On 17 February 2026, the life of Eric Huntley , affectionately known to many of us as Uncle Eric, was honoured through a deeply moving Celebration of Life and reception that reflected the collective spirit he lived by. The service took place at West London Crematorium, with a live stream hosted at Greenford Hall. Both venues were filled beyond capacity, with additional live-streamed rooms also full, a testament to the breadth of lives Uncle Eric touched across generations, communities and...

Uncle Eric’s legacy lives most vividly in the words of those he nurtured. Following the recent passing of Eric Huntley , WAPPY alumni and participants, children, young people, and adults across generations, have shared poems and reflections honouring his life, his gentleness, his political clarity, and his unwavering belief in them. For older contributors, these tributes also recall the collaborative impact of Jessica Huntley , whose intellectual, cultural, and political work was inseparable...

Patron of WAPPY (Writing, Acting & Publishing Project for Youngsters) It is with deep sorrow and immense gratitude that I share the passing of Eric Lindbergh Huntley, activist, publisher, educator, elder, and Patron of WAPPY. Known affectionately to me as Uncle Eric (and often simply Dad), Eric Huntley was one of the most formative influences in my life and in the life of WAPPY. Alongside his lifelong partner Jessica Huntley, who passed in 2013, he helped shape not only my development as a...