Local awards to recognise the unsung heroes of Leeds
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www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk— The event will take place this June 21st at the Marriott Hotel Leeds, as part of Leeds Learning Disability Week. The Awards will be a finale to an exciting week in Leeds - seeing Council Chambers Take Over, a Learning Disability Pride March through the City Centre, alongise various marketplace activities and events across the city. The Learning Disability Awards will offer a range of entertainment and, Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations and their volunteers can be...
www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk—Award recognition for ‘magnificent team’ which brings unity to local communities in Leeds. The accolade recognises housing teams which are “truly making a difference to the lives of residents and the communities” where they operate. Working alongside housing officers, Unity’s Employment Services and Enterprise team supports people in marginalised communities in Leeds to access employment and training or become volunteers. They also help those in work - particularly female entrepreneurs - enhance their career prospects, boosting economic wellbeing and regenerating neighbourhoods. In...
The Daily Telegram—When fascism came to Lenawee: Local heroes. The Black Legion targeted men for membership. The unsuspecting recruit was approached by other members, usually friends, and asked to attend...
www.thestar.co.uk—Inspirational Sheffield Hallam students recognised with awards. The annual event sees students recognised for overcoming adversity as well as inspiring and making a difference to their fellow students, staff, local community and employers. One of the awards up for grabs was the Inspirational Individual Award, which celebrates individuals' achievements and those who inspire others by overcoming adversity. Jennifer Cook was one of the winners, a mature BA Community Justice student from the University's College of Social Sciences and Arts who persevered with...