Organisation overview Shifting Your Mindset is a social enterprise (CIC) based in Nottingham dedicated to uplifting the community through essential services and programs. These range from housing support for the homeless to family and mental health support. They also offer activities and support for children and families, including summer programs, training, and capacity-building initiatives. Event… Continue reading Shifting Your Mindset: Community Day Out – Stockhill Fire Station
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Celebrating World Food Day 2024: Right to Foods for a Better Life and Future
Every year on 16th October, the world unites to celebrate World Food Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about global hunger and promoting actions to ensure food security and nutritious diets for all. This year, the theme is “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future”, emphasising the importance of diversity,… Continue reading Celebrating World Food Day 2024: Right to Foods for a Better Life and Future
International Day of Rural Women 2024: The Hidden Force Sustaining Our Planet
Every year on October 15th, we celebrate the International Day of Rural Women, which was established by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly. This day highlights the important role rural women play in food production, environmental care, and climate action. That’s why this year, the theme is to celebrate how rural women are the backbone… Continue reading International Day of Rural Women 2024: The Hidden Force Sustaining Our Planet
Announcement: communications and email downtime due to platform migration
📢 Announcement📢 🚚 We are currently migrating to a new communications platform. 🚚 We will be experiencing downtime over the next few days. This downtime will affect our email service and our ability to schedule and hold meetings. During this time please expect delayed responses to all enquiries. You can find alternative methods of communication… Continue reading Announcement: communications and email downtime due to platform migration
Celebrating Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day: Honoring Ghana’s Founding Father
Every year on September 21st, Ghana commemorates Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, the first President and Prime Minister of Ghana. This day is not only a public holiday but also a time for reflection on the profound impact Nkrumah had on Ghana and… Continue reading Celebrating Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day: Honoring Ghana’s Founding Father
Celebrating African Union Day 2024: A week of unity and progress
Introduction Every year, on September 9th, we come together to celebrate African Union Day. This day-long celebration not only commemorates the African Union’s (AU) founding, but also highlights the unity, progress, and future of the African continent. It serves as a powerful reminder of the collective strength and potential of African nations. Background Distinction from… Continue reading Celebrating African Union Day 2024: A week of unity and progress
Celebrating African Traditional Medicine Day: Embracing Our Heritage and the Power of Moringa
Opening thoughts Every year on August 31st, we celebrate African Traditional Medicine Day, a day dedicated to recognising and honouring the rich heritage of traditional medicine across the African continent. This day serves as a reminder of the invaluable contributions that traditional healers and natural remedies have made to our health and well-being. Among the… Continue reading Celebrating African Traditional Medicine Day: Embracing Our Heritage and the Power of Moringa
Celebrating Nane Nane – Tanzania Farmers Day 2024
Every year on August 8th, Tanzania comes alive with vibrant celebrations to honour the hardworking farmers who are the backbone of our nation. Known as Nane Nane (which means “eight eight” in Swahili), this day is dedicated to recognising the immense contributions of farmers to our economy and society1. The significance of Nane Nane Agriculture… Continue reading Celebrating Nane Nane – Tanzania Farmers Day 2024
The medicinal benefits of moringa
We have already looked at the nutritional benefits of the moringa oleifera tree, as well as its cosmetic applications for your hair and skin. In this post, we will look at the medicinal benefits of that incredible natural resource. Our health should be of primary concern, and few natural products offer such holistic benefits as… Continue reading The medicinal benefits of moringa
Hair and skin benefits of moringa cosmetics
The moringa olifera tree is an incredibly versatile natural resource. Not only for its nutritional benefits once consumed, but also the benefits for your hair and skin from moringa cosmetics.