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Creating Connection Through Carnival Art

21 October 2025

In Worcester, a growing number of young people are unable to access mainstream education due to anxiety, behavioural challenges, special educational needs, or complex personal circumstances. These individuals often feel disconnected from their communities and lack opportunities to express themselves in safe, supportive environments. Recognising this gap, N-Able’s therapeutic learning provision, for students aged 11-25 … Continue reading “Creating Connection Through Carnival Art”

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Empowering Communities Through Inclusive Sport

17 September 2025

Across Worcestershire, there’s a growing need for opportunities that help people stay socially and physically active—especially those who face barriers to participation due to age, ability, or isolation. Communities are seeking ways to come together, move more, and support one another in leading healthier, happier lives. A local Worcester organisation, Freedom Activities CIC, dedicated to … Continue reading “Empowering Communities Through Inclusive Sport”

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Community Stories 2025 | Murals of hope at Youth Justice Centre

05 September 2025

Two vibrant new murals have transformed the Tolladine Road Youth Justice Centre in Worcester, thanks to a co-creation project led by artist Dermot Clarke, in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, West Mercia Youth Justice Service and Severn Arts. The initiative brought together over 50 young people, many of whom have had contact with the justice … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Murals of hope at Youth Justice Centre”

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A year of woodland writing

14 August 2025

Worcestershire residents have been enjoying monthly nature connection and therapeutic writing sessions in an urban woodland in Worcester. In a partnership between The Bramblewood Project CIC, and The Word Association CIC, these sessions follow the cycle of the seasons at the Bramblewood site. In the morning sessions, led by forest education expert, Jon Cree, the … Continue reading “A year of woodland writing”

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Happy Time: Healthy minds!

12 August 2025

Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health team recently provided a small grant to enhance a community-led meet-up and chat group based in Worcester. With modest funding, the group was able to create promotional materials and host a local event to reach new members Originally formed with just five members, the group, known as Happy Time, has … Continue reading “Happy Time: Healthy minds!”

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Masculinity and healthy relationships training

01 August 2025

Youth teams from Worcester Community Trust have delivered impactful sessions and events with young people at community centres in Worcester, diving into themes of masculinity, identity, and what it really means to have healthy relationships. This work couldn’t be timelier. With controversial influencers dominating social media feeds and shows like Adolescence putting gender dynamics under … Continue reading “Masculinity and healthy relationships training”

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Snoezelen sessions support active living

17 July 2025

Worcester Snoezelen is helping people with disabilities get moving and feel better, physically and mentally, through dance! A Public Health Grant is supporting the introduction of dance and movement sessions as part of the charity’s established ‘Activity Wednesday’ programme. These weekly sessions will run for 50 weeks a year and welcome around 25 participants each … Continue reading “Snoezelen sessions support active living”

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Archery Tag is a real winner!

11 July 2025

In an innovative move to encourage physical activity among students, Hanley Castle High School and Sixth Form in Worcester has launched a new Archery Tag program! The new after-school club aims to inspire young people to engage in a fresh and dynamic form of exercise that blends teamwork, strategy, and agility. Archery Tag is a … Continue reading “Archery Tag is a real winner!”

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A celebration of partnership: Worcester Safe Space wins national award

25 June 2025

Worcester BID is thrilled to announce that its Worcester Safe Space initiative has won the national award for ‘Best Social and Community Contribution Scheme’ at the Association of Town & City Management (ATCM) Awards, held last night in Bradford. The award recognises the strength of Worcester’s citywide partnership and celebrates the Worcester Safe Space initiative … Continue reading “A celebration of partnership: Worcester Safe Space wins national award”

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Keeping over 60s healthy and connected

11 June 2025

The Over/Nearly 60s Social Group in St. John’s in Worcester is having a huge impact on its members. The group is run by its members and caters to adults (nearly and) over the age of 60 in Worcester and surrounding areas, providing opportunities to engage in meaningful activities, meet new people and increase social connections. … Continue reading “Keeping over 60s healthy and connected”