The Garden of Earthly Delights 2024 Impact Highlights: - delivered regular weekly volunteer-led gardening sessions, welcoming over 100 participants throughout the financial year, building skills, and a stronger sense of belonging in the community - 'a Gardened Mind' programme ran for six months with Hackney Council funding, offering weekly four-hour, slow-paced gardening and nature craft sessions. This programme supported local residents experiencing poor mental and physical health, providing a safe, restorative space to reconnect with nature and improve wellbeing - inclusive community engagement, welcomed groups such as HVC and the forensic team from Homerton Hospital for gentle, therapeutic gardening activities, promoting inclusion and social connection - hosted 6 community meals and open days, bringing neighbours together to celebrate seasonal harvests and strengthen community bonds - held monthly open meetings where residents actively shaped the development and future direction of the garden, encouraging co-creation and shared ownership - cultural and creative events, organised jam sessions, book clubs, foraging workshops, and craft activities, enriching local culture and inspiring creativity - wildlife habitat creation, expanded biodiversity by creating dedicated wildlife habitats, supporting pollinators, birds, and other beneficial species, and helping the garden flourish as an urban nature sanctuary - carried on the running of local composting station, enabling residents, restaurants, and cafes to divert kitchen waste from landfill.

Garden of Earthly Delight stakeholders are: Local residents who participate in the garden or benefit from educational initiatives. Volunteers: Individuals donating their time and expertise to maintain the garden Local groups and non-profit organisations focused on sustainability, food security, health, or education that partner withthe garden. Professional growers and Horticultural expertsproviding guidance on gardening techniques,wild life, soil management, and sustainable practices. Hackney council, supporting with a lease on the space. Fundersprovoiding financial support for the educational projects These stakeholders contribute to the garden’s success by offering resources, expertise, and participation. The process of consulting stakeholders typically involves the following steps, and the garden often take corresponding actions based on the feedback: Consultation Methods: Monthly Open Meetings to gather ideas, concerns, and suggestions from local residents. Surveys and Questionnaires to potential participants and stakeholders within educational programs to identify priorities and barriers. Social Media and Online Platforms: Use digital channels to engage broader audiences and collect insights. One-on-One Interviews: Conversations with key stakeholders like funders, local government ,coordinators of local community groups and grassroot organisations. Company Actions Based on Stakeholders Input Enhanced Accessibility: Modify garden locations or design to ensure accessibility for all, including those with disabilities. Co-design: Adjust the garden’s design, or goals to align with community needs. Customized Programs: Launch workshops, classes, or activities that address specific interests like organic gardening, composting,woodworking or healthy cooking. Sustainable Practices: Implementing eco-friendly techniques like rainwater harvesting, organic food growing, as suggested by environmental groups. Increased Participation: Set up volunteer opportunities and partnerships to expand engagement.

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