A Hanwell mum is leading efforts to bring new community activity to West Ealing’s Melbourne Avenue, an area locals say has been overlooked.
Elaisha Bedasee, a full-time carer and mother of four children with special educational needs and disabilities, is coordinating a collaboration involving residents, community groups and local businesses. The aim is to increase neighbourhood events and encourage a greater sense of safety and pride in the area.
Ms Bedasee is the founder of E J Natural Vibes CIC and Parents for Change, and also serves as a parent governor at Ealing Primary Centre. She said her work is shaped by her experience as a carer and focuses on disability awareness and practical support for families.
Central to her longer-term plans is a proposed community hub and juice bar in Ealing. Ms Bedasee said the venue would be designed not only as a food and drink outlet but also as a base for life-skills training, supported work experience and ongoing assistance for disabled people, carers and families. She described the approach as “by them, for rhem”.
Alongside the hub proposal, Ms Bedasee is applying to the Your Voice Your Town Ealing funding programme, supported by Ealing Council, to help develop activities on Melbourne Avenue. Organisers said they want to replace anti-social behaviour with inclusive events and community-led initiatives.
Ms Bedasee added: “This is about showing what’s possible when people are heard, valued, and supported.”
She is inviting residents and organisations to get involved as the funding application progresses.
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