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As GE2017 draws near Greater Manchester Poverty Action focus on employment rights, Brexit and Government pledges and look at the rising number of people living as food insecure in the UK. The newsletter opens with congratulating Andy Burnham on his win and highlights the pledges he has made that relate to action on poverty in the city region. 
You can contribute to research on the impact of loss of EU funds on VCSE ability to deliver support to vulnerable and marginalised communities in the North of England.
Following on from mental Health awareness week 2017, it seems like a good time to highlight challenges that some of us are experiencing, that are impacting on our mental health but not talking about. As postnatal mental health is not always discussed as much as it should be, I thought it might be useful to share my experiences.
I can honestly say I am a proud mum of a 13 month old little girl and feeling like we’re winning most of the time. However, I am aware I may not feel this way tomorrow or next week. It’s definitely a take one day at a time situation and that’s ok.
With a general election now scheduled for 8 June, many charities will be wondering how they can engage with the public and politicians to raise awareness of their work and the issues that matter to them. Charlotte Ravenscroft explains what charities can, and can't, do over the coming weeks. 
Radio 1 and 1Xtra Newsbeat is hosting a live discussion programme in Manchester on 6 June leading up to the general election. It’s an opportunity for young voters to explain how they’re feeling about the vote on 8 June.
You need to be aged 18 – 25 years old to take part in the live discussion. To express an interest in taking part, email: [email protected]
The 90 minute programme will be broadcast on Radio 1, 1Xtra and Asian Network. It’ll also be televised on BBC One and BBC News Channel.
Greater Manchester is on countdown to elect their first ever mayor. As the hustings come to a close, we can reflect on the pledges and views that have been shared by candidates to win votes on Thursday 4th May. To see some of the candidates in action, here are three short films made at the recent Older Peoples Greater Manchester Network event, featuring invited candidates: Sean Anstee, Conservative; Jane Brophy, Liberal Democrats; Andy Burnham, Labour; and Will Paterson, Green Party.
One in five adults have suffered mental health issues in the last five years, due to housing problems. 
Shelter’s new report reveals that the mental health of millions of people in England has suffered in the last five years because of housing problems. As a result, many have sought help from their GPs.
This issue includes a report on the challenges posed by Greater Manchester’s unsupported temporary accommodation and its hidden homeless, GM Poverty Action examines the role of local employment charters and, as part of the Work and Wages series, take a look at whether sharing skills reduces inequality. There is also the usual list of forthcoming local events.
Homeworkers Worldwide would like you to get in contact if through your organisation’s work - or wider community engagement - you are aware of anyone involved in garment and textile manufacturing in Greater Manchester. 
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