After a great first month of Rivers & People being back, the volunteer session programme has now been released. Check out the programme HERE. If you would like to get involved in volunteering on Lewisham’s rivers please read through the the River Volunteering web page, and if you have any questions or queries please get in touch with Emily.
Lewisham has a new biodiversity action plan!
Local councillors have voted to endorse the plan, the ‘Natural Renaissance’ for Lewisham, which will aim to do the following….
Supporting the installation of more green roofs in Lewisham, which are roofs where vegetation has been planted to boost biodiversity.
Working with landlords and other landowners to help them transform urban areas to provide habitats for local wildlife.
Reconnecting people with rivers and highlighting how safe access to rivers and an improved river corridor can provide a range of health, safety and environmental benefits.
Delivering at least 60 nature conservation volunteer sessions and 30 guided walks per year
Delivering 500 educational events for 8,000 local children every year.
Working with community art groups to enhance urban locations, such as tunnels, with biodiversity inspired art murals.
Providing practical advice to local residents on how they can enhance their private gardens and local areas to boost biodiversity.
To read more, follow this link:
Rivers and People 