Who We Are

Wereber Community is a grassroots, community-led organisation offering peer support, advocacy, and health education for individuals living with long-term conditions. We exist to create safe, affirming spaces where people can share lived experiences, access support without judgment, and cultivate strength through community connection.Our work is built on trust, compassion, and a deep understanding that healing and wellbeing happen best when people feel truly seen and included.

A diverse group of people sharing a warm conversation in a cozy community space.
A diverse group of people sharing a warm conversation in a cozy community space.
Volunteers helping each other during a peer-support meeting in Southeast London.
Volunteers helping each other during a peer-support meeting in Southeast London.
Close-up of hands joined together symbolizing unity and resilience.
Close-up of hands joined together symbolizing unity and resilience.

Our Mission

To empower individuals living with long-term illnesses, especially within Black and LGBTQ+ communities, through peer support, health education, and targeted HIV services that uphold dignity, strengthen resilience, and promote health equity.

Our Vision

A Southeast London where:

  • Everyone has equal access to testing, treatment, and prevention services.

  • Stigma related to HIV/AIDS and long-term illness is eradicated.

  • Peer support is recognised as a cornerstone of community wellbeing.

  • Black and LGBTQ+ people feel affirmed, informed, and supported in every health journey.

Projects

Building resilience through community-led support.

A diverse group of people sitting in a circle sharing stories and support.
A diverse group of people sitting in a circle sharing stories and support.
Peer Circles

Safe spaces for sharing experiences and advice.

Volunteers distributing care packages to community members outdoors.
Volunteers distributing care packages to community members outdoors.
Care Packs

Providing essentials to those in need.

A workshop in progress with participants learning about health and wellness.
A workshop in progress with participants learning about health and wellness.
Community members planting a garden together in a sunny park.
Community members planting a garden together in a sunny park.
Workshops

Educational sessions on health and resilience.

Community Garden

Growing together to nurture wellbeing.

Gallery

Moments capturing community strength and support

A warm group hug among diverse members of the Wereber Community smiling outdoors during a sunny meeting.
A warm group hug among diverse members of the Wereber Community smiling outdoors during a sunny meeting.
Lively peer support circle seated in a bright room, sharing stories and offering encouragement.
Lively peer support circle seated in a bright room, sharing stories and offering encouragement.
Close-up of colourful hands joined together, symbolizing unity and resilience in the community.
Close-up of colourful hands joined together, symbolizing unity and resilience in the community.
An engaging workshop session with an inclusive mix of black and LGBTQ+ members actively participating.
An engaging workshop session with an inclusive mix of black and LGBTQ+ members actively participating.
A joyful moment at a community event outdoors with smiles, laughter, and banners promoting peer support.
A joyful moment at a community event outdoors with smiles, laughter, and banners promoting peer support.