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Community & youth-led positive news channel sharing good news about positive people & activities in the West Midlands. #OnPointWM

West Midlands
Joined December 2019
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Are you an educator of a learner with PDA? If so, here are my seven top tips for establishing a relationship with them (taken from my book The Educator’s Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance). What other tips would you give to educators / parents of PDAers?👇💬
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London’s Janet Kay was the first black female artist to have a reggae Number 1 in the UK. Janet is a descendant of the Jamaican National Hero the Rt Excellent Deacon Paul Bogle. #salutingoursisters #blackhistorymonth

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Good luck to you if you are collecting your GCSE results this week. Remember, there are lots of doors open to you whether your exam results are as you expected, are better or are not quite as good as you hoped they would be. (1/2)
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Imagine a society where every young person has access to a youth centre. What does this look like to you? Share your thoughts below 👇
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The Mayor's Community Weekend is back! On 9 and 10 September, join us for a weekend of celebration and community building. Check out events happening in your area: orlo.uk/JZFbI Funded by @TNLComFund Sponsored by @LloydsBank and @NatWestGroup #WMCommunity2023
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I’m a clinical psychologist. I’m not a teacher. I’m often told I have no right to views on learning as a result. ‘Sit down and be quiet’, I’m told. ‘You know nothing about this’. Here’s why I keep speaking up. 1/ (image @_MissingTheMark, A Different Way to Learn, @JKPBooks).
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Calling all creatives with expertise in working with people with disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, neurodiversity, d/Deaf, chronic illness or mental health I am working with Athac to set up a directory to improve communication to experts across the Midlands!
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🌟Health literacy among children living with a long-term condition: ‘What I know and who I tell’ The importance of parents and professionals in checking children’s understandings of their condition and developing health literacy. ⬇️ open access paper journals.sagepub.com/doi/epu…
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Villa Park has been selected in the FA’s Euro 2028 bid 🏟️ This is fantastic news for Birmingham & the West Midlands, continuing our strong track record of hosting & attracting international sporting events 👏🏻 It’s coming home to the WM at the very least ⚽️🏆
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It's nearly here! The first ever #WorldMusicTherapyWeek is NEXT WEEK - we will be sharing information about the benefits of #MusicTherapy, new blogs, resources and more! Be sure to tag us & @WFMTinfowith all the ways you'll be marking #WorldMusicTherapyWeek and we'll RT!
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This from @TheSimonGilbert follows on from the Charity Commission confirming to me last week that they too are on the Trust’s case. Whether it’s the NAO, Charity Commission, or City Council, there must be a proper investigation into what has gone wrong. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cyd6…
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👇 Happening next Monday 👇 ➡️ Tools Use OCN Level 1 Training Course 🗓️ Monday 20th March - Friday 24th March Learn more 👉 wolvesworkbox.com/events/
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Today isn't "Blue Monday", it is "Brew Monday" - the perfect time to reach out and offer a cuppa and a chat to someone you think needs one. Your local @Samaritans will be giving out teabags and biscuits at some local train stations - say hello if you see us 👋☕️💚
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Next Tuesday from 10am, join the Youth Hub team at @TheWayYouthZone for their latest Jobs Fair. ➡️ Meet employers ➡️ Learn about local job opportunities 👉 wolvesworkbox.com/events/
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📢 Missed the last Jobs Fair? Don't worry. There is another one happening on the 8th November at @TheWayYouthZone. You will get to: ➡️ Talk with employers ➡️ Learn about upcoming opportunities ➡️ Find out about further training and work experience
If you’re thinking #BHM think British histories. Rosa Parks? try Paul Stevenson instead. Angela Davis & MLK? Maybe Altheia Jones-LeCointe & Darcus Howe. Underground Railroad?The Maroons. Want to talk about Frederick Douglass? Focus on Equiano & Ignatius Sancho
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We’re helping everyone with their bills this winter. Find out what you will receive.

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Over the weekend I hosted a conversation with @THEREALGHETTS as part of Newham Black History Month events. It was great to chop it up with another Newham local! Humble n down to earth brother 👊🏾💙
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Don't miss the first of our IG takeovers with @Keezus4 tomorrow, who is speaking to a range of black #BritishBasketball pioneers for a Black History Month series 📲 Tune in at 3:00PM!
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