Young refugee, Warsan Shire, 24, was chosen from a shortlist of six young poets. She will spend the next year creating work that reflects the ever-changing city. The Kenyan-born Somali poet will begin with a residency at the Houses of Parliament. First young poet laureate announcedwww.bbc.co.ukThe first ever Young Poet Laureate for London is announced […]

Excellent example of appreciative inquiry in community development, and why it works. http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-ash1/186255_818024868_1040120811_s.jpg Shpresa ProgrammeExcited today! Last year we trained and supported 7 groups to set up and work in partnership with mainstream school. by the end of the year they all were successfully up and running. For the second year we are starting to […]

Looking forward to meeting 26 supplementary school staff and volunteers in Luton tomorrow afternoon. Safeguarding for Supplementary Schools – National Resource Centre for Supplementary Educationwww.supplementaryeducation.org.ukWriting safeguarding policy and procedures Group discussion on how to ensure your supplementary school provides a safe environment for pupils and staff Taking Risks Five steps to risk assessment Check it […]

More new and renewing members swell the ranks: Stand in the Gap, Somali Teaching Group, North East School of Ahle Bayt, Armenian Pre-School, Axis Southfield, Ardhmeria, Multi-Cultural After School Training, British Syrian Education Centre, Zone7Club, German Samstagschule North London… Centre for Armenian Information & AdviceThe Centre for Armenian Information and Advice (CAIA) seeks to enhance […]