Strengthening community research with the British Science Association
High Trees recently contributed an essay, exploring the growing field of community-led research and the work still needed to ensure its impact. Our CEOs went on to further explore these topics at a panel hosted by the British Science Association. With community research gaining in popularity, High Trees CEOs, Anna Coffey and Grace English, reflect […]
Official recognition for The Wandle Tenants and Residents Association
Over the past few years, our High Trees Community Action team has been out and about, listening to the concerns of residents on the Fields Estate and helping them come together to tackle the issues that matter most to them. More than 50 residents have contributed their perspectives to a listening report which summarises many […]
Success of LCRN membership launch event
“Inspiring! Great to hear from members of the steering group and how the network has supported and amplified their work.” Earlier this month, the Lambeth Community Research Network (LCRN) hosted its official Membership Launch Event. This partnership brings together voluntary and community organisations, academics and research bodies, with an interest and expertise in community-based research. […]
New research project exploring young people’s mental health in Lambeth
We’re excited to launch a new research project, aimed at understanding the mental health needs of young people in Lambeth and how youth and play organisations can better support them. Youth organisations are often the first point of contact for a young person during a time of crisis. However, there are challenges both in capacity […]
High Trees learners explore ecological citizenship
At the end of last year, almost 50 High Trees learners took part in activities designed to raise their environmental awareness. These sessions were delivered as part of the Lambeth climate literacy programme, to develop awareness and skills as ecological citizens. As part of our exciting end of year celebrations, learners delved into actions that […]
Paid summer work experience at Tulse Hill Adventure Playground
This summer we were thrilled to offer paid work experience at Tulse Hill Adventure Playground to several young people aged 16 and over. This exciting opportunity was made possible through our Young Tulse Hill partnership with St. Matthew’s Project, who also provided paid work experience for young people wanting to help run their summer football […]
BuildYourFuture through our new employment programme
High Trees has launched an exciting new youth employment programme! The BuildYourFuture programme will focus on delivering free and person-centred employment support for young people (aged between 16 and 24) living in Lambeth or Southwark. The programme is a partnership between High Trees and other Lambeth-based Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations Rathbone, Juvenis, Indoamerican […]
Celebrating the Lambeth Adult Learning Awards
At the end of July, the High Trees Education team, along with 13 learners, attended the Lambeth Adult Learning Awards. This event celebrated the achievements of both staff and learners involved in Adult Learning across Lambeth. The day began with engaging activities and a lively discussion focusing on ways to incorporate environmental awareness, wellbeing and […]
Success of recent Pre-employment Training
We’re incredibly pleased with the outcome of our recent pre-employment training course for Bus Drivers, which resulted in five out of six learners receiving job offers in the transport sector! The pre-employment training is an intensive, one-week long course, designed to equip candidates with the skills needed to secure a job in a specific sector. […]
Collaborating on research design with our ESOL learners
We recently organised an exciting research co-design workshop, working together with nine learners who are learning English as a second language at High Trees. The workshop is part of a broader piece of research that High Trees are doing in partnership with The Bell Foundation. Our goal is to better understand the barriers that prevent […]