Anvil Projects was formed in 2023. With expertise in community development, education and the creative arts, our projects focus on education and assistance for sanctuary seekers, wellbeing, and using the arts to enhance communities.
OUR MISSION
Partner with individuals and communities to maximise their potential, increase their wellbeing and promote intercultural awareness and connection.
We focus on sanctuary seekers, the marginalised and diaspora communities within the UK and further afield by:
Delivering services: English and cooking classes, service signposting to sanctuary seekers, workshops, art exhibitions, artist discussions etc.
Partnerships and support: Collaborating with local charities/community groups to augment their work.
We currently have two projects running a range of activities and are actively partnering with another charity in Tower Hamlets distributing food and essentials to sanctuary seekers.
community • education • health
Creating community with those affected by displacement.
Co-creation | Education | Inspiration
Building a welcoming environment where creatives can develop and grow.
TRUSTEES
JACQUI SHURR
Chair of Trustees
Jacqui’s focus for Anvil is best practice, governance & working alongside our project leaders to develop our initiatives. She brings over 2 decades of experience in the charitable sector. For 19 years Jacqui was CEO of a British & Hong Kong registered charity working with disadvantaged children in Asia. Her passion to advocate & build better futures for children without families led to groundbreaking services in fostering, special education & vocational training. In recent years Jacqui’s focus has been directed towards advocacy & wellbeing for refugee & asylum seeker women.
SUSANNAH OZIEGBE
Trustee
Susannah is a dedicated advocate for health and wellness within the community, lending her expertise to enhance Anvil Projects. With a strong track record of supporting various charitable organisations locally and internationally, she offers invaluable insights and experience. As a qualified Pharmacist with extensive experience across hospital, community, and medical education sectors, Susannah brings a unique perspective to Anvil’s mission. Her main focus within the organisation revolves around healthcare education, thus supporting the effective referral of asylum seekers to ensure access to essential healthcare services and minimising health risks.