East Marsh United

🌟 Our Team’s Top Moments of 2024 🌟 As we approach the end of the year, the EMU team are reflecting on our highlights of the past 12 months. First up, our fantastic People and Place lead Josie Moon: ‘My first moment of true delight was the community panto back in January.  What a glorious process it was working with everyone and producing such a lovely show - especially given the fact we had to move the venue hours before the show.  It was great fun and full of heart. (Image 1) My next moment of delight was to welcome our families to Opera North's production of Cinderella in February.  Not only was it a lovely musical experience it was such a pleasure to see our community loving something that would not normally access. The children in their costumes made me smile so much and it was one of those days when I was overflowing with satisfaction at what EMU does in the community. (Image 2 & 3) I also really enjoyed the Autumn Festival and all the talent that was on show over those three evenings.  I am immensely proud of everyone we work with and the high quality of events we produce with our partners. The warmth, fun and sense of sharing that always seems to happen at our events is just wonderful.’ (Image 4) We'll be sharing more of the team's top moments throughout the week! 🌞

A belated Autumn Festival celebration! Back in October, we hosted a 3-day Autumn Fest on Freeman Street Market, showcasing a variety of excellent regional creativity. The festival kicked off with our Young Musicians Night, followed by a vibrant theatre takeover from our friends at lowercase, and ended with The Happening; our incredible annual community food raiser. Music, performance, laughter, togetherness. Thank you to our community, performers, and partners for a very special weekend. 🌞 Photos by 1-4 by Emma G. Photos 5-7 by Through My Eyes Photography

Team #EastMarshUnited have arrived in Manchester for the #Locality24 convention

So pleased to have collected the keys to our 11th house today. Can't wait for Gary Leshone and his team to work their magic to make it a lovely home for one of our families #Communityledhousing

We were very pleased to contribute to this research and hope it will have impact.

NEW REPORT | Constructing Consensus: The case for community-powered development and regeneration “The perception that development is “done to” communities rather than “with” communities gives oxygen to local NIMBY narratives that development is foisted upon them with no opportunity to shape or influence the nature of it.” In a report out today, we make the case for a better system of development in England – one that fully involves and empowers communities in decision-making. We argue that the government’s ambitious housebuilding targets will be at risk unless the planning system gives communities more power and influence to shape local development. Key findings: 🏠 Local communities can be pro-housing development when they are more meaningfully involved in decisions and have a stake in the outcome. 📈 Involving communities in regeneration schemes can increase their quality and sustainability. 📍 Where local authorities have the power and resources to place shape and ensure developers prioritise community needs, better housing delivery follows. In it we set out a vision for a renewed approach to regeneration and development which builds in the role, voice and influence of communities. To achieve this, we offer practical recommendations for policymakers and planners. Illustrated by dozens of national and international examples, including: ✅ Communities taking on ambitious regeneration projects in Plymouth, Hastings and Grimsby – with positive economic and societal impact. ✅ Councils like Test Valley fully involving local people in planning and securing buy-in and better development as a result. ✅ And international case studies of Dublin, Vienna and Zurich that demonstrate the wider potential of better housing policy. Read the report 👀 https://lnkd.in/eVNSGZ6D Listen to the key findings on our podcast 👂 https://lnkd.in/eguzn9YV Let us know what you think in the comments 👇 Thanks to our partners Browne Jacobson and Local Partnerships LLP for working with us on this research 🙌 and to the brilliant people behind the report's case studies 🔎 Nudge Community Builders, Hastings Commons, East Marsh United, Test Valley Borough Council, South Dublin County Council, Grosvenor, The Earls Court Development Company, Citu + many more.

Here's a follow on blog from Paula Graves, our Community-Led Housing Manager about the problem with alleyways: https://lnkd.in/eZqrYz8G The great thing is we are helping the residents form 'Project Alley Cats', which will be a collaborative approach - so watch this space

Be a part of Grimsby's housing revolution! ️ East Marsh United is offering YOU the chance to invest in our community and make a real difference. Here's how: East Marsh United is an ethical landlord who already owns 10 homes. By purchasing shares you will be helping in our mission to renovate 100 homes in East Marsh, providing ethical housing which is affordable and healthy spaces for local families for the next 100 years! This is a generational project that will transform our community. Become a shareholder! For just £1 per share (minimum investment £250), you can be a part of the solution. Your investment will directly impact lives and create a lasting positive change in Grimsby. Benefits: Be a part of something bigger: You're not just buying shares, you're investing in a better future for East Marsh. Support affordable housing: Help provide families with the security and comfort of a good home. Make a difference for generations: This is a long-term project with a lasting impact. East Marsh United is more than just a landlord. We're: Committed to affordability: We offer families a safe, secure place to call home without breaking the bank. Focused on healthy living: Our homes are well-maintained and promote healthy living environments. Ethical in our approach: We value our tenants and prioritize their well-being. Ready to join us? Contact Paula Graves at [email protected] for more information or to purchase shares. You can also visit our website at www.eastmarshunited.org  Together, we can build a brighter future for East Marsh to thrive #EastMarshUnited #CommunityHousing #InvestInYourCommunity #Grimsby #AffordableHousing #GenerationalProject P.S. Share this post with your colleagues, friends and family who might be interested!

The point of 6 Feet of Your Street is that it is a 'standing with' not 'doing to' project.' We need to learn from our experience and develop our projects effectively. There are enormous street level challenges ever present in this work. 6 Feet will be back, with more feet, more hands and more understanding of what to means to take positive action collectively, enfolding residents in the commitment to a reimagined, better neighbourhood.

EMU regrets to announce that the Six Feet of Your Street event scheduled for September 28th is postponed until next year. 1. The team at EMU has not had the capacity over the summer to undertake pre-engagement work on Harold Street with the community. 2. Recent work has highlighted to us that we are in danger of 'doing to' the community with this project and it needs a rethink in order to fully engage the community and involve residents in a much more meaningful way. (The KTP and East Marsh Community Plan work are addressing this.) 3. There would be significant cost to EMU to pay to close 1 block of 1 street - almost £2,000 for the closure, ESAG and TEN licence. EMU does not feel that this is an appropriate or affordable cost. 4. EMU is delivering a range of other events throughout September (including the postponed SEND Festival). We have to look after our staff and ensure we can fulfil all of our obligations and commitments. Thanks for your understanding.