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The team at the Recovery College are celebrating LGBTQ+ History month throughout February, and we are happy to share resources and websites that you may find useful. Here are a few sites we have come across:  LGBT+ History Month (lgbtplushistorymonth.co.uk) - this is a great place to find out how the History Month started, and provides li...

Walking is one of the best exercises for your health and it's FREE! A good walk can do wonders for your mental wellbeing in fact, being active has a whole range of benefits It improves self-perception and self-esteem, mood and sleep quality, and it reduces stress, anxiety and fatigue. We run weekly Health Walks in Wolverhampton, Walsall, ...

Are you a community group in Sandwell who would like to get your service online and use the internet to support your needs? Sandwell Digital Donations are offering free laptops to help set up learning hubs on your premises. For more information refer to the PDF below or contact Katy McAllister on: 07790 939564 or email:&nbs...

Are you a migrant or from an ethnic minority community? Are you looking to improve your parental skills? Do you want to voice your concerns to health professionals? If Yes, This Living Well Project is designed to support you to understand/participate in health and well-being activities, gain skills in parenting and developing the confidence to enga...

Parinirvana Day 2023. Parinirvana Day, also known as Nirvana Day, is celebrated annually on February 15 to commemorate the death of the Buddha when he attained complete nirvana or parinirvana. For more information head to these helpful websites:Parinirvana Day 2023: Meaning, history, significance, and celebrations (newsbytesapp.com)PARINI...

International Epilepsy Day is an annual event organized by the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) to raise awareness about epilepsy and its impact on individuals, families and communities around the world. If you would like to find out more there are several helpful websites:International Ep...

Looking to do some walking and feel better mentally and physically? Our friends the Ramblers are offering free walks every week across Tipton, Wednesbury, West Brom, Smethwick and Rowley Regis. It's almost impossible not to feel good when you're walking outdoors – it's a natural mood-booster! And the great news is you don't need to walk far or...

Our recover together group meeting went down an absolute storm today. The Walsall Face to Face group tried something new, entering the magical world of Dungeons and Dragons roleplaying. Everyone explored hope and empowerment, connecting through different characters. If you would like to know more about our Recover Together sessions, pleas...

All our staff believe in the importance of #LGBTQHistoryMonth & throughout February we will be asking our team to reflect on what this means to them. Today we have Bryony, a Recovery College Volunteer:  'A chance to learn more about the history of my culture and acknowledge those who fought for our rights'. We will be providing helpful lin...

All our staff believe in the importance of #LGBTQHistoryMonth & throughout February we will be asking our team to reflect on what this means to them. Today we have Charlotte Jones, Marketing Officer and Ed Wakefield Digital Officer offering their perspectives:  'LGBTQ+ History month is important to me as it raises awareness of the LGBTQ+ c...

Place2Be launched the first-ever Children's Mental Health Week in 2015 to shine a spotlight on the importance of children and young people's mental health. Now in its ninth year, they hope to encourage more people than ever to get involved, spread the word and raise vital funds for children's mental health. Every year, Place2Be's exp...

Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week is the UK's national week to raise awareness of sexual abuse and violence and to provide an opportunity for any organisation or individual to engage in dialogue. The Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week occurs on the first full week of February. For 2023 that will take place from 6th to...

National HIV Testing Week (6-12 February) is a campaign that promotes regular testing among the most affected population groups in England.  HIV testing is free, quick and easy, and you can even test from home. If you would like to know more, the following websites are helpful: National HIV Testing Week returns for 2023 | Terrence Hi...

Race Equality Week is an annual UK-wide movement uniting thousands of organisations and individuals to address the barriers to race equality in the workplace.  The theme for 2023 is #ItsEveryonesBusiness because tackling race inequality is everyone's business. #ActionDrivesChangeIf you're interested in finding out more and how to take part in ...

Please find attached the details of the latest Apprenticeship opportunities that are available across the BCTG Group. There are highlighted Apprenticeship titles, locations and the VAC reference numbers that are used to advertise these vacancies on www.gov.uk - on the Find an Apprenticeship section. These vacancies are also advertised on the TAW we...

SWAP (Sector-based Work Academy Programmes) is an opportunity to learn new skills and get experience of working in a particular industry. The programme is to help jobseekers, who are claiming either Universal Credit, Jobseekers Allowance or ESA to build confidence, improve job prospects and enhance CV's. The employer welcomes anyone who is interest...

Maths skills for everyday life! Multiply is a new government funded programme to help adults learn maths skills for life and work. If you are aged 19 and over and don't have a maths GCSE at grade C or above, or an equivalent qualification, then you can join a free maths course through Multiply. For more information you can visit here: Mul...

All our staff believe in the importance of #LGBTQHistoryMonth & throughout February we will be asking our team to reflect on what this means to them.  Today we have Kirsty Barnes, the Recovery College Business Development & Sustainability Manager: 'I think LGBTQ+ history month is important as it brings the "once hidden voices" of the L...

Time to Talk Day is the nation's biggest mental health conversation. Happening every year, it's a day for friends, families, communities, and workplaces to come together to talk, listen and change lives. If you would like to know more head to: Time To Talk Day they have some incredible FREE resources to download, for social media adv...

Heart & Soul have some Painting & Decorating training coming up soon – starting on 20th Feb. Customers will need to be aged 18-29 years old due to funding and live in Dudley Borough. The 2 week course is due to run from Beacon Blind Institute in Sedgley. DWP to award travel expenses. If you are interested please contact Heart & Sou...