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Woodberry Down is one of Europe's largest single site regeneration projects; beginning in 2009, work to demolish the existing Hackney Council estate and build over 5000 new homes is scheduled to continue until at least 2035. As part of the regeneration two local reservoirs were developed into an 11 acre nature reserve, with the site being opened to the public for the first time in 200 years in 2016.
My Place have been commissioned by the Woodberry Down partners (Notting Hill Genesis Housing Association, Berkeley Homes and the London Borough of Hackney) to train young people as social researchers, to gather the views of young people regarding the ongoing regeneration, and to establish a youth-led steering group to work with the regeneration partners to improve the local area for everyone.
My Place has recruited 8 young people aged 13-18 from Woodberry Down to access and represent the views of the diverse communities in Woodberry Down with local decision makers, in order to improve the local area for everyone. Find out more about the Woodberry Down Community Ambassadors below and stay tuned to our blog and socials to follow their journey!
Alexis, 16
Alexis is outgoing and charismatic and has lived in Woodberry Down for 15 years. She joined My Place because she wanted the opportunity to voice her opinion and help create improvements to make Woodberry Down even better
Asma, 13
Asma has lived in Woodberry Down her whole life. She wanted to join the My Place community because she wants to help and improve the experiences of people in her community as this is something she is very passionate about
Nofisat, 14
Nofisat has been living in Woodberry Down for 2 years and decided to join this project to help with the growth of the area. She wants to help improve people's experiences of living in Woodberry Down and is a fan of sports, reading, art and music
Jorja, 17
Jorja is a student who has lived in the same block in Woodberry Down her whole life. She joined My Place because she is passionate about improving her local area
Solange, 17
Solange has been a local resident for 5 years. She is an empathetic and hard working individual who wanted to become a part of My Place to make a positive impact and contribute to the betterment of her community
Juanita, 18
Juanita has been a resident in Woodberry Down for 4 years. She joined My Place in the hope that she could have her voice heard. She encourages others to take opportunities to make themselves heard. Juanita is a self taught drummer.
Christiana, 14
Christiana is a creative and talkative character who has lived in Woodberry Down since she was born. She joined My Place because she wants to make a change in Woodberry Down
La'Shayne, 14
La'Shayne has lived in Wodberry Down for 3 years and joined My Place to help improve living standards for people in the area
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