MB Community CIC
Comments from Omari the Director of MB Community CIC
- How are you helping to tackle child poverty in London?
We tackle child poverty by removing cost barriers and creating free, local opportunities for children and families in areas with high deprivation. Our work focuses on free sports sessions, holiday activities, youth programmes and community events that improve physical health, confidence and social connection. We also work closely with schools, councils and early help teams to reach families who may be struggling financially or socially, ensuring support is delivered in familiar, trusted spaces such as parks, schools and community hubs.
- Tell us something you are excited about.
We are excited about developing community-led spaces and programmes that bring families together consistently, not just for one-off activities. In particular, growing our work around community hubs and youth forums feels important, as it gives young people and families a voice in shaping what happens in their local area.
- Share something positive about your organisation’s achievement or service.
One of our proudest achievements is building strong engagement with young people who may not otherwise access structured activities. We consistently see improvements in confidence, attendance and behaviour, and we are trusted by parents, schools and partners to deliver safe, inclusive and welcoming sessions. Our ability to engage families as well as young people is a key strength.
- What can other network members learn from you or find out more about through you?
Other members can learn about practical, grassroots delivery – what genuinely works when engaging children, young people and families facing financial pressure. We are happy to share learning around outreach, building trust locally, partnership working with councils and schools, and delivering impactful programmes on limited budgets.
- What would most help you achieve your goals?
Flexible funding and longer-term support would help us plan sustainably and deepen our impact. Strong partnerships, shared learning across the network, and opportunities to collaborate rather than duplicate work would also make a significant difference.
- Why did you join 4in10? What do you enjoy about being part of the network?
We joined 4in10 because tackling child poverty requires collaboration, not isolated working. We value being part of a network that shares knowledge, amplifies lived experience and advocates for systemic change. Being part of 4in10 helps us stay connected, informed and motivated, while ensuring the voices of the communities we work with are reflected in wider conversations.