Suraiya Haque Suraiya Haque

Aara Bhatia receives a Mayor’s Award

On 27th March WLAC’s young fundraising volunteer was granted a Young Achiever’s Award by the Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea, Councellor Will Lane, for her extraordinary commitment to improving the lives of those who live, work, study and visit the borough.

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Suraiya Haque Suraiya Haque

The London Marathon 2025 - Sunday 27th April

Our very own Magnificent Seven will be running in aid of West London Action for Children on Sunday 27th April. We'll be cheering them on from the sidelines near Bermondsey Tube Station and meeting the finishers in Horse Guards Parade to congratulate them on their achievement. Good luck all!

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Suraiya Haque Suraiya Haque

Lightning Talks #7

On March 27th,  Lightning Talks returned to Kite Studios.  More than 40 supporters gathered to hear 6 speakers deliver their short talks on a variety of topics.  Over £700 was raised towards our vital work.  A big thank you to all who spoke so engagingly and to Auriol Herford, founder of Kite Studios, for welcoming us back again. 

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Natalie Burge Natalie Burge

Heather Boxer, a life dedicated to WLAC

We are all feeling the loss of Heather Boxer's presence and leadership.  These have been a difficult few months for us but Heather left a strong team and clear legacy to steer our work. Her empathy, professionalism, and hard work have been woven into the fabric of everything we do.

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Meals & Reels at the Curry & Ceilidh Night

On the 1st February, the Hammersmith Club hosted its second evening of Scottish dancing and delicious curry, all to raise funds to support WLAC’s work and raised £6,346.

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Gazala Alvi Gazala Alvi

Heather Boxer

It is with great sadness that we announce that Heather Boxer, Chief Executive of WLAC, passed away on 12th January 2025. 

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Quiz raises £10,465 for WLAC!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone that supported this year’s Quiz.  The money raised will go directly to support the lives of local children and families. 

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Mighty me explained

Mighty Me supports children in years 4-6 (aged 8-11 years old) to recognise and appreciate their Mighty qualities, challenge negative self-talk, and increase self-confidence.

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