We have two exhibitions marking Islamophobia Awareness Month this November.
The first, ‘Stop Islamophobia’ raises awareness of Islamophobic Narratives. This will run until Friday 15th November.
The second, ‘Echoes of Belonging’ celebrates the talents of Muslim members of our community, and others in the Refugee and Asylim Seeker community who are frequently affected by Islamophobia regardless of personal belief. The work was created as part of Photo Weston in collaboration with internationally recognised photographer Michal Iwanowski, following his recent ‘Go Home, Polish’ photographic project.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 12pm to 5pm
NOVEMBER EVENTS
WATCH TOGETHER: Better Way - NHS Engaging with communities roundtable
Tues 05 Nov, 10am to 12pm
Better Way was commissioned to help 16 ICBs to help improve their community engagement. Join RENS for this presentation of their findings.
WATCH TOGETHER: Co-Production in Action, Unlocking the Potential of Human Learning Systems
Tues 19 Nov, 1pm to 2.30pm
How co-production can enhance human-centered, learning-focussed and systems-oriented public service.
Building a Community Asset Base: Second Public Meeting
Tues 19 Nov, 5pm to 7pm
This second public meeting will provide a progress update, including more detailed discussion of the residential options being considered. All welcome, no booking needed. A vegetarian supper will be provided.
Click here for further information and to see the PPT presentation that formed the basis of discussions.
WATCH TOGETHER: A new system of public service
Wed 20 Nov, 12pm to 2pm
A case study of transformative work being done in the Clackmannanshire family wellbeing partnership.
WATCH TOGETHER: Exploring Better Way Principles
Wed 20 Nov, 2pm to 3.30pm
Better Way is a network of people working together to build strong communities and make society fairer.
Echoes of Belonging: Exhibition Opening
Wed 20 Nov, 4pm to 7pm
Don’t miss our exhibition opening! We are delighted that Michal Iwanowski will be joining us to give a talk about how he came to create his ‘Go Home, Polish’ photographic project and his reflections on the meaning of ‘home’. A vegetarian supper will be provided.
WATCH TOGETHER: Human Learning Systems, Insights Series Launch Event
Mon 25 Nov, 2pm to 4pm
New approaches to the delivery of public services.
REGULAR EVENTS
Housing Support Drop In
Every Thursday from 2pm to 3pm
A drop-in session for anyone who is having housing difficulties.
Bhakti Basics – Krishna Consciousness in Weston-super-Mare
Every Sunday, 1pm to 3pm
A group of people from all walks of life who come together for an afternoon of Devotional Music (Kirtan), Mantra Meditation, a short discourse on Krishna Consciousness and a Vegetarian Meal.
The focus is on community and all are welcome. No previous experience or knowledge needed.
Free event, no booking is needed.
CURRENT PROJECTS
Greening The Other Place
Thanks to Sirona Foundation, we’re creating exciting new growing spaces in the front entrance, in the meeting room and in our back yard. We’ll be growing edible plants and, thanks to our expert team, the design will include innovative integrated composting and self-watering systems.
Would you like to help make the planting troughs or plan the planting? We’re also looking for volunteers who can help us care for all the plants. If you would like to get involved, please do get in touch.
Our public living room is open every afternoon, on weekdays (2pm-5pm, Monday to Friday). Come and relax, help yourself to a cuppa from our community kitchen and have a chat. We’d love to see you. (We’ve also joined the excellent Camerados movement. Find out more and spread the word!)