Supporting Families Across Islington and Neighbouring Boroughs
Hope, support and opportunity for families to thrive.
Amal Hub is a community organisation supporting families across Islington through SEND parent support, inclusive activities and wellbeing programmes.
- Safeguarding-led practice
- Led by and for our community
- Free peer support programmes
Our name
Why we're called Amal
Amal (أمل) is an Arabic word meaning hope. It's the quiet belief that, with the right support at the right moment, things can get better — for a child settling into a new activity, a parent navigating a diagnosis, or a mother finding her feet after birth.
That belief sits behind everything we do at Amal Hub: three programmes, one community.
SEND Family Support
Chai & Chat coffee mornings, peer support and workshops for parents and carers of children with SEND across Islington.
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Inclusive Sports
Welcoming multi-sports and stay-and-play sessions for children, including children with autism and additional needs.
Learn morePerinatal Wellbeing
Peer support and coffee mornings for pregnant women and new mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety or isolation.
Learn moreWhy we exist
Families in Islington told us what was missing
Parents of children with SEND told us they often felt isolated and struggled to find welcoming, non-judgemental spaces where they could connect with others who truly understood their experiences. Many also wanted more inclusive activities where their children could participate, build confidence and feel a genuine sense of belonging.
At the same time, many new and expectant parents told us they wanted informal, community-based support to improve their wellbeing before problems reached crisis point.
Amal Hub was created with our community to bridge these gaps, providing peer-led support, inclusive activities and family wellbeing programmes that complement—not replace—existing local services.
Read our storyWhat's on
Upcoming events
Chai & Chat — Parent Coffee Morning
A warm, informal space for parents and carers of children with SEND to connect over tea and conversation.
- Date
- Monthly · 10:30 – 12:00 (date TBC)
- Location
- London N4
- Age group
- Adults (parents/carers) — children welcome
Inclusive Multi-Sports Saturday Club
Fun and inclusive sports for children with SEND aged 5–11, led by experienced SEND coaches in a welcoming environment. Siblings welcome.
- Date
- Weekly · 10:30 – 12:00 (date TBC)
- Location
- Islington/Hackney (venue TBC)
- Age group
- Children 5–11 with SEND (siblings welcome)
Perinatal Wellbeing Coffee Morning
A safe, non-judgemental space for pregnant women and new mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety or isolation.
- Date
- Monthly · 10:30 – 12:00 (date TBC)
- Location
- London N7
- Age group
- Adults (pregnancy to baby's first year)
Our story so far
We're just getting started — and growing
Amal Hub is brand new. Here's where we are right now, and why joining early means a closer, more personal welcome.
June 2026
When Amal Hub was founded
Weekly
Inclusive sports sessions for children
Monthly
Chai & Chat coffee mornings, with more added as we grow
Ongoing
Perinatal wellbeing peer support, available on request
Building relationships with
Get involved
Give an hour, change an afternoon
We're always looking for volunteers to help run coffee mornings, support sports sessions, or lend professional skills. No experience with SEND or perinatal support needed — just warmth and reliability.
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Talk to us
Not sure where to start? We'll help you find the right support.
Whether you're a parent, a professional, or just curious about what we do — get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction.