With the majority of young people still learning from home, they will be spending more time online doing their college work, playing games or socialising. Technology is hugely valuable for education, as well as a way to keep in touch with friends and family. However it’s important we all consider how we can help keep young people safer online during this lockdown, and always. Here’s some information about what your child may enjoy online and what you can do to help keep them safer...
LGBT+ History Month is an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson. LGBT+ History Month provides role models, builds community, and represents a civil rights statement about the contributions of the LGBT+ community...
Chinese New Year will take place on the 12th February this year, commencing the Year of the Ox! We have accumulated some resources here to celebrate this tradition during lockdown, and appreciate the culture from which this originates.
This week’s activities are to raise awareness and to promote the message of good mental health and wellbeing for all. 17 February is also the Random Acts of Kindness Day. Even the smallest act of kindness can change a life. In 2021 we encourage everyone to Explore the Good and Make Kindness the Norm.