Today was an astounding day, one we couldn’t have seen coming!
Stuart Andrew MP, Minister for Civil Society paid us a visit at UrbanScape. Founder Khan and Director Natasha showed him around the space having a good talk about community cohesion; after he presented Khan with the #2035 Point Of Light Award!
The POL award comes directly from the Prime Minister and is given daily across the UK to volunteers and charities.
In a personal letter to Khan, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said:
I was inspired to hear how you founded ‘Mulgrave Street Action Group’ while studying for your GCSEs. Over two years you have transformed a fly-tipped area into a bright, open, green space for everyone to enjoy. The ‘UrbanScape’ garden is now a place where young people can come after school and during the holidays and gain new skills through your food-growing projects.
It takes true community spirit – and true determination – to make such a difference.
Khan accepted the award on behalf of MSAG and the weather held off long enough for a celebratory photo.
Amazing things happen when you do good!
