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We play a key role in tackling poverty, deprivation, disadvantage and powerlessness by providing an impressive range of cultural, sports, recreational and educational services within three programme strands:
- Community Development focuses on providing projects and services which harness the considerable energy and commitment of the many groups and individuals working to better the community.
- Healthy Living covers all aspects of an individual's mind, body and spirit and our services address the particular needs of our community, tackling local factors which contribute to health inequality.
- Lifelong Learning promotes the concept that everyone has the potential to learn, grow and be an active part of the community regardless of age, background and ability.
We are based in east London with two community centres: Durning Hall in Forest Gate and The Froud Centre in Manor Park. Our centres provide the environment in which the community, at all levels and in all its guises, can come together and tap into the energy of Newham. They provide everything from, for example, office space for campaigning groups right down to a place for someone to drop in for coffee and a welcoming word.
Vision Statement:
Our vision is that east London will have the diversity and community wealth
to create a vibrant inclusive society.
Our mission is to develop the community wealth of east London and promote a diverse and inclusive society in which all are free to participate.
Charity number 220085
Company Number ENG: 48350
Aston-Mansfield was formed in October 2000 through the merger of Aston Charities Trust and Mansfield Settlement, two organisations which played a major role in east London for over 100 years when they opened boys and mens clubs at the end of the 19th century.
These clubs offered a wide spectrum of sporting, social and educational activities and during the early 20th century, we also provided a large number of social services at a time when state provision was virtually non existent. We have a history of working very closely with the local community and of tapping into and building on the work being done by individuals and groups. The focus of our work has remained consistent to our original values, although our services have been many and varied.
(For a full description of our history, please download our PDF publication here)