We work as a team, dedicated to making a real difference to the community in Southwark.

Our staff come from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures making SMWA a vibrant place to work in. We encourage members of staff to continue developing their skills:

Zafar Iqbal the co-founder of the organisation and Chief Executive Officer has recently won two awards.

House of Lords, British Muslim Honour Awards, 2009 and the Muslim News Awards: Excellence in Education, 2009.

Abida Iqbal who is in charge of Community Development was nominated for the Asian Women's Award in 2008.