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SASH Social

 

Save the date for the next SASH Social, on June 17th (Wednesday) from 2pm-3pm, which will be a check in followed by an open discussion on an article by the incredible writer Aisha Mirza. The article is very accessible and easy to understand whilst raising some interesting points – it’s time for the book worms to come out

We understand that this time can lead to heightened feelings of stress or loneliness which is why we have provided a easy way to offer some much needed connection. There is no pressure to be anything, just come as you are, and you don’t have to turn on your camera if you don’t feel comfortable to.

Have a read of the article beforehand if you have capacity:

https://gal-dem.com/queeries-im-enjoying-lockdown-am-i-a-psychopath/

If you are unfamiliar with Zoom the links below might be helpful:

How to Join Zoom Video Conference Using Your Phone

https://www.youtube.com/watch?edufilter=NULL&v=lO206_NezaY

 

Joining a Zoom Video Conference On Your Computer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?edufilter=NULL&v=kh50kVaIdAY

About SASH Socials

The socials are a space where service users, staff members, London enthusiasts, art fans and anyone else
who wishes to join come together to experience something new in London.
We work hard to make the space opening and inclusive to all.

The subject matter of some of the socials means that as a group we will be exploring topics
that will challenge perceptions on history, race, gender, sexuality, religion and culture.

When exploring these topics that concern a group of peoples ethnicity, religion, spirituality, culture, sexual orientation,
gender identity, and/or lived experience outside of your own, we must be mindful of how we interact and speak,
acknowledging the people around us.

It is incredibly important not to make any assumptions about anyone’s experience particularly in relation to their sexuality, HIV status, religion etc.

This could be by actively listening, being sensitive and leading with empathy and openness.
So that we can all have a meaningful experience on these trips and discuss the content without making anyone else feel excluded.

This event is free and open to all genders connected with
Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster

However everyone must be over 18.

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Masbro Elders Project

We are delighted to announce that our Elders Project programme is now online! Have a look at our weekly zoom sessions below:

 

TUESDAYS at 2PM

 

 

 

  

Masbro Elders Tea Club

Zoom sessions

  

A friendly space to meet and chat with different topics to explore each week. New Special Guest speakers will be invited along plus  exercise sessions,  quizzes and more.

  

Please contact Tina via email to receive the latest programme and your personal invitation to join the zoom session: tina@upg.org.uk or telephone: 07738789 427
 

WEDNESDAYS at 2PM

 

 

  

Will’s Theatre Workshops

  

Will Hudson is a drama practitioner specialising in community theatre, inviting you to share scripts, poetry and music and your own unique stories! Will is going to be bringing along some of his creative friends to join in the sessions – so watch this space!

 

  

Please contact Tina via email to receive your personal invitation to join the zoom session: tina@upg.org.uk or telephone: 07738789 427
 

THURSDAYS AT 12 AM

 

 

 

  

PILATES WITH ALDA JAMES

STRETCH EXERCISE CLASS

  

Pilates is a gentle exercise method which will help you to strengthen your core muscles, encourage flexibility and improve balance and coordination.

  

Please contact Tina via email to receive your personal invitation to join the zoom session: tina@upg.org.uk or telephone: 0773 8789 427

 

PLEASE CONTACT TINA ON 0773 8789 427 IF YOU NEED HELP DOWNLOADING ZOOM.

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Available on Demand: Watch The First WLB Leader’s Briefing

Watch our first monthly briefing for business leaders across West London; a mix of COVID19 economic response and some good news stories! Watch now

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Calling all Fundraisers & Charities: Applications for The 2020 Christmas Challenge Are Now Open!

The Christmas Challenge is the largest online match funding campaign, raising over £15m for nearly 600 charities in December 2019. Each year we have millions of pounds of match funding from our Champions on offer to charities, enabling them to double donations to campaigns they support on the Big Give platform. The Christmas Challenge each year opens on #GivingTuesday, which in 2020 will be 1st December and runs for 7 days. Applications are now open for charities who wish to participate.

We are hosting a webinar on the Christmas Challenge and how it can help your charity – this will include a short presentation by us, followed by a Q&A session – on Friday 19th June at 11am. If you want to find out more about the Christmas Challenge or ask us a question, please visit the Eventbrite page to sign up to attend. (Please note: there are only spaces for 100 attendees, so please sign up as soon as possible if you are interested – if you are unable to attend, we will be recording the webinar and putting it up on our YouTube channel)

See what charities who took part in the 2019 Christmas Challenge have to say about their experience of the campaign and we have also written a guest blog for #GivingTuesday on what makes a successful campaign.

To apply for Christmas Challenge 2020:
1. Log in or sign up for Big Give account
2. Click on Big Give Campaigns
3. Click on Apply now for Christmas Challenge 2020

Deadline for the stage 1 application is 5pm Friday 3rd July. The deadline to collect the pledges is 5pm Friday 28th August. Remember you can start collecting your pledges as soon as you have submitted your stage 1 application, so the sooner that is submitted, the more time you have to collect the pledges.

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Non-essential retail confirmed to reopen from Monday 15th June

 The Business Secretary confirmed yesterday evening (Tuesday 9th June) that shops in England selling non-essential goods will be able to reopen from Monday 15 June, thanks to continuing progress in meeting our 5 tests.

High street retailers and department stores, including book shops, electronics retailers, tailors, auction houses, photography studios, indoor markets, and shops selling clothes, shoes and toys, will be allowed to open their doors again provided they follow the COVID-19 secure guidelines set out by the government in May.

Employers should also display a notice visibly in their shop windows or outside their store to show their employees, customers and other visitors that they have followed this guidance. The downloadable sign can be found here: https://bit.ly/CV19Sign

Full details of workplace guidance can be found here: https://bit.ly/CV19WorkingSafely.

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The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust Reviews Grant Criteria in Response to the Coronavirus (UK)

In response to the Coronavirus, the Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust have reviewed their grant criteria to enable them to spread their funds as widely as possible to help those with greatest need. The Trust awards grants to UK registered charities or organisations that are exempt from registration with projects that address specific categories set out by the Trust each year. The next round of funding will be aimed at supporting disadvantaged and vulnerable people aged 60 and over affected by the crisis. UK registered charities with an income and expenditure of £1,000,000 and over will be able to apply for grants of £1,000 to continue their much-needed support. The next round of funding will be open for applications from the 1st of July 2020 through to the 31st July 2020. Click here

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The Foyle Foundation’s Small Grants Scheme Re-Opens to Support Charities Affected by Covid-19 (UK)

The Foyle Foundation has re-opened its Small Grants Scheme to support smaller, grass-roots and local charities across the UK during the Covid-19 crisis. Organisations which are currently delivering services to the young, vulnerable, elderly, disadvantaged or the general community either directly or through online support can apply for grants of between £1,000 and £10,000. Funding can be used to cover core costs or essential equipment, to enable ongoing service provision, homeworking, or delivery of online digital services for charities with a turnover of less than £150,000 per annum that can show financial stability and a clear need for their services. Competition for funding is expected to be strong. Applications can be submitted at any time. Click here

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#YoungAndBlack: Raising Voices for Change campaign launches

Whether it’s on the news, on social media, or in your community, people are talking about black lives. A long overdue conversation. Although it might sound like this conversation is louder than ever, black people have been fighting all their lives. Find out more from UK Youth.

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#NeverMoreNeeded Campaign Has Launched a New Website

We’re hopefully moving out of the social lockdown, but vital services that charities provide to people up and down the country are still under threat. During the COVID19 pandemic the public, philanthropy and government have responded with extra support – but is it enough?

That’s why the #NeverMoreNeeded campaign has launched a new website to help communicate the message and champion the vital role the charity sector plays to improve people’s lives. On the site you’ll find briefings, research and actions you can do today to help – like template letters for writing to your MP – so check it out!

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Autism Parenting Magazine: Managing Autism Meltdowns, Aggression & Tantrums

Autism Parenting Magazine is a leading magazine focused in delivering the latest news and intervention on the subject of autism.

Our article on Managing Autism Meltdowns, Aggression, and Tantrums provides a lot of valuable information. Click here

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