Newham Nurture Group being awarded with City of Sanctuary award in 2025

Newham Nurture is a community partnership with NCT, Alternatives Trust, The Magpie Project and Compost London, supporting women from low income, migrant and marginalised backgrounds during and after pregnancy.

Siân Summers-Rees, Chief Officer at City of Sanctuary UK, said: 

Newham Nurture truly exemplifies sanctuary in maternity care. Pregnancy and parenthood can be daunting – even more so when also going through the UK asylum system – but Newham Nurture’s innovative and inclusive programming ensures more families get the care, support, friendship and community that we all deserve.

We all have a part to play in building a kinder, fairer, more equitable society; through this award we formally recognise and celebrate Newham Nurture’s phenonemal contribution.

The Maternity Service of Sanctuary title was awarded by City of Sanctuary UK, a nationally coordinated network of organisations and services, including councils, universities, theatres and libraries that welcome and support refugees and people seeking asylum.

Maternity Stream Award Certificate - Reawarded 2025

Maternity Stream Award Certificate

Funded by

Newham Council

City Bridge Foundation

Royal Docks Trust

Partners

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The Magpie Project

Alternatives Trust East London