The latest communications and involvement summary for May is now available, showcasing how we continue to engage meaningfully with residents across all boroughs.
In Harrow, the Citizens Forum relaunched during Dementia Awareness Week, with discussions on culturally appropriate dementia care. In Hillingdon, NHS staff met with Age UK’s Carib Club to explore community trauma and culturally relevant support.
Women from Moroccan, Somali and Sudanese backgrounds took part in sessions on breast cancer screening and FGM, stressing the importance of language and lived experience. In Hounslow, more than 200 people attended a kidney screening event, welcomed for its familiar setting and information in Gujarati and Hindi.
In Brent, a Parkinson’s awareness session in Gujarati combined medical advice with cultural context. Across north west London, initiatives like dementia friendly shopping and breast screening catch ups continue to reflect the value of trusted, community-led engagement.
Find out more: May communications and involvement summary (PDF).