Chingford & Woodford Green Community Independents

5️⃣ Larkswood’s furry mascot welcoming Sarah home 🐈‍⬛

4️⃣ South Chingford candidates ready to go door-knocking in Lea Bridge 🤝

3️⃣ Door-knocking in Larkswood: Sarah Chaney, Debs Hollingsworth and Jennifer Larbie were out near the dog stadium, letting residents know about our upcoming South Chingford People’s Assembly.

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/peoples-as... 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

2️⃣ South Chingford candidates, including Valley's Saqeeb Howlader, with our supporters Faiza Shaheen and Zack Polanski at the Greens Big Day Out 🥰

A busy weekend for CWGCI, from canvassing in Churchfields to supporting the Greens in neighbouring wards, here’s some highlights 📸

1️⃣ Door-knocking in Churchfields: a lot of appetite for change!

Our candidates Helen Watson, Rita Mahli, and volunteers had some great conversations on the doorstep 🌱

CWGCI

Do you have some time to spare this weekend? We're out campaigning across our area and would love to see some new faces! 🧡

No experience necessary. Full details on our website: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/get-involved 🔗

📆 28 February: Churchfields

📆 1 March: Valley

📆 1 March: Larkswood

📢 Calling South Chingford! We are holding the first of a series of People’s Assemblies on 11 March 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

Reserve a spot: www.eventbrite.com/e/peoples-as... 🎟️

📅 Weds 11 March, 7.30pm

📍St Edmunds Church, Chingford E4 8JL

🧡 Open to all in Valley and Larkswood wards

Chingford and Woodford Green Community Independents out in Redbridge canvassing and talking to local residents.

Our Redbridge candidates were out today in Churchfields, listening and talking to local residents.

We'll be out again tomorrow in Waltham Forest, in both Larkswood and Valley wards.
Join us! 💜 🧡 💜

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Wherever you see us, please don’t hesitate to ask us any questions you might have. Our DMs are always open, and so is our inbox 📨

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In Churchfields ward we have: Helen Watson, Jillian Ghose, and Rita Mahli www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news/churchf...

In Larkswood ward we have: Sarah Chaney, Debs Hollingsworth, and Jennifer Larbie www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news/larkswo...

In Valley ward we have: Matt Romo, Saqeeb Howlader, and Simon Deville www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news/valley-...

Everyone here at CWG Community Independents hopes you’ve enjoyed getting to know the names and faces of the candidates we’re endorsing and supporting for the upcoming local elections on Thursday 7th May 🗳️

As a summary…

Help us create a new movement that will put people back at the centre of politics in Chingford & Woodford Green.

We aim to:

Support community groups, residents, and young people to take action and elevate them.

Hold monthly discussions to help foster understanding of the way the world works for some but not for others.

Bring the community together to create solutions for the issues constituents face.

Despite the election of a Labour government after 14 years of failed Conservative policies, many people still feel unrepresented. The two-party system continually fails to address issues faced by local people and puts party before community.

Our local, independent candidate, Faiza Shaheen, ran a campaign rooted in community, harnessed the energy for change that exists here and laid the groundwork for a Chingford & Woodford Green that works for everyone.

During the 2024 General Election, we caught a glimpse of what people-powered, community politics can achieve.

We need local and vocal representative like Jill to call this failing council to account. Vote Indy on May 7th.

Churchfields deserves strong representation and Helen would be just that - let’s stop doing ‘politics as usual’ and vote Indy on 7th May.

Rita will make a great representative for the people of Churchfields. Vote Indy on May 7th!

And our final candidate for Churchfields, Rita Mahli 🙌

Rita has lived in the area for 14 years and is standing because she believes her community deserves better representation. A university worker and trade unionist, Rita is a bold supporter of grassroots politics: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news 🗂️📢🌱

Also standing in Churchfields, Jillian Ghose 🙌

Jillian has lived in Churchfields for the last 20 years, has a professional background in nutrition and school governance, and is a caring and passionate supporter of the community's health and wellbeing. See more here: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news 🍎💪📋

Introducing Helen Watson for Churchfields 🙌

Helen has lived in the area for 25 years. Both of her children attended local schools, and she sits on the board of two charities: The Friends of Redbridge Music School and Show Racism the Red Card.

More on Helen here: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news 🎶 🤝 ⚽️

And our final Valley candidate, Simon Deville 🙌

Simon has lived locally for almost 10 years, and works in higher education supporting student wellbeing. He is a lifelong trade unionist and an advocate for community-led politics and People's Assemblies.

More here: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news ✊🏫🪧

Introducing Saqeeb Howlader for Valley 🙌

Saqeeb is a father and local resident, standing to help build a community where everyone can truly thrive. An ACCA Fellow with experience running local sports clubs, he brings expertise in governance and finance.

Read more: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news 📊🏑🚴

Today, it's all about Valley ward. First, Matt Romo 🙌

Matt was born at Whipps and raised in Chingford. Since 2018, he has worked in the health and social care sector, supporting people with disabilities, learning difficulties and complex needs.

More on Matt here: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news ♿️🫂🏥

Progressive independents are standing all over England in the local elections. If you have them in your manor give them a look, a like, and a vote. #elections26 #chingford #wooodford #london

And our third Larkswood candidate, Jennifer Larbie 🙌

Jennifer currently leads advocacy, policy and campaigns at Christian Aid. As a local resident and a mum, she is standing as an independent to serve the community – not a political party.

More on Jennifer here: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news ✝️💒🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

Next up, Debs Hollingsworth for Larkswood 🙌

Debs has lived in E4 for many years and is deeply embedded in local community life. A teacher for over 20 years, she is a passionate advocate for inclusive education, especially for those with additional needs. More here: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news 🚸👩‍🏫🧡

Introducing Sarah Chaney for Larkswood 🙌

Sarah brings over a decade of experience campaigning for housing and tenant rights. With a background in arts, education and health, Sarah has also helped establish a wide range of community wellbeing activities.

Read more: www.cwgcommunity.org.uk/news 🏡🎨📚