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Join the red-carpet premiere of The Success of Moss Side (an SNE Studios Production, directed by Elmi Ali and produced by Baka Bah) – a brand-new documentary framed through the lens of a young filmmaker.

Moss Side, an inner-city Manchester neighbourhood, is often reduced to external perceptions of crime, violence and poverty. While these challenges exist, such narratives overshadow the vibrant, multifaceted reality cherished by its residents.

This session will look at the legislation, and what trustees need to know and do.

The event includes proposals and discussion about how the Freedom of Information system can improve for the future.

The Freedom of Information (FoI) Act – which was passed 25 years ago and came into force five years later – created a legal right for citizens to request information from public authorities. This was a radical shift in the government's approach to information and a significant step towards a more open culture of government.

The CHAORDIC Symposium will be a landmark, one-day event that will offer key insights into and examine the transformative power and pivotal role of the arts within recovery.

The CHAORDIC project explores the social impact that collaborative contemporary visual arts can play on redefining substance use narratives and recovery identities. The Symposium is a major public event for Portraits of Recovery’s RECOVERIST Month in September 2025, which places lived experience at the heart of the annual, month long arts programme.

30% of charities have reported experiencing a cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months (source: gov.uk). In May, Association of Chairs joined that number when their domain was temporarily stolen by cyber criminals.

Learn how to respond effectively and constructively to concerns and complaints raised by volunteers in this free webinar.

Managing concerns and complaints from volunteers is essential for maintaining trust, safeguarding wellbeing and strengthening your volunteer involvement.

In this webinar, we'll (NCVO) explore how to create a safe environment where volunteers feel confident to raise concerns and how to respond appropriately when they do.

Advicenow will be running a free housing/homelessness rights course for community groups supporting refugees.

The course aims to give you the basic knowledge and skills needed to deal with key issues for people dealing with homelessness and living in temporary accommodation. 

The course will be delivered online, You will be required to watch a 30 minute introductory video before each interactive session.

Week 1

Monday 15th September 10am-12pm Housing and Benefits

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Commemorating eight decades since Manchester hosted the historic Fifth Pan-African Congress in 1945, featuring live music, community performances, and distinguished guests from across all ten Greater Manchester boroughs.

Join the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN) for a splendid commemoration of Black history, achievements, and culture.

This event is not just a showcase; it’s a vibrant tribute to our shared heritage.

Doors open 6pm: Stalls and socialising  
Event 7pm - 8.30pm