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 ❤️
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@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