Groundwork East are a charity working locally and nationally to transform lives in the UK’s most disadvantaged communities.
We’re passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. We help people gain confidence and skills, get into training and work, protect and improve green spaces, lead more active lives and overcome significant challenges such as poverty, isolation, low skills and poor health.
Why our work is needed
The UK is one of the richest nations in the world yet many people in many communities face significant hardship.
- Continued reductions in public spending mean there is a risk of greater social inequality and greater geographic disparity as services people rely on are cut.
- The neighbourhood services that enhance our quality of life – from youth clubs to parks – will feel the brunt of spending reductions.
- As our economy and welfare system change, some people in some parts of the country will remain marginalised and vulnerable.
- Environmental impacts – from flooding to energy price rises – will impact disproportionately on those who have least protection.
Addressing these challenges will require new ideas and approaches engaging communities and businesses as well as new forms of public service delivery.
