Community Interest Company · Newham, London
Building Stronger Communities With Open Hearts
We support women and local communities through learning, wellbeing, practical guidance and meaningful connection.
We support women and local communities through learning, wellbeing, practical guidance and meaningful connection.
With Open Hearts CIC is a community interest company based in the London Borough of Newham. We support women and local communities, including migrants, single mothers, caregivers and adults who may feel isolated or lack confidence accessing services and opportunities.
Our work focuses on wellbeing, education, employment skills, digital confidence, personal development and community connection.
Any surplus is reinvested into the organisation for community benefit.
Six areas of support, all free or low-cost, all delivered with warmth.
Welcoming activities and safe opportunities for women to meet, share experiences and feel less isolated.
Simple, practical learning that helps adults build digital confidence and access online opportunities.
Confidence building, employability skills and practical guidance towards work and training.
Clear information and referral to appropriate local services, charities and community organisations.
Personal development, leadership, financial literacy and entrepreneurship activities.
Friendly spaces, useful information and practical support for mothers and caregivers.
Real sessions, real people, real progress — here is what a week with us can look like.
Practical sessions that help adults understand digital tools, online services and artificial intelligence.
Friendly activities and welcoming spaces where women can meet, feel supported and build relationships.
Practical workshops that help women build confidence and explore work and learning opportunities.
Clear information, practical guidance and referral to appropriate local services.
Opportunities for women to build confidence, share experience and take an active role.
Welcoming opportunities for mothers, caregivers and children to connect.
With Open Hearts CIC values positive relationships with local community representatives who care about stronger and more connected communities.
Supporting positive relationships between local organisations and the communities they serve.
Over 40 years of experience in international development, community inclusion and humanitarian work with United Nations agencies in more than 30 countries. Martin now supports community research and partnership development in Newham.
Our culturally diverse volunteer team generously shares time, skills and practical support to help community activities run successfully.
Donations may help us provide free or low-cost workshops, learning materials, community activities, practical guidance and signposting.
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