February 19th – The plight of many we work for
Tonight’s speakers were from Southend-on-Sea Domestic Abuse service, who spoke about the new local provision, and its links with other services. We’re pleased to say our welcome bags are still welcome, and there was a request for new children’s story books and single bed linen. The other speaker was from a refugee camp in Greece that deals with refugees from Afghanistan. Her work was with the men, women and children in the camp. The ‘camp’ experience was depressing for all – adults and children alike – and brought home to members the plight of many in the world, who are very much less fortunate than we are. Both speakers were very interesting and strengthened our resolve to campaign – A Better World is Possible. We prepared for our International Women’s Day White Ribbon event in Southend and were updated with Regional and Federation news.
January 15th – a new year!
Sorry but our webmanager wasn’t at this one – incapacitated by a cough, but the meeting went well, with a review of our Programme and plans for Membership Month in May – watch this space!
December – our Christmas Celebration
Every year our December meeting is a celebration for the festive season. We enjoy a special meal together and then have a table quiz, organised by Cathy … looking very different from the way she usually does!