L.E.A.D.E.R.S
COMMUNITY
Lead.Excel.Achieve.Dream.Empower.Respect.Succeed.
"WE ARE PROUD OF OUR DIFFERENCES AND WE CELEBRATE OUR DIVERSITY!"
"DON'T BLEND IN WHEN YOU ARE BORN TO STAND OUT"
Leaders Community is a ’Not for Profit’ organisation established with the aim of engaging with marginalised children and young people by responding to the rising tide of inequality and youth violence they face in their communities.
We strongly believe that investing in our children and young people makes good economic sense, and is the right thing to do.
Children and young people face many challenges; communities are faced with continuous changes, increased uncertainty, widespread poverty and inequalities which often lead to youth violence, mental and physical health issues.
Leaders Community has a mission to support this marginalised group of children and young people through the Creative Arts which are relevant to their lifestyles, with the aim of overcoming barriers that hinder the fulfillment of their potential by reducing isolation and marginalisation, improving community cohesion and navigating them away from negative cycles and behaviours, keeping them safe and thereby improving their life chances.
Our programmes support the empowerment of our learners through consistent, high quality programs, inspirational teaching and support. A safe nurturing environment with each learner linked to mentors and role models selected from a diverse group of community, conscious adults who are able to inspire, cajole and support children and young people to engage positively. Our programs support improved well-being, personal development and leadership skills.
Leaders Community are experienced community educators and believe it’s not enough for provisions to be available and widespread, but they need to be meaningful, relevant and of the highest quality. As a result, we design programmes that make a tangible and long term difference to mental, physical, emotional and economic well-being through activities that support self- development, accreditation and social attainment.
Leaders Community are committed to promoting equal opportunities and valuing the diversity of everyone we liaise with regardless of age, gender, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability, sexuality or economic status.
LEADERS SUPPORT THEIR LOCAL COMMUNITIES DURING THE COST OF LIVING CRISIS
During these difficult times, Leaders continue to support their local communities with food donations with thanks to local organisations donating food and refreshments.
SUMMERDAZE
Leaders are delighted to announce our summer programme from 25th July - 10th August, available to 7-16 year olds. £10 registration fee only no other costs involved and FREE to Peabody residents.
Contact us to register now!
FEEL GOOD MARK AWARD 2023
Leaders are delighted once again to be the proud recipients of the feel good mark presented by Waltham Forest Council in recognition for our commitment and achievements in providing high-quality physical activities for children and young people.
PRIDE OF WALTHAM FOREST
Never conventional or stereotypical always diverse and larger than life
In keeping with our long-standing relationship with the London Borough of Waltham Forest, a selection of our young people were invited to provide the entertainment for this years pride of Waltham Forest awards.
UK DANCE INDUSTRY
Leaders are delighted to announce that our founder, Maria received the Rob Anker award at this years UK Dance industry awards in recognition of her special contribution and commitment to the dance community
LEADERS OFFERS FREE SESSIONS
FREE healthy recreational activities for children & young people struggling with their mental health.
LEADERS NOMINATED FOR COMMUNITY WORK
We are truly delighted to have been nominated for the work we do in our community and irrespective of the outcome we thank our anonymous nominator.
YOUNG LEADERS ENTERTAIN OUR COMMUNITY ON BEHALF OF LOCAL AUTHORITY
2022 marks 70 years since Her Majesty The Queen ascended the throne ❤️
Thanks to #NationalLottery players, we've been awarded funding to host a creative and cultural event to celebrate 🎉
To kick off our celebrations we had our community picnic gathering at Waltham Forest Town Hall where our amazing performers entertained hundreds of local residents
It warms our heart to see such love and togetherness ❤️
@Arts Council England’s #LetsCreate Jubilee Fund is made possible thanks to @LotteryGoodCauses. Administered by @UKCommunityFoundations 🙌
2022 marks 70 years since Her Majesty The Queen ascended the throne ❤️
Thanks to #NationalLottery players, we were awarded funding to host creative and cultural events to celebrate 🎉
To kick off we delivered healthy recreational cultural activities during the Easter and May school holidays , our celebrations then moved on to our community picnic gathering at Waltham Forest Town Hall where our amazing performers entertained hundreds of local residents and ended with our amazing Jubilee Gala Show
It warms our heart to see such love and togetherness right across our diverse community ❤️
We would like to thank our esteemed Madam Mayor for opening the show Karen Bellamy and her consort Martyn Bellamy the LVE Foundation and Peabody for their ongoing support ❤️
@paradoxcommunitycentre
@peabodyldn
@Arts Council England’s #LetsCreate Jubilee Fund is made possible thanks to @LotteryGoodCauses. Administered by @UKCommunityFoundations 🙌
#PlatinumJubilee
QUEEN'S PLATINUM JUBILEE
BREAKOUT BROADWAY BARKING THEATRE
With thanks to Yann from @ Dejavuent for inviting all our young leaders to perform at the amazing #breakout 2022
A massive shout out to Aaliyah Sharnell and Emie Emin for supporting our children encouraging them to be all that they can be ❤️ and thank you to all our wonderful parents and supports for coming along on the night ❤️
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FEEL GOOD MARK AWARD 2022
Leaders Community are delighted to announce that once again we are the proud recipients of the accredited London Borough of Waltham Forest ' Feel Good Mark ' which supports the quality of the work we do in our local communities.
Thank you to the borough for this recognition and to all our children, young people and staff/volunteers for making it possible
FIRST AID 2022
A huge thanks to the Peabody Community Foundation for funding our much needed emergency first-aid at work qualifications for staff and volunteers
BOROUGH'S UNITED TALENT
COMPETITION 2021
What a legacy when the students become the instructors leading the next generation forward ❤️
Straight in to first place at Hackney Empires Boroughs United 2022
BOROUGH'S UNITED TALENT
COMPETITION 2020
❤️Strength in Community ......... Leaders Community❤️
It is with great delight that we are happy to announce that our little army of children and young people represented themselves, Leaders & Waltham Forest at the fantastic Boroughs United 2020 Hackney Empire and placed 1st in the over 13's Dance Category and 3rd in the under 13's Dance Category !🤩
Taking part in this annual event is always one of our highlights every year and firstly we must give thanks to the amazing Da Crib Team for all that they do in an effort to bring together communities from across all London Boroughs, to stand united against Youth Violence.💕💕💕
We were also treated to an epic performance by SEYKI 4 ❤️
We give special thanks to Aaliyah Sharnell and Emie Emin for supporting all the children and young people with their awesome choreo, to all the Leaders Team who always turn up - making it possible for our children and young people to take part in such opportunities and finally to all the amazing supporters on the night.❤️❤️❤️
Since taking part in this event Leaders have achieved the following:
2017 - 1st place over 13's Dance Category🤩
2018 - 1st place over 13's & 1st place under 13's Dance 🤩Category
2019 - 2nd place over 13's and 3rd place under 13's Dance Category🤩
2020 - 1st place over 13's & 3rd place under 13's Dance Category🤩
There is strength in our community........Leaders Community
Its never about where we place its about teaching our children and young people that talent is a gift and that success is earned (as shared by a special friend of mine YB) this is so very true and we continue to demonstrate year on year that with courage, determination and the right nurturing support there isnt nothing our children cant do.❤️❤️
Boroughs United 2021..........we are coming for you 😎
#risingtalent
#STORMZY
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY ARE RETURNING TO IN-PERSON SESSIONS!
Leaders are proud to announce that we are finally returning to our in-person sessions.
After months of isolation and online classes, we are so happy to be starting up our sessions again commencing Monday 12th April 2021.
Sessions include Monday's, Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's, based in Chingford and will have Covid safety measures in place.
Flyers for these sessions are below which include the relevant information for each session.
If you are interested in joining us, please contact Maria on
07831 224 510.
We look forward to seeing you all soon!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PRESENTS 'BRIDGING THE GAP'
WITH FUNDING FROM THE NATIONAL LOTTERY
Leaders are proud to announce that we have just received our first ever funding from The National Lottery.
So we have decided to use this precious funding to host well-being, recreational fun activities for children and young people, along with their mums and any other female adults.
Our aim is to help kick start the habit of physical activity through street dance and performance leadership zoom sessions, but also to reconnect our community once again!
Sessions are completely free therefore there are no costs involved!
If you are interested in this wonderful opportunity please get intouch to enrol.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
WORK THROUGH GLOBAL PANDEMIC
Leaders are proud to be featured in the London Borough of Waltham Forest Public Service Campaign.
This highlights the support Leaders continue to offer children, young people and their families through lockdown and beyond!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY ARE FEATURED IN THE LBWF 'CONNECTING COMMUNITIES' LAUNCH VIDEO
Leaders are absolutely delighted to share the LBWF Connecting Communities launch video featuring Leaders Community, along with many other wonderful organisations working within the borough for the good of our communities.
We would like to thank the awesome Catherine Marcus for reaching out and agreeing to feature our young leaders, who are a prime example of all that is great in our community. #risingtalent
We hope that this will help to make more families aware that there are many opportunities available in Waltham Forest, where their children and young people can access quality programs that will help them connect to caring organisations who will help them build a brighter future for themselves.
#wfculture19 #WFOurplace
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY DANCE AGAINST YOUTH VIOLENCE
For the last 3 years our young people have been committed to supporting The Boroughs United talent showcase, which takes a stand against Gun & Knife crime and youth violence.
Alongside young representatives from all London Boroughs, we come together and unite in making a stand against youth violence in our communities.
Recoginsied for our efforts, we were featured on the National news:
FEEL GOOD MARK AWARD
Leaders Community are delighted to announce that we are the proud recipients of the accredited London Borough of Waltham Forest ' Feel Good Mark ' which supports the quality of the work we do in our local communities.
Thank you to the borough for this recognition and to all our children, young people and staff/volunteers for making it possible.
This is for you!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PRESENTS FREE ADULT STREET DANCE CLASSES
Leaders are delighted to be launching their Adults social dance class on Fridays from 6 March 2020 - open to all residents both male & female - all abilities welcome❤️
This class is being funded by Waltham Forest Connecting Communities Initiative in an effort to socially connect our diverse communities ❤️
❤️ Every Friday for 18 weeks 5pm - 6pm ❤️
NO COSTS INVOLVED
All enquiries please call 07831 224 510
JACK PETCHEY
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNERS MARCH 2020
A massive congratulations to our amazing Faris and Keeyana on being selected as our young Leaders through the Jack Petchey Achievement Awards ❤️
They both deserve the award for being great role models and team players and the best versions of themselves.
We are super proud !
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
WIN 1ST PLACE AT
BOROUGH'S UNITED 2020!
❤️Strength in Community ......... Leaders Community❤️
It is with great delight that we are happy to announce, our little army of children and young people represented themselves, Leaders & Waltham Forest at the fantastic Boroughs United 2020, which took place at the Hackney Empire and placed 1st in the over 13's Dance Category and 3rd in the under 13's Dance Category !🤩
Taking part in this annual event is always one of our highlights every year and firstly we must give thanks to the amazing The Crib Team for all that they do in an effort to bring together communities from across all London Boroughs, to stand united against youth violence.💕💕💕
We were also treated to an epic performance by SEYKI 4 ❤️
We give special thanks to Aaliyah Sharnell and Emie Emin for supporting all the children and young people with their awesome choreo, to all the Leaders team who always turn up - making it possible for our children and young people to take part in such opportunities and finally to all the amazing supporters on the night.❤️❤️❤️
Since taking part in this event Leaders have achieved the following:
2017 - 1st place over 13's Dance Category🤩
2018 - 1st place over 13's & 1st place under 13's Dance Category 🤩
2019 - 2nd place over 13's & 3rd place under 13's Dance Category🤩
2020 - 1st place over 13's & 3rd place under 13's Dance Category🤩
Its never about where we place, its about teaching our children and young people that talent is a gift and that success is earned (as shared by a special friend of mine YB) this is so very true and we continue to demonstrate year on year that with courage, determination and the right nurturing support, there isn't anything our children can't do.❤️❤️
Boroughs United 2021..........we are coming for you 😎
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
WIN AT THE LBWF 'FEEL GOOD'
AWARDS 2019
Leaders are truly delighted to share that we are now the proud recipients of the LBWF Feel Good Physical Activity and Health Project Award 2019 💕
It truly goes to show that our small organisation is breaking through barriers especially to receive this level of recognition at the annual sports award, considering we are not a sporting organisation. We must thank Joyce Guthrie and Dean Roberts for always going above and beyond to support Leaders in so many ways.
We also thank all our current and previous funders whom without we would never be able to do what we love-engaging with children and young people !
#TheLVEFoundation Karen Bellamy #Bigcreativeeducation #L&QHousing #Peabody #JackPetcheyFoundation #LondonBoroughofWalthamForest
To all our teachers, staff and volunteers-thank you for all your support.
Finally to all our children and young people-we celebrate you and all that you are we are so proud of all of them which is why they attended the awards and accepted the award on behalf of everyone connected to Leaders❤️❤️❤️
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
TRAVEL TO SEE 'SOME LIKE IT HIP HOP' IN THEATRE
Thanks to Sadlers Wells Community Engagement team, Leaders were able to visit the Peacock Theatre in Holborn to watch Zoonations 'Some Like it Hip Hop'!
They all got to travel by coach 🤩 which meant we were able to take 65 children and young people on this enjoyable day out.
The show was beyond amazing and everyone had a brilliant time❤️
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
HOLD BAKE SALE IN
SUPPORT OF MACMILLAN
Thank you to all our young leaders and their families who supported our annual Macmillan Bake Sale where we raised a whopping £275 on the day!
A special thanks to Peabody (Chingford) for donating the drinks.
We are so proud to support such a worthy cause and more so because of the generosity of all our children and young people!
#JoinTheFight
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
TAKE PART IN LBWF CONNECTING COMMUNITIES CAMPAIGN
Once again, Leaders are honoured to be a part of the LBWF Connecting Communities Media Campaign.
A huge thanks to Rory Knox and his amazing team who spent the afternoon at Leaders taking these amazing photos.
They demonstrate how diverse our community group is and how its safe and nurturing environment is connecting children and young people.
It also enables them to meet various role models, mentors and world class talented teachers, who encourage participants to celebrate their diversity and be all that they can be ❤️
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
TAKE PART IN BOROUGH OF CULTURE MUSIC VIDEO
Thank you to all our children, young people and their parents who came out to support the making of the Borough of Culture Legends of the Forest Music Video on 12th October 2019.
As you can see every one got to keep the awesome uniforms and they all had such a great experience!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORLD CAR FREE DAY SEPTEMBER 2019
Well done to all our children and young people who joined Leaders to support World Car Free Day on 22nd September 2019.
Our young people supported Transport For London in Central London and our youngest supported LBWF at their Walk-In-Stow event.
Thank you for the opportunity and to all that came to support.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM AT CHINGFEST AUGUST 2019
Leaders would like to thank LBWF for giving Leaders Community the opportunity to support Chingfest 2019.
We give special mention and our thanks to Luke November and Leki Lemzi for the opportunity to collaborate and to all our supporters who came out in the hundreds to share this special day with us.
ALL our children and young people were beyond amazing and truly showcased what rising talents they all are!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM AT LBWF MELA AUGUST 2019
Once again our beautiful children and young people had the opportunity to be a part of Mela 2019.
Well done to all our young Leaders who came out to support their local community, by putting on performances, dance workshops and such wonderful audience participation opportunities!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY HOLD WORKSHOPS AT CHINGFORD FOUNDATION SECONDARY SCHOOL
Thanks to management and staff at Chingford Foundation Secondary School for welcoming Leaders to their school for a full day of presentations and dance workshops.
We addressed health & well-being and the importance of navigating away from negative behaviours and cycles.
We were able to engage with over 200 students which was an amazing experience and we look forward to welcoming some students to our ongoing programs.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY ARE CHOSEN TO TAKE PART
IN A MUSIC VIDEO
A massive shout out to Naomi Chester 'Kinsoulcollective' for selecting a group of our awesome talent to feature in her upcoming music video.
Heres a few snaps to give you a little sneak peak... as you can see they truly had a blast!
Thanks as always to our Joshua Chester for making it happen!
JACK PETCHEY
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNERS -
JUNE 2019
We are delighted to announce our Young Achiever Award winners for June 2019 Donike and Nashay !
These young ladies were nominated and elected by their peers within our community group.
They were both chosen for being great team members who continually support the work Leaders do within the community.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM BOTH!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
PERFORM AT
'BREAKOUT LONDON 2019'
Congratulations to our beautiful Leaders who represented themselves and all those who support them at Breakout London 2019 held in Barking.
Breakout provides the opportunity to showcase such a diverse group of talent, allowing everyone to celebrate the upcoming rising talent within the dance industry!
Thank you for allowing Leaders to be a part of it!
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L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY DANCE TUTORS PERFORM AT RADIO 1'S BIG WEEKENDER!
Congratulations to 2 of our awesome dance teachers Aaliyah Sharnell and Jason Thanh Nguyen for their success in supporting Jax Jones and Little Mix at the Radio 1 Big Weekender!
Thank you to these inspirational mentors for connecting with our children and young people and showing them that anything is possible, you just need to dream big!
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L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM AT 'BEACH VOLLEYBALL OLYMPIC QUALIFIERS 2020'
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY had the honor of performing at the Beach Volleyball Olympic Qualifiers 2020 with the 'Feel Good Too' movement in Leyton.
The event took place on Saturday 25th May 2019 and was hosted by the London Borough of Waltham Forest.
A big thank you to the organisers for allowing us this great experience and a massive well done to all our children and young people who dedicated their Saturday to entertain us all!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM AT BOROUGH OF CULTURE
'MAY DAY' EVENT
Leaders were delighted to take part in the Borough of Culture May Day event held on Saturday 4th May 2019 on the Chingford Plains.
Although the weather was awful, being a united community group with over 90 performers, our performers did us so proud by dancing in the rain - that's just what they do ! 💕💕💕
Now that is what you call dedication and commitment - uniting our community through dance.
With thanks to all our parents and families who gave them such encouragement and support, you are all amazing ❤️
#wfculture19
#connectingcommunities
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM
AT DANCERS DELIGHT 2019
A massive shout out to Yann Bolenge who gave our young leaders the opportunity to be a part of his showcase Dancers Delight 2019, held at the Broadway Barking Theatre in April.
This showcase provides a platform to come together to celebrate all the upcoming rising talent in the dance industry for the UK.
We are always humbled to be invited to take part and we applaud Yann Bolenge for his efforts to support, unite and celebrate the industry!
Check out our performance below!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM
AT LONDON PULSE 2019
With thanks to our friends at London Pulse ( Copper Box Arena) for having Leaders come down on Saturday 27th April 2019 to support their super league charity netball match #shoot4pink, in partnership with Pink Ribbon Foundation - the importance of raising awareness of breast cancer 💗🖤
Our children and young people had the opportunity to perform at the Arena, engage with the team and we even provided the mascot for the day! We then we had the opportunity to meet the awesome Clare Balding.
We are humbled and honoured to be a part of this important event.
#ConnectingCommunities #LondonPulse #ClareBalding
PINEAPPLE'S COMMUNITY DANCE CHAMPION OF THE MONTH
We are pleased to announce our very own founder Maria Theodoulou has been named Pineapple's Community Dance Champion of the Month.
Maria works tirelessly creating free and affordable dance programmes for young people so they feel inspired to lead positives lives.
Thank you for everything you do to keep Leaders alive and the joy you bring to our young people.
Well deserved!
FREE STREET DANCE CLASSES
IN HIGHAM HILL
Calling all Higham Hill and neighbouring residents aged 7-11 years!!
We are offering FREE Street Dance Classes every Wednesday starting on Wednesday 27th March 2019.
All enquiries or to enrol please call Danielle : 07415 869568
See more details below.
JACK PETCHEY
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNERS -
MARCH 2019
Congratulations to all our Jack Petchey Achievers : Caris Smith, Freya Thomas Knott, Zizi Kotyo, Ruth Ekomisa and also to our Leader Award Recipient Toni Connolly !
We also celebrated the achievements of Francesca Thomas Knott, one of our parent volunteers.
A special mention to our young leaders who yet again came out to entertain the audience at the Keneth Moore Theatre in Ilford and as we have come to expect they certainly raised the roof with their awesome performance.
Well done!!
BOROUGH'S UNITED TALENT
COMPETITION 2019
Congratulations to our wonderful and talented 40 young Leaders who performed at the Boroughs United 2019 Talent Showcase celebrating children and young people from across 33 Boroughs in London who all come together to make a stand against youth violence.
With thanks to over 200 parents and family supporters who came out on the night to cheer and support-what a night!
Also a big thank you to our amazing teachers: Joshua Chester, Jason Than, Aaliyah Sharnell and Steven Pascua.
2nd place to our over 13's dance group and 3rd place to our young leaders-we are so proud of you all.
This is our third year participating in this show and its now quite clear that even though you all train just one hour a week, the quality of the teaching you access is phenomenal!
You represent everything that is good in our communities, your empathy & support not only for yourselves as a team with one dream but for everyone else is sincere.
You celebrate others achievements not just your own with only love and support in your hearts your stars are rising .
Its your time to shine in that fierce determined manner you are all known for.
Dream Big & Live Big !
This was by far your best work and demonstrates when you are one team with one dream, how much you can achieve.
Participating acts:
Bruce Grove Next Generation
Lil Generals
Young Leaders
Leaders
Roll on 2020.......!!!!
OVER 13'S PERFORMANCE
UNDER 13'S PERFORMANCE
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY DELIVER DANCE WORKSHOPS AT FERRY LANE SCHOOL
On Monday 28th January 2019, two of our young Leaders Emie & Caris led 2 dance workshops for 120 children at Ferry Lane Primary School (Haringey).
Well done to Emie & Caris for engaging with these young talents and demonstrating that dance is an alternative physical activity for those that do not enjoy sports.
Also that it can be fun as well as good for you !
YIAG DELIVER BULLYING WORKSHOP TO L.E.A.D.E.R.S
Leaders would like to thank Jane Brueseke and the Young Advisors from YIAG for delivering a workshop for our learners aged 7-10 years at the Paradox Centre.
They addressed all types of bullying and our young learners found it very interesting, fun and educational.
Thank you YIAG!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
Leaders Community are pleased to share with you our
Christmas Extravaganza.
Many of our children have been taking advantage of all the performance opportunities we have offered them over the past 12 months.
However, not all our young learners have that level of confidence yet to take part in large shows, so we decided to put on a Christmas show at the Paradox Centre, where all learners would feel more confident to showcase what they have been working on over the last few months.
Whilst its great that our more confident learners can share larger platforms to showcase their talent, for us its equally important that those who are not so confident also get to experience the thrill of performing in a more informal setting.
Leaders celebrate all their children and young people regardless of their abilities.
Thank you to all our friends, family who came out and showed their support!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY WIN @
'FEEL GOOD' SPORTS AWARDS 2019
FOR WALTHAM FOREST
🤩🤩🤩Hooray !!!!!!🤩🤩🤩
Leaders Community are breaking barriers !!!!
We are so proud to share that on Thursday 22nd November Leaders Community received 3 awards at the Feel Good 2018 Sports Awards recognising our little community group and our efforts in supporting children and young people !
Two of our dance instructors won joint 'Coach of the Year - Aaliyah Sharnell and Steven Pascua' and our project lead - Maria Theodoulou also received an award for Volunteer of the Year !.
We are humbled and honoured to receive these awards which are so significant because we do not offer SPORTS we offer physical activities and performing arts opportunities which is why we value this recognition and thank LBWF for this honour.
Needless to say our star is rising ❤️ because we are a STRONG FIERCE family united with one common goal, better futures for all our children and young people.
Thank you to you all (and you know who you are) who support us in so many ways ❤️❤️❤️
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
TAKE PART IN S.I.C.K EVENT 2018
A massive thank you to Jason Hill and Mahnaz for inviting our Young Leaders to be a part of S.I.C.K 2018 @ Walthamstow Town Hall yesterday !
As always we are so proud of all our young leaders who are and always will be a shinning example that not every young person belongs to a gang and not every young person is wasting their life.
This is something to celebrate and we are always proud of them and what they represent ❤️❤️❤️#diversecommunity #realtalent #danceisforeveryone
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
YOUNGSTERS TAKE PART IN PERSONAL SAFETY WORKSHOP
Many thanks to Jason Hill (Youth Engagement Met Police) for delivering a workshop to our youngest learners.
It took place at the Paradox Centre in Chingford and was in an effort to educate them about personal safety in their community.
Well done to all our young leaders who took part in such an eye opening experience.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
TAKE PART IN 'DON'T GET COURT' COMMUNITY PROJECT
Leaders would like to thank the LVE Foundation for inviting a selection of our young people to take part in their eye opening project, designed to steer young people away from negative cycles and behaviour.
Learners spent the day visiting a local police custody suite, where they were able to see first hand what the consequences are if you get arrested and processed through the system!
A huge thank you to Mrs Bellamy and Jason Hill as feedback received from our learners made it abundantly clear that this experience certainly proved as a deterrent and those engaged in the program definitely have no plans of ever engaging in negative behaviour which would result in them getting arrested.
A truly innovative project.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
HOST ANNUAL MACMILLAN
'COFFEE MORNING' BAKE SALE!!
Once again, Leaders hosted their annual Macmillan Bake Sale on Friday 28th September 2018.
The event was held at our Chingford branch, where pretty much everything sold out!
Thank you to everyone who placed orders and to all of our young leaders who came along on the day where they purchased some of our lovely cakes.
Also a big thanks to Peabody for allowing us to use the space and for your contribution.
#TheFightAgainstCancer
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
FEATURED IN STREET GAMES
' US GIRLS ' PROMO VIDEO!!
Some of our young leaders were featured in Street Games 'US Girls' new promo video.
The Us Girls brand of Street Games is designed to increase and sustain young women's participation in sport and physical activity within some of the nation’s most disadvantaged communities.
Thanks to Dean Roberts (Strategic Sport & Physical Activity Development Officer for LBWF) our girls were invited to take part in the shooting and as usual entertained the film crew with their powerful dance routines !
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM @
' FOREST OVER THE STARS ' -
HOME GROWN TALENT SHOW 2018
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
PRESENTS OUR NEW
JAZZ CLASSES - EVERY TUESDAY IN CHINGFORD
Jazz is coming to Chingford on Tuesdays!
Sessions start on Tuesday 2nd October 2018 @ 5.15pm
One and half hour sessions @ £2.50 per week !
Leaders are very excited to welcome the talent that is Holly Palmer -Jazz Instructor Extraordinaire, to our ever expanding community group.
Enrollment now open, please email: leadersacademyenquiries@gmail.com
Any questions please call: Maria on 07831 224 510
For those wishing to pursue a vocational career, jazz technique is essential and Holly Palmer is renowned for her much sought after technique classes, so don't miss out!
Take a look below!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
PERFORM AT A DANCE INDUSTRY EVENT :
' THE SATURDAY SHOW '
Well done to our young Leaders who were fortunate enough to be invited to perform at a Dance Industry Event -The Saturday Show. A BIG thank you as always to our dance tutors the legend Steven Pascua with help from the talented Aaliyah Sharnell for this fantastic choreo!
Under their nurturing guidance, our young people are having the time of their lives! We thank our lucky stars that we have such amazing talented teachers helping Leaders change lives, one child at a time 💕
If you have a child or young person who wants to get fit and active, dance or be a dancer, build their confidence and self esteem - just look at what our programs can offer you. Every Friday from 4.00pm - 6.00pm at Paradox Centre 3 Ching Way E4 8YD, just £10 per month.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
ARE FEATURED IN MVP WORKSHOP'S
'HORA DE VERANO' (SUMMERTIME)
MUSIC VIDEO
Leaders Community were honoured to be featured in this music video put together by MVP Workshops.
This video highlights the creative talent of young residents who attend the FREE 10 week intensive Performing Arts Program in partnership with the LVE Foundation and The Big Creative Academy.
Thank you to all those involved and a huge well done to all the young people who took part.
Take a look!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
PERFORM AT WALTHAM FOREST'S
'GET TOGETHER' EVENTS 2018
Thank you to the London Borough of Waltham Forest, for giving Leaders Community the opportunity to be a part of the amazing Get Together events this summer.
Over 160 children & young people supported by their wonderful parents came together to engage, support and have fun at the Leyton Carnival, Mela and the highlight of our summer Chingest!
These free community get together events are a vital socially inclusive opportunity for everyone to get involved in their community and Leaders are honoured to have been included.
Workshops and performances were hosted throughout all the events and our performers were so proud to have the opportunity to give back to the community and be a part of these awesome experiences💕
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PERFORM AT GIRLS ALLOWED SAFE4FAITH CONFERENCE 2018
Leaders Community were honoured to be invited to entertain the delegates at the annual Girls Allowed Safe4Faith Conference tackling knife and hate crime in partnership.
The annual event hosted by the Metropolitan Police was held at the prestigious Emmanuel centre in Central London.
Naturally our young people couldn't stop themselves from entertaining the tourist outside the Westminster Abbey where as usual they generated quite a fuss !
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PRESENTS 'MAKE SOME NOISE 2018'
We are proud to share with you the official images from our annual event 'Make Some Noise 2018'.
This was an opportunity for all our young people to showcase what they have learnt so far as part of the L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY team.
We had over 200 young people aged 7-16 from all over London including Chingford, Walthamstow, Hackney and Tottenham take part in a variety of performances in all three strands of performing arts (singing, dance and drama).
The show took place on Sunday 29th May and to accommodate this huge talent, we held two ' SOLD OUT' ' shows at the amazing Leyton Great Hall!
We thank all of our supporters, especially The LVE Foundation for your on going support and for the amazing space, but most importantly we praise each and every one of our young people for there continued dedication, commitment and passion for what we do as a community group!
We love you all!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
PERFORM AT
DANCERS DELIGHT 2018
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY were honored to be invited to perform at DejaVu Entertainment''s annual showcase 'Dancers Delight 2018'.
As usual they brought huge amounts of energy and passion and we thank everyone who came to support! Also a special thanks to the organisers for allowing us this great opportunity.
Check out their performance below!
STEVEN PASCUA
CHOREOGRAPHER & TEACHER AT L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
The talent that is Steven Pascua can be found teaching for Leaders Community every Friday between 4.30-6.00pm
@ Peabody Paradox Centre
3 Ching Way Chingford E48YD
If you are 15 years and over and want to train with one of the UK's most sought after choreographers and performers, contact us:
Email : leadersacademyenquiries@gmail.com
Phone: 07831224510 (Maria)
Places are limited and application is essential.
JACK PETECHY
REGIONAL AWARDS 2018
Leaders Community were invited back to the #JackPetchey Regional Awards 2018. This time not as the entertainment (as per usual), but to support young leaders Emie Emin, Sienna Hill and Zizi Kotyo who were all being celebrated as Young Achievers in Waltham Forest!
We are so proud of them and look forward to returning next year with a new group of young achievers. We thank all our children and young people who are a part of Leaders Community, you are all amazing and we celebrate each and every one of you!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
TAKE HOME GOLD AT
BOROUGH'S UNITED 2018!
Leaders would like to congratulate all of our learners who took part in this years Boroughs United 2018 @ Hackney Empire.
We are proud to announce that Leaders won 1st place in Dance for both the under 13's and over 13's categories.
Congratulations to our Little Generals who performed for the first time ever and most certainly stole everyone's hearts with their performance.
With special thanks to our Dance Leads: Steven Pascua, Aaliyah Sharnell & Joshua Chester and finally to Kelly Reid and Co from Da Crib for organising this Pan London Talent Event giving children and young people the opportunity to showcase their creative talents !!
See all of their amazing performances below!
LITTLE GENERALS
UNDER 13'S
OVER 13'S
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
ARE AWARDED AT
LEYTON ORIENT FOOTBALL STADIUM
With funding received from The Leyton Orient Football Trust in partnership with Peabody, 20 young leaders qualified in Level 1 Dance Leadership.
They were invited to the Leyton Orient Football Stadium to receive their certificates on the pitch on 30th December 2017.
Thank you to Trevor Duberry for supporting this programme and for organising this special awards presentation.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
ARE RECOGNISED IN LOCAL PAPER ONCE AGAIN!
Look who made it in the local press once again!
The young Leaders attended the Feel Good Sports Awards in November 2017.
Although Leaders did not receive any awards, they received an astounding SEVEN nominations which is simply amazing.
Considering dance is not an seen as an official sport but rather a physical activity, we did pretty well !!!
Leaders are breaking barriers with dance so 2018 looks set to be a smashing year for all involved.
3 L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY TEENS FEATURED ON CHANNEL 4'S
'TRICKS OF THE RESTAURANT TRADE'
Congratulations to Emie Emin, Donike Kidd Turner and Phelo Zile.
These 3 lucky teens had the opportunity of a life time to feature in Channel 4's 'Tricks of The Restaurant Trade', alongside celebrity chef and show host,
Simon Rimmer.
Thank you to Simon Rimmer & Channel 4 for this incredible honour!!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
OPEN DAY
SATURDAY 18TH NOVEMBER 2017
Open Day at The Big Creative Academy for enrolment on the NEW FREE Performing Arts School program which starts on Saturday 25th November 2017 @ 2pm!
It is not too late to enrol, there are some places still available so please make contact as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Thank you to Kirsty Trujilo (Programme Manager, Youth Investment Fund), The Big Creative Academy and one of our funders, Karen Bellamy (CEO, LVE Foundation) who came along to help with the enrolment.
Thanks as always to our army of volunteers and young people who always turnout to support programs for the benefit of the community!
'FEEL GOOD' SPORTS AWARDS
WALTHAM FOREST
A massive thank you to Dean Roberts & Joyce Guthrie from the Sports Development Department of Waltham Forest for inviting Leaders Community to the Sports Awards 2017 !
Whilst dance is not a recognised Sport, it is a recognised physical activity and although we didn't receive any awards we received a BLINDING 7 nominations and that is just amazing!
For us it was a win-win situation and are delighted to even be considered !
However, our love, respect and pure pride go to our wonderful young leaders. Not only do they train hard, perform, support all community events they are invited to, are peer mentors and role models, they spend a huge amount of time outreaching in the community, showing residents that there are young people who deserve to be recognised for being amazing contributing members of society.
They really are the PRIDE of Leaders and just you all
WATCH THIS SPACE...
amazing opportunities are coming their way and they really deserve everything good that comes next!
For once they were guests and not the entertainment and as you can see they really appreciated the evening.
Thank you to a wonderful borough for putting on such wonderful, empowering events !
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY & 15 YEAR OLD EMIE EMIN NAMED AS CULTURAL STARS OF WALTHAM FOREST
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY and young leader Emie Emin received an award from the leader of the council, Cllr Coghill in recognition of their cultural contribution in Waltham Forest.
Congrats!
THE JACK PETCHEY FOUNDATION ACHIEVERS AWARDS
WALTHAM FOREST OCTOBER 2017
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY are delighted to support the Jack Petchey Foundation once again at their regional awards night, held at the Walthamstow Assembly Hall on 10th October 2017.
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY AT CHINGFEST 2017
To see our little community dance group's name up in lights on those huge monitors was one of the most special moments for our group ❤️❤️
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY UNDER 14'S PERFORMING AT MELA IN WALTHAM FOREST
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY MAKE LOCAL NEWSPAPER!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
OPEN LEYTON CARNIVAL 2017
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY PRESENTS
'MAKE SOME NOISE' 2017
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY
PLACE 1ST AT BOROUGHS UNITED
COMPETITION 2017
Voted Overall winners by the entire panel, Leaders Community won their first ever dance competition winning the coveted trophy for their borough Waltham Forest. Congratulations to Darren, Emie, Caris, Sienna, Jonathan, Curnisha, Christina, Freya, Donikey and Nayshay.
Thank you to all the parents and friends for the most amazing support on the night. A special thank you to Ms Roz Gordon Peabody/CBHA for organising the venue for all rehearsals and for donating funds for the uniform!
L.E.A.D.E.R.S COMMUNITY AWARDED RUNNERS UP @
'LOVE YOUR BOROUGH
AWARDS' 2017
We are proud and honoured to announce that Leaders Community were nominated for the Arts, Culture & Heritage Award at the 'Love Your Borough Awards 2017'.
Although we were a runner up, we are absolutely delighted that our little Community Group was recognised by Waltham Forest as a serious contender for this award and this in itself is a WIN for all such community groups!
Congratulations to all the winners. We salute all the amazing people who are the heart & soul of Leaders Community: Maria, Andi, Nadia, Toni, Danielle, Emmerson, Nadiya, Stacy, Claire, Leila, Daisy & Ameca. Thank you to our AMAZING teachers Steven Pascua, Aaliyah Sharnell, Justin Morosa, Josh Chester & Marvyn Johnson.
To all the key people who say what they mean and mean what they say: Roz Gordon, Cllr Karen Bellamy, Jason Hill, Lisa Fisher, Jane Brueseke, Ms Linda Lawrence, KidsCount, The Chingford Hall Peabody Team & Mr Dean Roberts, Thank you for believing in us and for your continued support .
Finally, to all the AMAZING children and young people who turn up to our sessions every week. We are all so very proud of you, for your commitment, dedication and courage that you have shown by choosing to take control of your lives and your destiny.
YOU MAKE US PROUD
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