Thames21 is the voice for London’s waterways, working with communities to improve rivers and canals for people and wildlife. We engage thousands of volunteers of all ages and abilities every year to clean and green the capital’s wide network of waterways. Thames21 aims to transform neglected and littered waterways into areas that everyone can use and enjoy with innovative and tailored community approaches. Our aims: Thames21 works hand-in-hand with local communities to improve and maintain our waterways by: Engaging people of all ages, abilities and from all parts of society in London’s waterways Removing litter Creating new habitats for wildlife, flora and fauna Removing non-native invasive species Promoting safe and equitable access to waterways Removing graffiti Undertaking monitoring and research Delivering education projects Campaigning for the reduction of waterway pollution and promoting sustainable behaviour Accrediting and training community groups to deliver safe and sustainable waterway improvement events