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SUMMARY:Knife Crime Reduction Forum - Building Safer Communities Together
DESCRIPTION:Join Caritas Westminster and the Justice & Peace team of Tollington Park RC Parish for an important free online discussion on knife crime. Open to parishes\, schools\, young people\, families\, and the wider community\, this forum will explore how we can raise awareness\, support young people\, and take action locally. \nThis event has grown out of ongoing concern and engagement with the issue of knife crime within the Diocese\, including work by the Justice & Peace group of St Mellitus RC Church over a number of years\, alongside Caritas Westminster’s involvement in related projects addressing knife crime and youth violence. Knife crime\, however\, is not an issue confined to one parish—it is affecting communities across London\, particularly young people and their families. Between January 2025 and January 2026\, London recorded around 14\,900 knife crime offences  The Metropolitan Police area continues to record the highest knife crime rate in England & Wales\, and around half of knife crime victims in London are under 25. \nThe forum brings together parishes\, parishioners\, and community members from across the Diocese to share experiences and explore how we can respond more effectively at a local level. It is also a chance to hear what is already happening in different parishes and to learn from one another in a spirit of collaboration\, encouragement\, and shared commitment. \nSacha Ray\, CEO of the charity Lives Not Knives – a youth-led organisation that works to tackle knife crime and prevent violence and anti-social behaviour among young people – will be one of the speakers\, sharing her experience of working with young people and how to facilitate a youth-led approach.\nDuring the forum we will: \n· Share examples of initiatives and activities already taking place in parishes and communities \n· Hear what other parishes have done to respond to knife crime in their communities \n· Explore simple\, practical ways to raise awareness locally \n· Encourage ideas and action within parishes and communities \n· Create space for discussion\, sharing\, and mutual encouragement \nThis forum is open to all and especially relevant for parishioners\, catechists\, clergy\, youth leaders\, educators\, parents\, young people\, as well as anyone involved in ministry\, outreach\, or community life. Whether you are already active in this area or simply want to learn more\, you are very welcome. \nDate: 18th JuneTime: 7:00pm – 8:15pmLocation: Online (Microsoft Teams)
URL:https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/event/knife-crime-reduction-forum-working-together-for-safer-communities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:SVP1833 Young Adults Service Day - Brixton
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Caritas Westminster\, join the SVP1833 team for a day of service! Everyone is welcome (18-35 year olds)\, all you need is a willingness to get involved. We will be taking practical action to distribute Vinnie Packs to the homeless. It is an opportunity to serve and share a drink in the pub after! A travel bursary is available!  \nOur SVP1833 Service Day is on 20th June at St Vincent’s Centre\, Talma Road\, Brixton\, SW2 1AS. It is a 10 minute walk from Brixton train station. The day will start at 11 am and end at 3.30pm\, alongside optional 10am Mass at Corpus Christi\, 11 Trent Road\, SW2 5BJ and an optional 4pm pub trip. \nVinnie packs are comprised of the following items: toothpaste\, soap\, cards of affirmation\, foil blankets\, plus some other goodies. A safety briefing/training will be given on the day as we are ministering to vulnerable people and you will never be serving on your own. \nPlease bring your own packed lunch and drinks for the day. We will be a nut-free site\, so please do not bring anything that contains nuts. \nFill out this form: https://svp1.formstack.com/forms/svp1833_service_day_brixton \nIf you have any questions or queries\, please do get in touch with KeziaH@svp.org.uk  \nUseful Information about the SVP1833 Service Day \nAt the heart of the SVP’s mission is to be Christ like in our actions and treat all those we encounter with compassion and dignity. Whilst volunteering on a SVP1833 service day\, you may encounter people from a variety of backgrounds as the SVP’s work focuses on\, social and restorative justice\, befriending and community support. \nIf cost of travel or any other circumstances\, may prevent you from volunteering\, please do get in touch with KeziaH@svp.org.uk . We don’t want anyone to miss out!
URL:https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/event/svp1833-young-adults-service-day-brixton/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi Church\, Corpus Christi\, 11 Trent Road\, SW2 5BJ
CATEGORIES:General Events,Social
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SUMMARY:Caritas Volunteer Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join Caritas Westminster for our annual Volunteer Fair\, bringing together charities and community organisations from across the Diocese of Westminster. \nThe fair is a chance to meet local organisations\, discover volunteering opportunities\, and find out how you can put your time and talents at the service of others. Whether you are interested in supporting food banks\, working with refugees\, helping older people\, accompanying people experiencing homelessness\, or getting involved in parish social action\, there will be a wide range of stalls to explore. \nDate: Saturday 4 JulyTime: 3-5pmVenue: Westminster Cathedral Hall\, Ambrosden Ave\, SW1P 1QWCost: Free \nCome along\, speak to charity representatives\, and discover how you can make a difference in your local community. \nTo register your attendance\, please RSVP below!
URL:https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/event/caritas-volunteer-fair/
LOCATION:Westminster Cathedral Hall\, Westminster Cathedral Hall\, Ambrosden Avenue\, London\, SW1P 1QJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events,Volunteering
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