Volunteer Islington

Welcome to Camden & Islington LGBT History Month! forum+ is proud to present a fantastic programme of activities & events celebrating the incredible history and achievements of the LGBT community! Check out the full programme at forumplus.org.uk/wp-content/upl…🏳️‍🌈

Huge congratulations to our Volunteer of the Year Winner: Chiann Wright at Hillside Clubhouse. A single mother & survivor, Chiann volunteers 4 times a week, cooking 100+ free meals, supporting mental health centers, and fundraising. Her resilience is pure inspiration! #2025VOYA

Huge congrats to Highly Commended John Savage @family_action John has inspirationally committed 8 years to mentoring Leroy, helping him thrive, navigate challenges, and even secure UCAS/Oxbridge applications. A true example of lasting dedication! #2025VOYA

Celebrating Highly Commended Geordie Fletcher! A true hero who, after securing housing, volunteered tirelessly for Street Storage. He manages storage, makes office art, runs half marathons for charity, and calls the team family. We are so lucky to have him! #2025VOYA

Huge congrats to Commended Malihe Sadeghipour! For over three years, she has wholeheartedly run the Food For Homeless Project, growing a small effort into a respected initiative that tackles hunger, loneliness, and isolation. What incredible dedication! #2025VOYA

We've reached the main event! Presenting the Volunteer of the Year Awards! Recognising individuals whose incredible dedication, commitment, and valuable impact have transformed their community. Celebrating the volunteers who truly go the extra mile for others. #2025VOYA

We celebrate Winner Barbara Ford @TheParentHouse Her unwavering dedication and professionalism as a Trustee secured The Parent House's future. From complex legal governance (CIO transfer) to volunteering at the annual open day, Barbara embodies service at every level! #2025VOYA

Huge congrats to Highly Commended Marjorie Mayo from Community Plan for Holloway! @Plan4Holloway Since 2018, she's been vital in shaping the Holloway Park development, fundraising, and holding power to account. An incredible example of dedicated community leadership! #2025VOYA

Celebrating Highly Commended Attracta Roden! As a Trustee at Copenhagen Street Foodbank, she manages complex logistics and coordinates over 60 volunteers. Her leadership and commitment are invaluable in meeting critical community needs! #2025VOYA

Next up: Pat Haynes Memorial Trustee of the Year! This award recognizes the unique dedication, vision, and leadership required to govern a charity effectively. Celebrating the individual whose strategic guidance is vital to their organization's success and mission! #2025VOYA

Celebrating Winner Sarah Drouazi from Minority Matters This 19-year-old leader designed outreach, helped deliver events for 350+ people, and showed incredible maturity assisting the 'Crisis to Change' program tackling drug abuse & knife crime. A true inspiration! #2025VOYA

Huge congrats to our Highly Commended #YoungVolunteers, Muhammad Hammad & Noeline Forbi from @SayItLoudClub Both showed amazing dedication in supporting Friday Socials, attending major Prides, and offering emotional support at tribunal hearings. True role models!

Celebrating Commended #Volunteer Suhana Jabbary! She offers invaluable emotional maturity and validation on the phone to those facing complex mental health challenges with @CharitySANE. Suhana's consistency and care in action are deeply appreciated. #2025VOYA

Time to celebrate the future! We're announcing the Young Volunteer of the Year! This award recognises a dedicated volunteer who truly went the extra mile to benefit our local community and make a real difference in the borough. Who will it be? #2025VOYA

Huge CONGRATULATIONS to our Winner: Arachne Women's Support Welfare Advice Volunteer Team! @arachnewomens Last year, this incredible team helped 367 women secure £366,374 in long-term financial support. Their dedication and kindness provide vital stability! #2025VOYA

Huge congratulations to the Highly Commended Residents Without Borders Volunteer Team! @ResidentsWB This diverse team (including elderly, disabled & neurodivergent volunteers) tackles isolation, supporting 2,300+ attendees & delivering 568 food parcels since Nov 2024. #2025VOYA

Huge congratulations to the Commended @galburfdn This incredible team offers free football sessions for girls, breaking down financial barriers and building confidence, teamwork, and community spirit. Their dedication is truly shaping the future of girls' sport! #2025VOYA

It's time for the Volunteer Team of the Year Award! This award recognises the incredible collective hard work and dedication of teams who give up their time. It celebrates the synergy that allows groups to achieve amazing things together. #2025VOYA

We celebrate our Winner, Friday Bayo Osa-Emmanuel of @SayItLoudClub Friday's tireless work supporting LGBTQ+ asylum seekers, including visiting detention centers & attending Home Office appointments, truly embodies kindness & empowerment. His humility inspires us all! #2025VOYA