FOBE
Offering care and activities for people with disabilities.
About Us
At The Dallow Centre, we believe in creating opportunities, nurturing connections, and supporting growth for individuals and for the wider Dallow Neighbourhood. We are committed to building a stronger, more inclusive community where everyone has the chance to learn, participate, and thrive. Through our wide range of programmes, events, and partnerships, we aim to bring people together, celebrate diversity, and empower local residents to reach their full potential. The Dallow Centre continues to serve as a safe, welcoming space that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a shared sense of belonging for all.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
To release the potential of the diverse communities in Dallow and Luton, and we will work together proactively and co-operatively with partners. We will facilitate economic, social and environmental regeneration of the area by:
- We will improve the range of activities that engage young people
- We will improve the employment and learning skills of residents
- We will support and develop enterprise, innovation and employment opportunities and promote social enterprise development
- We will improve the health and well-being of individuals and the community
- We will create a safer Dallow
- We will operate with respect for all communities and for equality of opportunity
ABOUT THE CENTRE
The Dallow Learning Community Centre (DLCC) opened its doors to the public in September 2003. The centre was successfully built with contributions from Luton BC, SRB, EEDA and the Luton & Dunstable Partnership at a cost of £1.3 million. Formally known as the “Dallow Learning Community Centre” (DLCC), the centre was primarily built to serve the 14,000 people living in the Dallow Ward. The Dallow Ward is in the top 10% of the most disadvantaged wards in England.
After completing 15 successful years, the Trustees and Management Team decided to rename the building “The Dallow Centre” in order to reflect the growing spectrum of activities and centre users. Due to our continuing commitment to ensure community cohesion, today The Dallow Centre has become the focal point for the local diverse communities.
The key aim of the centre is to provide the opportunity to promote the regeneration of the local area, economically, socially and environmentally, to bring people together and create opportunities for individuals to realise their potential. The centre has organised many events to bring local people within the community to participate and will continue to develop projects in the future.
Staff at the centre work closely to ensure that the centre runs smoothly and to ensure the development of a team work approach to all tasks and to create an environment that is open, fair and welcoming to all users of the centre. The centre plays a key role to establish ways of working together with user groups to build a close link with community-based organisations, to develop services based on consultation, with them and the general public.
A number of working groups were originally set up to support the development of activities and projects within Dallow Ward. The groups were: sports & leisure, social & cultural, services for children & over 50’s, training, education & enterprise, race & advocacy. These have changed and sub-groups are now evolving to take forward our strategy. We actively promote and encourage the local community to participate in the development of the centre and the neighbourhood that surrounds it.
OUR AIMS
In order to achieve our aim, we set ourselves the following:
- A VISION – To create a thriving, united, and sustainable community where people of all backgrounds feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We envision Dallow as a place of opportunity, learning, and shared pride — where diversity is celebrated and everyone contributes to a brighter future.
- A TASK – To provide inclusive programmes, accessible resources, and spaces that encourage participation, creativity, and collaboration. Through education, enterprise, and wellbeing initiatives, we aim to equip individuals with the skills and confidence to improve their lives and positively impact those around them.
- A BETTER DALLOW – To continuously strengthen the bonds within our neighbourhood by promoting equality, mutual respect, and community spirit. Together, with our partners and residents, we strive to make Dallow a safer, healthier, and happier place to live — now and for generations to come.
Our aims guide every project we deliver and every partnership we build. Whether through youth engagement, family support, cultural events, or volunteering, we remain committed to working hand-in-hand with the people of Dallow to shape a better tomorrow.
