🧭 Our Purpose

Bridge the Justice Gap: With over half of Newham residents born outside the UK, many living in temporary housing—access to legal support is vital. Our collaborative partners with organisations like Fieldfisher and the Public Law Project to identify unmet legal needs across the borough

Evidence-Based Advocacy: We support initiatives like “From Disparity to Fairness – Legal Access in Newham”, a report launched in Parliament that outlines barriers to justice and provides actionable recommendations for change

🔍 What We Do

Coordinate Pro Bono Legal Support: We bring together legal aid groups, advocates, and specialist lawyers to provide culturally competent, no-cost legal assistance—particularly vital in areas like housing, immigration and benefits.

Community Listening & Research: Through listening sessions and partnerships with constituency surgeries, we gather real-life insights—such as cases involving mold-induced asthma and immigration delays—to inform our advocacy.

Systemic Advocacy & Campaigning: We work to influence local and national policy—such as legal aid reform and court fees—so justice is truly accessible for all.

Local Law Centre Development: We’re working with partners to establish a permanent Newham Law Centre, with collaborative planning underway on legal tech trials, resourcing and governance.

👥 Who Should Join

• Legal professionals and pro bono volunteers

• Advice agencies, community advocates, and caseworkers

• People with lived experience of the legal system

• Organisations campaigning for social, racial or economic justice

🌏 Why It Matters

By working together, we are not just responding to legal needs—we’re shaping a borough where justice is within everyone’s reach and no resident is left without support. Our collective action is what strengthens Newham’s fabric of fairness and opportunity.