Estates
Chalcots Estate
In October 2018, we started working with residents on the Chalcots Estate. Over two years, our resident Community Organisers:
Organised community events on the estate.
Created the Chalcots Bank, where residents were given £100 each to come up with a community project.
Spoken to 250 residents about living on the Chalcots
Created the ‘Chalcots Community Manifesto’, outlining 9 community goals for the estate.
Organised 3 Hacks, which came up with 3 popular ideas for change on the Chalcots.
Organised community activities, including: cinema trips, a Fun Day, a Photography Group, a gardening group, a baking initiative and a Tea, Cake and Chat group .
Hilgrove Estate
From July 2020-2022, we worked with residents on the Hilgrove estate. Resident community organisers:
Launched a photo exhibition on the estate called ‘Humans of Hilgrove’, which showcased the residents of Hilgrove.
Conducted in-depth interviews with 52 residents, and 21 local professionals.
Devised community goals with residents based on these interviews.
Hosted 3 Assembly workshops with residents and professionals around the three main themes of our research.
Sidney Boyd Court
From 2022-2023, we worked with residents on Sidney Boyd Court. Resident Community Organisers set up a weekly coffee morning for friends and neighbours. They have continued working with other residents and local bodies to redevelop the Club House based within the estate.
