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    Happy Easter

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    In the Christian Calendar, Palm Sunday (Sunday 24th March 2024) marks the beginning of Holy Week.  Christians across the world gather throughout the week to reflect on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. To learn more about Easter, click here: About Easter - Easter Customs and Traditions - WhyEaster.com The Rec...
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    Day in the Life Of.. Tracey

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    A Day in the Life of..
     A few weeks ago we had the privilege of chatting to Tracey, a former Recovery College student. Tracey sat down with Zak to talk about her time at the Recovery College, what courses she enjoyed and what she is doing now! This video has now gone LIVE on our YouTube channel.  You can watch the video by following this link!&nb...
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    Free Family Easter Events at Walsall College!

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    During half term, Walsall College will be holding two *free Easter events for all the family to get involved in!  Hop down to the Pleck Library Campus on Monday 25th March or the Hawbush Campus on Tuesday 26th March with both events taking place from 10am – 2pm! On the day there will be a number of fun family activities to get y...
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    LGBTQ+ History Month - Recommendations to Watch and Read

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    As we continue our celebration of LGBTQ+ History month and the 2024 theme of Medicine, We have compiled a list of compelling TV shows/ Films and books for you. 1 - THIS IS GOING TO HURT - Based on the gay British comedy writer Adam Kay's diaries as a Junior Doctor, this medical comedy-drama focuses on Kay's experience worki...
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    Xander celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month

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    Xander celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month
    As we continue our celebration of LGBTQ+ History month, today we have Xander one of our Recovery College students with one of his favourite quotes. 'You're never too old To be who you are And how you need to be.' Xander has joined our LGBTQ+ course where we connect and learn about matters close to the heart of the LGBTQ+ community. Check out o...
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    Kerry celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month

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    LGBTQ+ History Month
    The team at the Recovery College are celebrating LGBTQ+ History month throughout February. All our staff all believe in the importance of this celebration and have chipped in with a few thoughts as to what it means to them. Today we have a few words from Kerry Wilkes, the College Principal:  'LGBTQ+ History Month is a great time to celebr...
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    LGBTQ+ History Month

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     This year the theme for LGBTQ+ History Month is Medicine - #Underthescope Throughout the month we will be posting lots of helpful resources and information. LGBT History Month was originally created in 1994 in the US and was adopted by the UK  as a national history month in 2005 to raise awareness about the issue...
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    Ed Celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month

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    LGBTQ+ History Month 2024
    Today we are hearing from Ed Wakefield, the Recovery College's Digital Officer. He's taking a moment to celebrate Oscar Wilde - and his favourite poem the Sphinx. If you want to read it in full head here: The Sphinx by Oscar Wilde (wilde-online.info)In the meantime stay tuned for more stories, helpful websites and articles that we will be shar...
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    The Recovery College Celebrates LGBTQ+ History Month!

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    LGBTQ+ History Month 2024
    The team at the Recovery College are celebrating LGBTQ+ History month throughout February. All our staff all believe in the importance of this celebration and will be adding their thoughts and experiences to this blog throughout the month. We will be providing helpful links, contacts and quotes until the 28th February, so watch this space! 
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    Recovery College Christmas Newsletter!

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    Our new Recovery College Newsletter has gone live! Here we're looking over our Autumn term and preparing ourselves for Christmas. In this suitably festive edition you will find:Principal's message with Kerry and LianeChristmas Refresher! What are Recovery Colleges?Where can you find us? Details of all of our 4 bases around the Black CountryTip...
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    Congratulations Liane & Kiran!

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    Liane and Kiran!
    Today we are celebrating the incredible achievements of our super talented Deputy Principal Liane Howe & Lead Facilitator Kiran Zulffkar as they have passed their level four certificates in education! We take our learning very seriously here at the Recovery College, so you know you're in good hands. If you would like to know more about the...
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    Diwali Celebration Event

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    Come and join with the Spiritual Care Team for their online Festival of Light. We can spread some light, hope and joy around, a universal message so needed today. An opportunity to celebrate Diwali, as well as other light festivals, as we hear about Diwali lamps, learn more about Diwali traditions and of course take our festival quiz. On Monday 27t...
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    Diwali Celebration Event

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    Come and join with the Spiritual Care Team for their online Festival of Light. We can spread some light, hope and joy around, a universal message so needed today. An opportunity to celebrate Diwali, as well as other light festivals, as we hear about Diwali lamps, learn more about Diwali traditions and of course take our festival quiz.  On Mond...
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    Base openings at DY1 Community Centre and Quayside House

    Edward Wakefield
    DY1 Dream Team!
    We had fantastic openings at both DY1 Community Centre, Dudley and Quayside House in Oldbury yesterday. Thank you to everyone who came for a slice of cake, a cuppa and shared in our activities - including taster sessions. There's still so much to look forward to as we move forward!Don't forget we have two further openings on Monday: ...
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    The Recovery College for the Black Country is expanding!

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    To celebrate our expansion into Walsall, Wolverhampton, Sandwell and Dudley we are hosting open days over the next two weeks. First up this Wednesday, 6/9/23 we have:DY1 Community CentreStafford StreetDudleyDudleyDY1 1SAFrom 10am - 12pmAnd then Quayside HouseRound Green RoadOldburyB69 2DGFrom 2pm - 4pmThere will be refreshments, informati...
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    NHS 75th Birthday

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    NHS 75th Birthday
     5 July 2023 marks 75 years of the National Health Service! Treating over a million people a day in England, the NHS touches all of our lives. When it was founded in 1948, the NHS was the first universal health system to be available to all, free at the point of delivery. Today, nine in 10 people agree that healthcare should be free of charge,...
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    LGBTQ+ Pride event at the Recovery College

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    LGBTQ+ Pride Event
    To celebrate Pride Month, and all the incredible achievements of our students, we are running an LGBTQ+ Pride event at The Recovery College next Wednesday between 1:30pm – 3pm. There will be a chance to bring your own food and drink, participate in a themed Quiz and check out a showcase of student work. We want you to be proud of who you are, celeb...
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    Walsall College Jobs Fair Event

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    Are you unemployed or looking for a new opportunity? From helping you with your job search and CV writing, to meeting employers to find what opportunities are available to you. With a range of companies such as Walsall Council, Walsall Housing Group, NHS, Walsall FC, TJX/TK Maxx and so much more!  Come along to Walsall Jobs Fair event to ...
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    Walsall College Coronation Event

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     By royal appointment, Walsall College is inviting adults (aged 19+) to join their event to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III over tea and cakes! 🤴 Come down to the Pleck Library Campus on Friday 5th May and get involved in their fun activities to celebrate this historic occasion! ✨ As well as tea and cakes, you'll ha...
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    Ramadan Mubarak!

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    Ramadan Mubarak
    Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, when the Qur'an was revealed to the prophet Muhammad. It is regarded as a time filled with blessings when worshippers focus their minds and bodies on spirituality and worship. May the crescent-shaped moon brighten your path toward enlightenment and may Allah bless you with peace and...
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