Children and Families

Section 17: Ensuring suitable and appropriate support

This training is ideal for professionals involved in making Section 17 referrals, working with families who need Section 17 support, or challenging refusals. It provides you with the knowledge and tools to ensure families receive the support they are entitled to, and to effectively advocate when support is inadequate. Please note, there will be only a brief overview of Section 17, so it’s best suited for those already familiar with the topic.

The session will explore:

Online

Saheli 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner

Saheli’s 50th Anniversary Celebratory Dinner is a golden milestone marking five decades of standing alongside Black, Asian and Minoritised women and their children, supporting them to live lives that are safe, secure and free from abuse.

Vermilion Grand Suite, Lord North Street, Hulme Hall Lane, Manchester, M40 8AD

Community Cancer Conversations

Community Health MCR - Community Cancer Conversations Programme 2026-2027

You’ve told Ladybarn Community Hub that “cancer feels deeply isolating”, “there aren’t always spaces to talk openly with people who understand, especially outside the hospital”.

So Ladybarn Community Hub are creating something new together! A community space for conversation, peer support, connection, reflection, belonging.

Step Forward Fund – grants for grassroots organisations from Global Majority and racially minoritised communities

The Step Forward Fund is a fund designed to provide funding and support to grassroots organisations from Global Majority and racially minoritised communities and help them move from smaller project-based funding to larger grants and investment.

The Step Forward Fund has £4 million to award. The fund plans to give £50,000 to £75,000 per year for between 2 to 3 years. This means you can apply for:

GM Moving: Trauma Informed Approaches to Sport and Physical Activity

Learn how trauma-informed approaches can create safer, more supportive, and inclusive environments in sport and physical activity.

This training session explores how adopting a trauma-informed approach can help create safer, more inclusive, and supportive sporting environments for young people and adults. Participants will gain a better understanding of trauma, its impact on behaviour, wellbeing, and participation in sport, and how coaches, volunteers, and clubs can respond positively and effectively.

Online

Moss Side Together Festival 2026

Get ready for GOOD VIBES, family fun and a huge community celebration at the Moss Side Together Festival on Friday 24 July, 11am–3pm at Broadfield Park (Rec Park), Moss Side

This free family event is all about bringing the Moss Side community together for a positive day filled with music, laughter, culture and activities for all ages. Whether you’re bringing the kids, grandparents, friends or neighbours - everyone is welcome.

Expect:

Broadfield Park (Rec Park), Raby Street, Moss Side, Manchester, M14 4SL