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New to Waltham Forest

Guidance for new residents, and those new to the UK, to make Waltham Forest their home.

Tell us how we can help you, to live a fulfilling and healthy life within your local area

Our campaign to secure the future of Whipps Cross Hospital

Choose Local to support local businesses - a big part of our communities.

How we are addressing the climate emergency and how you can help.

Let’s get together safely to celebrate our borough, support our community, and build a better future.  

Volunteering is a great way to give back to your local community.

Our Voluntary and Community Sector offer fantastic and valued services to residents who need support most.

We are asking for a Fair Deal to secure much needed investment.

Snow Angels are residents who volunteer to clear snow and ice from the footways and pathways in their local area

The history of Windrush in Waltham Forest and how we are celebrating it this year.

Find out more about welcoming community spaces available to local residents.

Find out more about the Community in Fellowship Square Fund and how to apply.

Practical information and resources for voluntary and community organisations.

To show our dedication to our migrant communities, we have begun the journey to become a Borough of Sanctuary.

Refugee Week is an annual event aimed at celebrating asylum seekers and refugees living in the UK.