipping participants with knowledge, confidence, and social support, the initiative seeks to enhance mental and physical wellbeing, strengthen community bonds, and reduce health inequalities across Newham. We anticipate directly engaging 150 residents, with wider benefits reaching many more through outreach and community engagement.The project aligns with Newham’s priorities of tackling loneliness, improving health access, and supporting vulnerable individuals. In doing so, it will help build a healthier, more resilient, and connected borough where all residents have the opportunity to thrive

Syed Hoque1 year ago Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies is a free community project bringing people in Newham together through sports, fitness, and wellbeing activities. Each week we will run three activities such as badminton, boxing-style fitness, yoga, and group exercise, alongside workshops on healthy eating, mental wellbeing, and resilience.The project is open to young people, families, and elders, creating a safe and welcoming space for everyone to get active, improve their health, and build confidence. By combining physical activity with wellbeing support, we aim to reduce isolation, encourage healthier lifestyles, and strengthen community connections.We will also involve volunteers and young peer leaders, giving them skills, training, and opportunities to take part in delivery. Over the year, we expect to engage at least 100 residents and provide more than 120 free sessions.

Natasha Abankwah11 months ago A project, "Move-on with Music - Defeat Dementia (M. M. D. D.)" address the current burning issues, i.e. physical and mental health illnesses, especially Dementia, with the help of music therapy. Our music-based activities consist on workshops, learning music, learning how to play musical instruments, singing opportunity and dancing with the Rhythm. We will teach the participants according to their choice and interests. It will give the participants fun, fulfil their interest, learning new skills, increase their knowledge about physical and mental health issues specially for people suffering from dementia. These activities give the participants enjoyment, physical movement and mental relaxation. This will reduce their sadness, loneliness, frustration, depression, anxiety, isolation, demotivation and boredom of their lives (which are the root cause of physical and mental illnesses and dementia). According to NHS England and recent scientific research, music is extra ordinarily effective at bringing people together, help to improve their health issues and re-call the memories of dementia sufferers.We will provide a platform to the resident of local community to learn new skills and showcase their talents. All of our activities will be offered free of cost with tea, coffee, biscuits etc. to everyone regardless of discrimination of age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.Come and join us to make it success.

Natasha Abankwah1 year ago Journey to the Future: This project will extend the porous pathway at Greenway Orchard to improve access for all visitors, including wheelchair users, walkers, and families with buggies. Building on previous funding that installed the initial 50% of the path, this extension will allow more people to move comfortably and safely through the orchard, encouraging greater connection with nature. This project will also be running a series of workshops which aims to target a more diverse range of people. Linking in with Culture within Newham, the Newham University Hospital and Staff through mindfulness and horticultural sustainable workshops around Climate Change.The improved access supports health, wellbeing, and mindfulness by helping people fully enjoy this green space in the heart of Plaistow.As part of the project, we will also replace the rotting scaffolding boards on the two front raised beds with durable, 100% recycled plastic sleepers, an environmentally conscious upgrade that enhances both safety and sustainability.To welcome the wider community and create a stronger visual identity, we also plan to install galvanised steel letters spelling out “Greenway Orchard” at the entrance, inviting more people to explore and enjoy this much-loved local space.

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People Powered Plaistow: Our Ideas
Event date: July 15th, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Plaistow Library
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People Powered Plaistow: The Big Vote
Event date: November 22nd, 2025 from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
Plaistow Library
40 registrants
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