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How reading can change a life.

How reading can change a life.

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Many thanks to Vicky and Ann from Read Easy #readeasy for their excellent presentation about teaching adult non-readers. This teaching programme grew from the Shannon Trusts work teaching reading in prisons and now is a national organisation working 1 to 1 with any person who comes forward as a non-reader ready to make that life-changing decision to join the reading world. Wonderful work. #volunteering #supportingwomenandgirls

Lest we forget 9.11.25

Lest we forget 9.11.25

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This year, the Sunday before Remembrance Day fell on the 9th November. At our War Memorial there was an impressive turn out of representatives of the many organisations that operate in Kenilworth, joined by our MP, Sir Jeremy Wright, and the town Mayor, James Kennedy. The two minutes silence was moving as always. The roll call of wreath layers was long and evoked pride in all of us present. Our representatives stood as proxy for all us members of the town’s organisations and carried out their role with dignity. The sky was grey and the mood was solemn but we were all glad to be there to demonstrate that we do not forget those who have suffered from war and those who continue to do so.  

2025 SIGBI Conference Birmingham

2025 SIGBI Conference Birmingham

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This event took place at the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre between October 31st and November 2nd – three days of inspiration, interest, learning and fellowship . Day 1. This was the day to meet old friends and make new contacts. And importantly there were three excellent speakers with valuable insights into women’s issues – inspirational! Day 2. This was the day for learning. Everyone had the opportunity to attend four workshops with the focus on action, effectiveness and productivity. Notes were taken! Day 3. This was the day for awards. Good practice was recognised, rewarded and celebrated. For more information and many many pictures visit: SIGBI Birmingham Conference 2025

“It’s such a happiness when good people get together.” ― Jane Austen, Emma

“It’s such a happiness when good people get together.” ― Jane Austen, Emma

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We are really delighted to be donating £1750.55 to Baby Lifeline after our charity matinee on October 4th of Jane Austen’s “Emma” at Kenilworth Talisman.Theatre. Many thanks to the Talisman for working with us on this and many congratulations on superb production of Andrew Davies’ adaptation of a wonderful novel. It was such a pleasure to spend the afternoon with friends and neighbours in the theatre and let’s face it – the raffle was pretty spectacular! Congratulations to Amanda and the Fundraising team for a stellar event. talismantheatrekenilworth #BabyLifeline

Great work all round!

Great work all round!

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It may be some months ago now but we haven’t forgotten the excellent work done by Deborah Thomas, a women’s health physiotherapist and Doctor Rebecca Jacques, on our behalf, when they led an evening devoted to Your Menopause Matters. The project was the focus of a presentation at Midland Arden Region Programme Action Awards in September ’25. Our presentation won 3rd prize, behind the joint winners Stratford and Stourbridge, but the prizes are very far from the point. The awards highlighted the absolutely excellent work going on across Midland Arden Region with support for women and girls at its very heart. @sigbi @midlandardenregion   Congratulations all!