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2025: A Year to Inspire Health and Connection

6Jan

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2025: A Year to Inspire Health and Connection

The New Year is here—a fresh start, a blank canvas, and 365 opportunities to create a brighter, healthier future for our communities. At SheInspires, we’re stepping into 2025 with an unwavering commitment to transforming lives through health, empowerment, and connection. This January, we’re proud to launch HealthConnect, a groundbreaking initiative in partnership with Kildonan House Surgery and funded by NHS England. These four events aren’t just about health checks and flu jabs—they’re about breaking barriers, building trust, and bringing healthcare to where it’s needed most. At our first Health Connected event, the stories were powerful. Women shared how work, time, and cultural hurdles had kept them from vital health services like smear tests for over a deca...

Let’s Talk Money – Financial Wellbeing for Women

30Dec

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Let’s Talk Money – Financial Wellbeing for Women

Led by Gulnaz Brennan, a passionate advocate for financial literacy for women, and co-founder Ray Hanks, *Let’s Talk Money* is a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering women, the elderly, and survivors of domestic abuse. Supported by a team of seasoned practitioners, this project is deeply rooted in community needs and shaped by the experiences and feedback of those we aim to support. We are grateful to the National Lottery Community Fund for their support, which will enable us to continue this vital work for the next two years. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrpkbRWwTi8 https://sheinspiresfoundation.org.uk/letstalkmoney

Taste of Bolton: Connecting Communities Through Food

30Dec

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Taste of Bolton: Connecting Communities Through Food

Thanks to the incredible support of the National Lottery Community Fund, Taste of Bolton is bringing our town’s people together like never before. Food is more than just what’s on our plates—it’s a powerful tool for connection, understanding, and unity. This exciting 18-20 month project celebrates Bolton’s rich diversity, offering a safe and welcoming space where women from all walks of life can share culinary traditions, learn new skills, and build friendships that last a lifetime. Through food and storytelling, we are breaking barriers, tackling misconceptions, and creating open conversations that strengthen our community. Here’s what’s cooking in Taste of Bolton: Cook & Chat Sessions: Gatherings, in-person and online, where participants share recipes, bo...

Saving Threads CIC raises £40,000 for Bolton charities

9Dec

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Saving Threads CIC raises £40,000 for Bolton charities

A community interest company (CIC) set up by two women based in Bolton has won a prestigious award for their dedication to the community. Saving Threads CIC was set up by Rachel Craven, 37, and Leander Moore, 38, during lockdown in 2020. The organisation has raised more than £40,000 for a number of borough charities, including Fortalice and Bolton Hospice. Rachel, who works as a manager in the NHS’s therapy service, said: “We began raising money during lockdown for our friend’s daughter, who was being cared for in Ronald McDonald House in Manchester. Full Story on Bolton News

Celebrating a Decade of Inspiration: The 10th Annual SheInspires Awards

27Nov

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Celebrating a Decade of Inspiration: The 10th Annual SheInspires Awards

On the evening of November 21st, 2024, something extraordinary unfolded at the Bolton Stadium Hotel. More than 500 guests gathered in person, joined by thousands more online from across the globe, to celebrate the 10th Annual SheInspires Awards. It was a moment of reflection, celebration, and forward-looking ambition as we marked a decade of shining a light on women’s achievements locally, nationally, and internationally. What started as a humble event under the banner of Women in Neighbourhoods has blossomed into a global movement. Over the years, the SheInspires Awards have celebrated the accomplishments of women from 41 countries, offering a platform to tell their stories and amplify their impact. This year, women traveled to Bolton from as far as Australia a...

Celebrating Excellence: Eagley School House Nurseries and the Inspirational Leadership of Julie Robinson

12Nov

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Celebrating Excellence: Eagley School House Nurseries and the Inspirational Leadership of Julie Robinson

Julie Robinson Eagley School House Nurseries has long stood as a beacon of excellence in early education within the Bolton community. With consistently outstanding ratings from Ofsted, the nursery is celebrated for its dedication to providing children with a nurturing and high-quality learning environment. However, what truly distinguishes Eagley is its commitment to fostering good values and strong relationships with both parents and the broader community. Through their holistic approach, children are not only taught academic skills but are also instilled with core values such as kindness, respect, and responsibility. At the heart of this incredible work is Julie Robinson, the nursery’s founder and owner. Julie is an inspirational leader and a true pillar of the Bolton community...

A Tribute to Stacey Withington: A Life Lived in Full Bloom

16Oct

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A Tribute to Stacey Withington: A Life Lived in Full Bloom

Stacey Withington came into our lives in early 2022, joining the She Inspires family as a finalist in the Fitness and Well-being category. From the moment we met her, she exuded a vibrant energy that drew everyone in. When Stacey was sent her time slot for the judging panel, she requested to be moved to the last slot because of a hospital appointment. We didn’t think much of it at the time and were happy to accommodate her. But when she arrived at the judging panel, she delivered news that left us all stunned. Stacey had just come from that hospital appointment, and doctors had told her she had cancer. I’ll never forget the silence that followed her words. We were sitting there with our panel of judges—Councillor Andy Morgan, Sharon Martin from Bolton NHS, and Dr. Chandeena Roshanla...

A Celebration of Women, Words, and Legacy: Sue France’s Lasting Impact on Literary Lunches

11Oct

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A Celebration of Women, Words, and Legacy: Sue France’s Lasting Impact on Literary Lunches

I had the absolute pleasure of attending Sue France’s last literary lunch, and what an event it was! Sue, a previous SheInspires winner and a brilliant force within our community, orchestrated a gathering that was nothing short of inspiring. The room was filled with extraordinary women—writers, emerging authors, and creatives—all with stories to tell and dreams to share. The speakers were phenomenal, and hearing Donna Ashworth’s poetry live was simply magical. The event was a showcase of women making a real difference. Sue’s remarkable ability to bring together such inspiring voices is a true testament to her networking prowess. SheInspires is fortunate to have Sue as a part of our community, and her continued impact, especially as a judge on this year’s events and hospital...

SheInspires launches with networking celebration lunch

24Sep

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SheInspires launches with networking celebration lunch

A celebration of inspirational women has got underway in Bolton with a special networking lunch recently. SheInspires brought together distinguished judges, inspiring finalists, and esteemed guests before the red carpet event later this year. The lunch attracted around 100 people with the morning dedicated to the judging process for this year's awards following by a panel discussion comprising of Ray Hanks, Sue France, Gulnaz Brennan and Jackie Hyde. Since its inception, the SheInspires Awards has been dedicated to shining a spotlight on women whose passion, dedication, and innovation inspire others and make a significant impact in their communities. Over the years, the prestigious event has celebrated countless stories of courage, leadership, and empowerment...

Zara’s World Challenge Expedition to Nepal

3Sep

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Zara’s World Challenge Expedition to Nepal

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] When I first heard about the World Challenge expedition to Nepal in Summer 2024, I knew I had to be part of it. The idea of exploring a new culture and contributing to meaningful work immediately appealed to me, so I committed to raising the necessary funds. I worked tirelessly, offering household help to neighbors and relatives, organizing a bake sale at my dad’s office, selling unwanted clothes, and even sacrificing my birthday funds. The support I received from everyone around me made it possible for me to embark on this life-changing journey. Screenshot As the summer approached, our group prepared for the adventure ahead. After getting our immunizati...