Harvest Celebration

On the first Saturday of October ISS joined in the worldwide tradition of Harvest and 'giving'. We celebrated with activities for the children who enjoyed making things with vegetables, as well as eating them during our healthy eating lunch.

A very important part of the event was our presentation to Harlow Foodbank of donations of food (and toiletries) by clients and staff of ISS.

The foodbank is a ground-breaking concept designed to help individuals and families in crisis by providing free emergency food until the appropriate agencies are in a position to assist. Tinned and dried food is collected from the public at supermarkets, churches, schools and other local groups and 'banked' in a warehouse. Food is then given to people in crisis using foodbank vouchers via organizations like ISS.

As Harlow Foodbank has helped so many of our clients in so many ways, our clients felt that they would like to give something back. The Harvest Celebration was a way of doing this. Parents and children met with Kevin Tierney from Harlow Foodbank and made their presentation, after which Kevin joined us for lunch.

See the image gallery for some pictures of the event.

East Herts BME Forum

Integration Support Services has become one of the first organisations to join East Herts Ethnic Minority Forum. The forum met on Thursday 30th September at Charis Centre, Bishops Stortford where terms of reference were agreed among all members surrounded by a very warm and friendly atmosphere. The purpose of this forum is to bring a voice of all ethnic minority groups in this region promoting community cohesion and understanding among all cultures. CVS for East Herts and Broxbourne have taken the lead on establishing this forum supported by East Herts Council and many other ethnic groups in the area.

If you belong to any ethnic group in East Herts and you want to represent your community or maybe just yourself you can attend next meeting which is scheduled for 22nd November @ 6pm, Charis Centre, Bishops Stortford, CM23 2JZ.

ISS Joins Epping Forest Hate Crime Panel

ISS has joined the Epping Forest Hate Crime Panel to be able to offer our help to anyone who may be a victim of a hate crime, discrimination or harassment. We are very determined to challenge any behaviour or action which is surrounded by hate and prejudice. if you have been affected by any such experiences at work, school, or your neighborhood please GIVE US A CALL and we will be able to provide you with the right support and guidance.