Forgiveness, peace and hope
I am writing to inform you that I will be stepping down as CEO of For Jimmy on the 12th November 2018 to undertake some new challenges of my own When our family lost our beloved Jimmy on 10th May 2008, it changed our lives irrevocably. It was often said when Jimmy died that he …
Jonjo and Marianne are pupils at New Hall School, where they first heard Barry and Margaret share Jimmy’s story two years ago Having found the experience very moving, they have since strived to be as understanding and patient as possible, in order to build a stronger community for themselves and those around them. Following Jimmy’s …
Jimmy Mizen was a 16-year-old school boy from Lewisham, south east London. Who lost his life in an unprovoked attack in a bakery in Lee. Jimmy was an unusually good baby, and grew quickly into a lovely little boy. He was always smiling. He had a beautiful smile. There was an innocence and a boldness …
Stevie Hayes started working in the cafés in September, and now also spends one day a week in our office. In many places of work I might not be accepted. Being autistic and dyslexic can be a massive ball and chain for me, so to be accepted somewhere like For Jimmy means a lot. When …
Jimmy’s brother, Bill, talks about gaining a new perspective on the international impact of Jimmy’s story, and the frustration that drives him to create safer communities Late last year, I was invited to take part in a week long trip to India, organised by Leaders Quest, a social enterprise that works with leaders to create …
Benjamin Smith is a pastoral leader at Deptford Green School In his role he helps pupils to improve their social, emotional and behavioural skills and was vital in supporting the charity’s work with young people both in school and out in the community. “For Jimmy were amazing. Over a few terms they worked with a …
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Kate Halpin became Borough Commander for Lewisham in 2015 She was previously awarded a Fullbright Police Fellowship to examine how youth crime is policed in Los Angeles and also spent 18 months as the UK Chief Police Advisor in Iraq. In her role she actively supports our work to promote Lewisham as a place of …
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Andy Saltwell met Margaret by chance and was so inspired by Jimmy’s story that he decided to run the London Marathon for Jimmy I met Margaret Mizen this year and was instantly touched by her warmth and personality. Having learnt more about the family, I feel humbled to have met them and am in awe …
Lori Knight is Assistant Head Teacher at Lucas Vale Primary School, part of the Grinling Gibbons and Lucas Vale Federation We ran our programme with a group of their year 4 pupils throughout 2016 creating Safe Havens and building key community relationships in the local area of Deptford. “Through the many team building exercises I …
Gordon Glean has been head of security for Lewisham Shopping Centre for over 20 years He signed the centre up as a Safe Haven in 2010 and in 2016 he was awarded a Police and Security award from the Metropolitan Police for his dedication to the community in Lewisham. “I think For Jimmy has been …
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Jake Strickland’s son is a pupil at Addey & Stanhope School He took part in our programme creating Safe Havens and building stronger relationships between young people and the local community of Deptford. “As a result of my son’s participation with the For Jimmy programme, he has a greater sense of himself within the wider …
Vanessa Bradley is the admin officer for the Lewisham Community Transport Scheme The scheme was set up in 1999 to provide affordable, safe and accessible transport for any voluntary or charity organisation in Lewisham. Since 2009, For Jimmy has donated four minibuses to the charity. “Our partnership with For Jimmy began back in 2010 when …
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