We are a multi-purpose Community Association operating in the north of the borough. Our Association was set up originally in 1972 by a group of local parents who needed somewhere for their children to play.

Over the last forty years we have had and will continue to have a major influence for the good in our community, providing a stable base in a rapidly changing environment.

Caxton House is a vibrant community hub based near Archway. We host a number of weekly services and activities across a wide range of themes, including health and wellbeing, employability and training, environment and advice.

We are committed to the goals of community development, in which the people of the neighbourhood are responsibly involved in solving problems, rather than as recipients of services provided by others.

Elizabeth House is a thriving multi-purpose community centre in the heart of Highbury aiming to improve the lives of local residents and connect people together.

We offer a range of services and activities for all, including Holiday Playscheme, After School and Youth Provision, and adult classes, as well as space for new or established groups.

We provide a safe and welcoming environment that encourages people, particularly those from disadvantaged and disaffected communities, to engage in activities that will enhance their self-esteem and encourage them to participate in community activities and events.

We provide educational and recreational facilities for people of all ages and ethnic backgrounds that live or work in Highbury and the surrounding area. From pre-school to old age, there is something for everyone!

Hilldrop Area Community Association aims to enhance the wellbeing of our diverse local community with a focus on employment and health.

The Centre is a large, multi-purpose facility offering a wide programme of activities and services. We are committed to involving the community in the shaping of our programme, and proudly work in partnership with many other local groups and organisations.

In the early 1970’s a group of local people who were concerned about the lack of facilities for local families and people experiencing mental health issues got together to see how they could change this. As a result of their hard work and community activity, HNG was established.

Over the years we have worked with many different communities in the Holloway area, including pre-school children, parents, people with mental health problems, elders and unemployed people.

Hornsey Lane Estate Community Centre is based on Hazellville Road, within the Hornsey Lane Estate.

It serves people from all areas of London and offers support, advice and referrals on a variety of subjects, such as benefits, debt and housing.

We also have a fully staffed nursery and after school facilities, a lunch club and befriending service for older people, coffee mornings, and Zumba classes.

Light Project Pro International is an educational charity which runs a wide range of projects for people of all ages.

We bring together families and volunteers, originating from 35 countries, to improve the educational opportunities of local communities.

We focus particularly on people at risk of being socially marginalised. We aim to promote social inclusion and thus everyone is welcome to take part in our projects.

In the 1970s, residents Ron Lang and Vince Camilleri fought to keep The Mildmay (or The Mayville Community Centre, as we were then known) open for local children, young people and families to come together.

We’re proud to continue this work by providing a Foodbank and Community Kitchen, services for Families and Young People, a Community Garden, and Arts events.

Muslim Welfare House aims to provide best practice social, educational and training centres, to fulfil the needs of marginalised and ethnic communities in line with our dedication to serving the community across the UK.

We work positively for the Muslim community’s participation in society – by particularly encouraging socially excluded communities to improve their quality of life by accessing mainstream opportunities in education, employment and training.

The ARC is a grassroots community space in Islington, designed by locals, for locals.

Our spacious venue is home to our Weekly Programme, where people can join yoga classes, bond at coffee mornings, and get their creative juices flowing at art and drama workshops.

Our Coffee Shop focuses on youth employment, giving young local people the experience and skills to work in the coffee industry and beyond, or start a business of their own.

The Peel has been building a connected community in Clerkenwell since 1898. We run activities for adults, children and young people and mental health awareness projects.

We help older people who are lonely or at risk of isolation to become active citizens by connecting them with others in the community .

We provide opportunities for all residents of Clerkenwell to participate in activities through which they can make acquaintances across divides, for mutual benefit.

Our aim is to improve the quality of lives for people living locally and break down barriers, particularly for the most vulnerable.

We have a daily Lunch Club for anyone over 55 living in Islington, with a healthy, subsidised three-course lunch. We have a programme of free after school classes for children, including cookery, table tennis, gardening, art and dance. As well as daily activities for adults including employment support, sewing, art, line dancing, table tennis, walking and much more.

Whittington Park Community Association was established by local people in 1972.

Today, our services include an Early Years Hub with a community nursery, a Childminders' Drop In and Stay and Play sessions, a Youth Club for 13-19s, a social club for 55+ and a men's social club.

Our mission is to provide a welcoming and well-run centre for individuals and groups in Islington to sustain and develop a vibrant community.