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Our Pay It Forward book scheme is going to Little Green Sock, a Greater Manchester charity based in Trafford that strongly believe that all children should have the basics they need to thrive. We spoke to the CEO, Catherine, about why they got started and how folks can get involved! …

This week is Refugee Week, so we spoke to Kim Gowland from Host Nation MCR about the ways that folks can do more to help those seeking refuge around our city and strengthen their community. How long have you been going? HostNation is a national charity working in London, Tyneside …

Our ‘Give-A-Book’ scheme this month is going to The Joshua Tree, a Northern charity that offers support for families affected by childhood cancer. They tailor the services to suit the family’s specific needs, by means of emotional and practical support, such as counselling, play therapy, health and well-being advice, support …

Mental Health Awareness week begins today and the theme this year is ‘Moving for our Mental Health.’ We want to take time to focus on how we can incorporate moments of movement into our daily routines for our mental health and wellbeing. Finding time and space for movement isn’t always …

Deaf Awareness Week 2024 takes place between 6-12 May, so we spoke to Claire at the Manchester Deaf Centre to find out how the centre is celebrating this week, and how the local Mancunian community can get involved in helping out. How long have you been going? Manchester Deaf Centre was …

For Women’s History Month, we wanted to shine a light on charities that focus on our local community and feminist issues around Manchester. We reached out to trustee Hannah from Every Month MCR to hear about their volunteer-lead charity that brings products to those who menstruate around Greater Manchester. How …