Community Fun Day sponsors
The Community Fun Day on 22nd September was a great success despite non-stop rain! There was a great spirit, a good crowd and a lively set of stalls and attractions. An announcement will be made soon about the amount raised for St George’s Hospital. Thank you to all who helped and to our generous sponsors.
Read MoreMultifaith Peace Ceremony
The BATCA Multifaith Peace Ceremony on 10th October was a moving occasion at which faith and civic leaders joined with the general public to affirm the need for peace and celebrate our community. Representatives of the Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Muslim and Sikh faiths were present or sent messages of support. The mayor of Wandsworth spoke.
Read MoreSupport Mushkil Aasaan
BATCA is campaigning to ensure the continuation of culturally specific homecare services in Tooting, which are under threat because of the Council’s approach in its tendering exercise under way. We’re concerned about loss of Mushkil Aaasaan’s much valued services to the Asian elderly and disabled and the impact on its pivotal role as a community hub. Please sign the online petition at http://mushkilaction.com/ and come to the public meeting at 7pm on 3rd December at Mushkil Aasaan, 202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EW. For other ways you can help click below.
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Dr Rosena Allin-Khan, MP for Tooting, said:
“BATCA's Fun Day epitomises Tooting at its best, with the entire community, young and old, coming together to celebrate our openness and diversity. I can’t wait for the next one!”