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Greater Manchester launches campaign to tackle Child Sexual Exploitation

26 Sep 2014 - 11:46 by michelle.foster

The ‘It’s not okay’ campaign has been created by Project Phoenix, a unique collaboration of public and third sector partners throughout Greater Manchester.

Project Phoenix aspire to be national leaders in the approach they’re taking to protect young people from Child Sexual Exploitation and prosecute offenders.

For further information, visit: www.itsnotokay.co.uk  
 

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Hough End Hall crowdfunding appeal

26 Sep 2014 - 11:08 by michelle.foster

Friends of Hough End Hall is raising money for heritage activities (heritage walk, book: “Hough End Hall, the Story”, interactive website, mobile exhibition) connected with Hough End Hall.

Although the successful completion will not depend on them being able to purchase the Hall, it will however contribute to positioning the Hall as a key part of the Chorlton and South Manchester heritage – and show the level of community support for the idea, essential for our big Heritage Lottery Fund bid.

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Voices of Ukraine

Voices of Ukrainians in Greater Manchester

The Voices of Ukrainians in Greater Manchester project aimed to gather stories and insights from Ukrainian nationals who recently arrived in Greater Manchester. Through 1:1 semi structured interview, we sought to understand their experiences, reflections on the community response upon arrival, their current needs, and their aspirations for the future.

Watch the Spirit of Manchester Awards

We are live streaming our Sprit of Manchester Awards!

Our Spirit of Manchester Awards on Thursday 25 September will be celebrating and highlighting all the excellent work being carried out in Manchester’s voluntary and community sector.

Tune in from 7pm where you can see all the winners presented their awards by the Lord Mayor, watch Misha B perform and join in the celebration!

 

Voluntary Sector Assembly - In the long-term who cares? The sequel 15 September 2014

The Care Act 2014 will make one of the biggest changes to the Social Care landscape in 60 years. It sets out a new framework of Local Authority duties that cover social care funding and changes to the regulation of social care providers. We know there is a serious gap between public funding of social care and rising needs. Will it be the solution to the well documented Care Crisis in the UK?

Up to £1,000 available for Manchester International Women's Day 2015

18 Sep 2014 - 14:16 by michelle.foster

Manchester City Council have grants of up to £1,000 for groups to host an event or activity on the theme of Breaking Through for Manchester International Women's Day 2015.

Women are overcoming obstacles to excel in sport, science, politics, religion, education, community activism, rights, health, media, legal and business affairs. Celebrate these achievements and apply for a grant.

If you live in the city of Manchester and have an idea for an event or activity that would educate, engage and inspire women.

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Community on Solid Ground New Mentoring service launched for agencies

18 Sep 2014 - 11:32 by michelle.foster

Community on Solid Ground are offering mentoring and divisionary activities to meet the needs of young people across Manchester aged 11-25. This is provided by experienced youth and mentoring practitioners.

Young people will explore a range of issues, identify interests, experience divisionary and inspirational activities, maintain a personal portfolio, and be assessed to explore changes in attitude and behaviour.

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Volunteering to learn

18 Sep 2014 - 11:31 by michelle.foster

The ‘double benefit’ that employee volunteering has both for the community and for employees and the organisations they work for, is highlighted in a new research report from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Volunteering to Learn: employee development through community action aims to delve into the link between volunteering and employee development in order to understand how employees develop through participating in volunteering schemes.

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Living Longer, Living Better – Housing for an Age-Friendly Manchester

18 Sep 2014 - 11:28 by michelle.foster

Do you want to help make Manchester a better place to live?

Here’s a great opportunity to shape the future of the city’s homes and housing services.

Manchester City Council are developing a new Housing Strategy for Older People – “Living Longer, Living Better - Housing for an Age Friendly Manchester”.

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