Join us this June 20th to celebrate World Refugee Day to honour the strength and courage of refugees who’ve been forced to flee their homes. Stand in solidarity with refugees this year to understand why people are forced to move, how you can help and celebrate the rich contribution refugees bring to the new countries… Continue reading Discover how to support migrants this World Refugee Day
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Service Owner volunteer role
About the job We are currently recruiting for a Service Owner to work within the Delivery Team of a social enterprise, which offers services (social, digital, research etc) to local communities and SMEs, particularly those run by (or serving) the following groups: As a Service Owner, you will play a key role in helping to… Continue reading Service Owner volunteer role
Service Designer volunteer role
About the role We are currently recruiting for a service designer to work within the administration team of a social enterprise, which offers services (social, digital etc) to local communities and SMEs, particularly those run by (or serving) the following groups: We are looking for an individual who is passionate, hands-on and eager to learn.… Continue reading Service Designer volunteer role
International Day for Biological Diversity 2025: explore Nature-based solutions to climate change
On 22th May the world celebrates International Day for Biological Diversity to raise awareness of the value that diversity brings to our ecosystems, human life and wildlife. Biological diversity (or biodiversity for short), and Nature-based Solutions (NbS) offer huge benefits to people in the search for new medicines, the fight against climate change and maintaining… Continue reading International Day for Biological Diversity 2025: explore Nature-based solutions to climate change
Tanzania Union Day 2025: celebrating 61 years of a unique African union
Join us this April 26th to celebrate Tanzania Union Day: the creation of Tanzania, which came out of the union of two African nations: Zanzibar and Tanganyika. From the late 1950s onward independence movements swept through Africa demanding independence from colonial rule. It started with Ghana in 1957, leading to most African countries decolonising by… Continue reading Tanzania Union Day 2025: celebrating 61 years of a unique African union
Act now on Mother Earth Day with four community climate solutions
Join us in celebrating Mother Earth Day this 22nd April by supporting four inspiring community projects that combat climate change and empower people to build sustainable livelihoods. Our Power, Our Planet 2025 marks 55 years of Mother Earth Day and this year the theme is ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ highlighting the need to speed up… Continue reading Act now on Mother Earth Day with four community climate solutions
Namibia Independence Day 2025: 35 years since liberation
Join the celebrations this year for the 35th anniversary of Namibia’s liberation and independence, a unique African nation that tells a fascinating story in the history of Africa, as it gained its independence in 1990 at the end of the Cold War and the advent of a new era. A unique African liberation story From… Continue reading Namibia Independence Day 2025: 35 years since liberation
Ghana Independence Day 2025: celebrating the country’s legacy in Africa
Let’s celebrate the rich and powerful story of Ghana’s independence on March 6 by discovering the rich history of the first Sub-Saharan African country to become independent from colonial rule. When Ghana gained its independence in 1957 it inspired a wave of independence movements across the continent, and by 1960 there were already 17 African… Continue reading Ghana Independence Day 2025: celebrating the country’s legacy in Africa
Celebrating Gambia Independence Day: 60 year anniversary
Gambia independence day celebrations The history of The Gambia’s independence tells a fascinating and unique story within West Africa. On the 18th February each year, its population of over 2 million gather with celebrations, dances and festivals held in McCarthy Square, Banju and around the country. This year marks the historic 60th year anniversary, so… Continue reading Celebrating Gambia Independence Day: 60 year anniversary
Kwanzaa Festival Day 4: Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics to support the community
On Day 4 of our journey through the Nguzo Saba, the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa, we arrive at Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics. Kwanzaa is a celebration that has grown in practice in African-American communities in the USA, but stems from African philosophies, and was originally envisioned as a way to celebrate African culture and foster unity.… Continue reading Kwanzaa Festival Day 4: Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics to support the community