Cllr Jonathan Simpson

• ON Sunday November 18 many Camden residents of all faiths gave their time, individually or through an organised event, to take part in Mitzvah Day.

A Mitzvah is a commandment in Jewish law that can also mean a good deed or an act of kindness. Therefore on Mitzvah Day we give our time, not money, to make a difference in Camden and further afield.

We are very lucky that many of the borough’s residents, from all walks of life, have traditionally had a strong sense of community and willingly give their time for others, both through individual acts of volunteering, with neighbours and friends, and also through organised volunteering, much of which is supported by Volunteer Centre Camden, a valuable resource.

The centre provides information and support to people who want to volunteer, as well as promoting volunteering and access to these opportunities. They also work with other organisations to help them develop their own volunteering opportunities.

You can find out more information on volunteering and current opportunities by visiting the centre’s website at: volunteercentrecamden.org.uk.

CLLR JONATHAN SIMPSON
Cabinet Member for Promoting Culture & Communities