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We believe that every individual should be treated with dignity and respect and given equitable access to services in their communities.

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Residents Without Borders has existed since November 2024 and was founded by Shamim Noronha, who has over 20 years of experience working in the statutory and non-statutory sectors. We are a registered charity, Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). We are community-led, London-wide and surrounding counties charity with registered office in the London Borough of Islington, run by residents and professionals with lived experience.

Our brand of service delivery is that we are a community-led charity dedicated to alleviating poverty, promoting multiculturalism and social cohesion. We are a community service that serves its communities. All our trustees and volunteers live in the boroughs that we serve, and we all have lived experience and extensive professional experience. Therefore, we have a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the existing services that serve the communities well, and those services that are overwhelmed and failing the residents. Our strength is that we are a charity that provides a wide range of services that empowers individuals and their communities.

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Who are we?

We are a charity that provides a wide range of services to London residents of all ages, tackling challenges and inequalities faced by those living in poverty and those who are socially isolated and marginalised. We are dedicated to building stronger, more resilient, and connected communities, alleviating poverty, promoting multiculturalism, social cohesion, and inclusion. We provide information, advice, events/activities, and support to London residents of all ages, particularly those living in poverty, vulnerable families, vulnerable adults, the elderly, vulnerable young people, vulnerable children, single parents and their children, refugees, asylum seekers, and the homeless. We campaign to bring about new changes and improvements for London residents living in highly deprived conditions. We are a Charity and also a Movement, bringing in a new way of thinking about what it means to be treated as human, without being burdened with the limitations of labels such as 'Lived Experience' or 'Disabled' or 'Survivor' or reduced to the definition of 'Race' or 'Ethnicity' or 'Sexual Orientation' or 'Gender' or 'Age'. As humans we exceed all labels and each person has infinite potential.

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HUMAN RIGHTS CONFERENCE 2026

Residents Without Borders and Islington Council warmly invite London residents, community groups, campaigners, and partners to the Human Rights Conference 2026 at Islington Assembly Hall on Wednesday, 4th March. We'll be discussing important topics such as knife crime, access to justice, women's rights, same-sex equality, religious freedom, migrant rights, civil liberties and more. Come along to learn, share your thoughts, and connect with others as we work together to build a more welcoming and inclusive community through engaging talks and workshops.

Topic: Human Rights Know No Borders or Barriers
Date: Wednesday, 4th March 2026
Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Venue: Islington Assembly Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD
Overview: The conference will feature a distinguished roster of international, national, and local guest speakers. Admission is free, visit information stalls, have fun, socialise, and enjoy free food & refreshments, as well as international music.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL! TO BOOK:
Call Infoline: 020 8148 8284
WhatsApp: 07886 328 136
Email: info@residentswithoutborders.org

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HUMAN RIGHTS – COMMUNITY VOICES WORKSHOP

Topic: What are the Human Rights & Responsibilities?
Date: Thursday, 5th March 2026
Time: 10:45 am to 2:30 pm
Venue: 222 Upper Street, London N1 1XR
Overview: National and local speakers will share insights on housing, employment, health services, and other community concerns. Attendees can join discussions and get information. Admission is free, come along and socialise, enjoy music, and free food & refreshments.

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Call Infoline: 020 8148 8284
WhatsApp: 07886 328 136
Email:info@residentswithoutborders.org

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HUMAN RIGHTS – WOMEN'S GROUP

Topic: What are Women’s Human Rights
Date: Thursday, 12th March 2026
Time: 11:00 am to 2:30 pm
Venue: Dame Geraldine Hall, 9 Manor Gardens, N7
Overview: Acclaimed women speakers will address key issues in women’s rights, discuss current challenges and global achievements, and foster learning, sharing, and networking. Join us to celebrate women’s achievements. Free admission and enjoy music and free food & refreshments.

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Call Infoline:020 8148 8284
WhatsApp: 07886 328 136
Email: info@residentswithoutborders.org

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We Won the Highly Commended Volunteering Team of the Year Award 2025!

We are honoured to announce that Residents Without Borders Volunteer Team won a Highly Commended Award for the Volunteering Team of the Year Award 2025. The Islington Volunteer of the Year Awards Ceremony was hosted by the Voluntary Action Islington and took place on 6th November at The Great Hall, London Metropolitan University.

Residents Without Borders in partnership with Islington Council hosted the Black History Month Celebration on 23rd October 2025 held at the Islington Town Hall to pay tribute to former Mayor Valda Louise James, 1988 to 1989. More than 150 people together with Mayor Jason Jackson attended to celebrate Mayor Valda James, the first black mayor of Islington.

Also see the Islington Tribune article: https://www.islingtontribune.co.uk/article/boroughs-first-black-mayor-i-remember-feeling-so-proud/

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Residents Without Borders' Team with Mayor Jackson at the Mayor's Parlour

Residents Without Borders' Team meet with Mayor Jason Jackson at the Mayor's Parlour at Islington Town Hall on 11th September 2025, celebrating their Charity status as the Charitable Incorporated Organisation to provide wide range of services to residents in London and surrounding counties.

Mayor of Islington Cllr Jason Jackson at a Residents Without Borders' event

His Worship Mayor of Islington, Cllr Jason Jackson, opens the Residents Without Borders, Community Voices – Lived Experience Peer Event on 29th May 2025, and takes time to talk with residents, guest speakers and also seen in the photo with Islington Cllr Saiqa Pandor (Women and Girls Champion). Mayor Jason Jackson is the first Nigerian-born Mayor of Islington since the borough's establishment in 1900. Before becoming Mayor, he was the borough's youngest Labour councillor at age 22 in 2018.

At Residents Without Borders, we are committed to providing work to young people

Daniel Sikpi, meeting the Mayor of Islington, Cllr Jason Jackson. Daniel, a talented young person taking a gap year before going to university, has spent his time since November 2024 offering his services as a photographer to Residents Without Borders. He is part of MyPocketSkill, a community of 120,000 young users who are building their skills while earning money. See website: https://www.mypocketskill.com/for-young-people/

Jeremy Corbyn MP supporting his local community in Islington

The Right Honourable Jeremy Corbyn, Member of Parliament, was our special guest speaker at our Community Voices – Lived Experience Peer Event on 29th May 2025. He also took the time to speak one-on-one with the residents of Islington. Jeremy Corbyn has been a Member of Parliament for Islington North in London since 1983.

Peabody’s commitment to delivering new homes in the London Borough of Islington

Peabody Trust gave an informative presentation and also addressed residents' concerns at our Community Voices – Lived Experience Peer Event on 29th May 2025, which was attended by around 250 residents from various boroughs. Peabody's Islington partners, Help On Your Doorstep and Islington Giving also joined them. The event was highly successful. The Peabody Holloway Park Housing Development offers a unique opportunity to build a thriving new neighbourhood on a 10-acre site in central London. Islington Council granted planning permission in 2022 for the redevelopment of Holloway Prison into 985 new homes (60% being affordable), a public park, an onsite classroom and skills hub, a Women’s Building, and new shops and workspaces along Parkhurst Road. In addition to new homes, the development supports training and creates new job opportunities, promoting the growth of the surrounding area and local community. This is a significant housing development in Islington in over 30 years. See website: https://www.peabody.org.uk/your-community/regeneration/holloway-park/

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Residents Without Borders in partnership with Sadler's Well: Get Into Dance

Are you a resident of Islington who has never seen a show at Sadler’s Wells? If so, then Sadler's Wells want you to get more out of them with Get Into Dance, a community programme that invites people from the local area to experience dance. From hip hop to tango and ballet to circus, all year round, they present dance in every style across three theatres. If you’re a registered member of Residents Without Borders, a partner organisation with Sadler's Wells, you can be referred to join the scheme and book £3 tickets for Sadler's Wells performances. Tickets are limited, and capped at four tickets per person per booking.

For more information contact Residents Without Borders
Infoline: 020 8148 8284.
Email: info@residentswithoutborders.org

Also, visit Sadler's Wells website: https://www.sadlerswells.com/

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SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY

Since November 2024, Shamim has organised events, including monthly peer meetings for information exchange, and providing hot meals for over 200 attendees each month. Her focus on supporting underprivileged families and promoting multiculturalism has positively impacted countless people and fostered community connections.

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CIVIC AND BEN KINSELLA AWARDS EVENING

Shamim Noronha (sitting in the middle - Founder and Chair of Residents Without Borders), Rose-Marie McDonald (Trustee), and Anthony McDonald (Rose's son and carer), at the Islington Mayor’s Civic and Ben Kinsella Awards Evening held in March 2025. Shamim was a runner-up for the Mayor’s Civic Award, recognising her work for setting up Residents Without Borders and inspiring others to get involved in the local community.