Roots & Rascals:

Immerse yourself in the vibrant pulse of East London's community through our Oral Histories section. At its core lies Cockney slang, a linguistic gem that forms the foundation and weaves through the diverse narratives of our community. Beyond words, we uncover the myriad voices residing in East London, each offering a distinctive story, experience, and bond with this extraordinary area. Step into our immersive realm, where the evolution of language and culture unfolds, and every voice paints a vivid tale. Here, the threads of heritage, identity, and belonging intersect, creating a vibrant picture of East London's rich and dynamic spirit. Join us in celebrating the stories that make our community truly extraordinary.

Uniting East London’s Heart & Soul

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Badu Digital Hub

BADU is a multi-dimensional, non-profit, community development organisation: dedicated to providing holistic and unconditional support to underserved communities.

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Community Researchers

Join us in celebrating the diverse perspectives brought to life by these dedicated community interviewers, each contributing their unique lens to our collective narrative.

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Deafroots

Deafroots aims to raise awareness of deaf/hard of hearing inequalities, promote inclusivity, provide support, and celebrate contributions to improved quality of life.

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Deep Boroughs

The Deep Boroughs Network (DBN ) connects and empowers diverse communities, businesses and individuals in East London and across the UK.

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Discover Children’s Story Centre

Discover Children's Story Centre is the UK’s first Story Centre for children aged 0-11 and their families, their aim is to support a love of language, literature and stories.

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Newham Community Project

Based in Canning Town, Newham Community Project is a registered charity that has been helping with social welfare community development for over 14 years.

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Our Parklife

Our Parklife is a Community Interest Company based on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and designed to help deliver the legacy of the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park presents numerous opportunities for the local community, including sports, volunteering, learning, and active involvement.

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Roma Support Group

The Roma Support Group is a Roma-led Registered Charity and working with East European Roma refugees and migrants.

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Swadhinata Trust

The Swadhinata Trust is a secular Bengali community heritage organisation set up in 2000 by a group of local Tower Hamlets based community workers active in community politics.

Thank You to Our Supporters

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners and supporters. Your dedication and contributions are instrumental in making Voices of East Bank a powerful platform for storytelling, education, and community engagement.