International Women Day

On The 23rd of April, 2025 the women of Balham celebrated Int Women's Day. Where they look at the struggles women have been through, especially the women of the Windrush generation. Speakers appearing at the event were Sharon Mcpherson co-director of Families in Harmony.org.ukPatsy Cummins Councilor Josephine (Spoken Word,Realities)Less not we forget on International Women's Day Celebrating the Founding Women of Balham and Tooting Community Social ClubThe founding women of the Balham and Tooting Community Social Club were the unsung heroes who laid the groundwork for the club's enduring success. These remarkable women supported their husbands and partners in establishing what would become the longest standing 'West Indian' Social Club in London. Founded in 1970 by 18 trailblazing members (13 men and 5 women), many of these pioneers were part of the original Windrush generation who had served in the RAF before making the UK their home. Today, the club remains a vibrant social hub for the Caribbean community and the wider Balham and Tooting community in South London

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