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Taste of Bolton: Stirring Stories, Sharing Flavours, Celebrating Us

Taste of Bolton: Stirring Stories, Sharing Flavours, Celebrating Us

In a town built on graft and grit, food has always been more than nourishment — it’s been a conversation, a comfort, and a quiet kind of poetry passed from one generation to the next. And now, for the first time in years, Bolton’s kitchens are speaking again — in the pages of Taste of Bolton, a new recipe book that celebrates who we are, where we’ve come from, and where we’re going. Created and curated by Gulnaz Brennan — the visionary behind SheInspires and the woman responsible for previous community recipe books that honoured Bolton’s stories through food — this book is…
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Welcome to the Founder’s Journal

Welcome to the Founder’s Journal

By Gulnaz Brennan This is where the heartbeat of She Inspires lives between the headlines. The Founder’s Journal is my space to reflect, share, and sometimes simply pause. Here, you'll find stories that don’t always make the stage — moments behind the scenes, thoughts on leadership, community, resilience, and the quiet revolutions led by women every single day. You’ll also find The Judging Diaries, a weekly glimpse into the vibrant, unpredictable, and deeply human world of our awards judging process — from early morning Zoom calls to the powerful stories of our finalists. Whether it’s a letter to our community, a…
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SheInspires Global Community Connect – Join Us Online!

SheInspires Global Community Connect – Join Us Online!

We’re delighted to invite you to our very first SheInspires Global Community Connect — a virtual event created especially for our global community of finalists, judges, nominees and sponsors who couldn’t attend the in-person event in June.  Date: Tuesday, 8th July 2025  Time: 3:30 PM (UK time)  Location: Online via Zoom  Free to attend – registration required  Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FBDB With SheInspires now reaching women across 41 countries, this online space offers a chance to:  Connect with others from the global SheInspires network  Understand the SheInspires Awards judging process  Explore what the judging criteria really mean  Ask questions and feel confident about the journey ahead The judging framework…
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Judging with Heart: Why the She Inspires Judges’ Meet is More Than Just a Meeting

Judging with Heart: Why the She Inspires Judges’ Meet is More Than Just a Meeting

There are moments in the She Inspires journey that quietly hold everything together — and our annual Judges’ Meet is one of them. This year’s gathering was more than a date in the diary. It was a celebration of shared purpose, a reaffirmation of community values, and a space to hold the sacred work of judging with care, clarity, and heart. With over 90 remarkable people in the room — finalists, judges, exhibitors, supporters — the energy was unmistakable. What brought us together wasn’t just process. It was trust. Trust is the cornerstone of She Inspires. With over 100 judges involved across all categories, transparency is not a nice-to-have…
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Gulnaz Brennan Named One of the UK’s Most Inspirational Women at Daily Mail Awards 2025

Gulnaz Brennan Named One of the UK’s Most Inspirational Women at Daily Mail Awards 2025

London, UK – June 2025 Founder of the She Inspires Foundation, Gulnaz Brennan, has been honoured as one of the five most inspirational women in the UK at the prestigious Daily Mail Women of Inspiration Awards 2025, in partnership with Marks & Spencer. The awards, now in their third year, celebrate exceptional women from across the nation who are leading positive change in their communities. Held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, the glittering gala event was curated by journalist James Campbell and hosted by renowned broadcaster Nina Hossain. Guests were treated to an evening of celebration, connection, and storytelling — all…
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The Power of Speaking Up: An Evening at Speakeasy

The Power of Speaking Up: An Evening at Speakeasy

There are some events that go beyond the schedule, the speaker list, or the venue — they stay with you. Speakeasy, beautifully hosted by Katie Webster and Sue France, is one of those rare gems. An independent, heart-led evening built on connection, courage, and the untamed magic of women sharing their stories. The format is beautifully simple: a room full of women, and a series of 10-minute storytelling slots. No slides, no sales — just real voices, speaking from the heart. And what voices they were. Funny, raw, bold, moving. Each story reminded me just how powerful it is when we speak up — and how…
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RISE 2025: A New Chapter in Women’s Leadership and Belonging

RISE 2025: A New Chapter in Women’s Leadership and Belonging

SheInspires Launches Groundbreaking Leadership Conference Rooted in Connection, Access, and Community Manchester, UK – 24 June 2025 — On Monday, 23rd June, over 100 people gathered at The Midland Hotel in Manchester to witness a long-held vision come to life — the inaugural RISE 2025: Women Leading the Future conference, presented by SheInspires. What began as a scribble in the margins of a notebook quietly stepped into the world as a full-day conference focused on belonging, leadership, visibility, and access. With nearly 60 contributors, the day included panel discussions, roundtables, curated one-to-one sessions, and meaningful moments of connection. But RISE was never about numbers. It was…
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JULY–AUGUST: SHEINSPIRES JUDGING SEASON UNDERWAY

JULY–AUGUST: SHEINSPIRES JUDGING SEASON UNDERWAY

Finalists, Judges, and a Glimpse Behind the Scenes of the 2025 Awards The SheInspires Awards 2025 has entered one of its most pivotal stages — Judging Season. Taking place across July and August, this period is the backbone of the awards process, bringing together more than 90 expert judges, over 300 finalists, and a shared mission: to recognise, uplift, and celebrate women of impact across the UK and beyond. From coordinating dozens of panels to arranging hundreds of interviews, the process is both intricate and inspiring. Judges from across sectors and communities come together to assess nominees with fairness, care, and…
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Book Launch: Autism, Anorexia and Me – A Story of Courage, Connection, and Healing

Book Launch: Autism, Anorexia and Me – A Story of Courage, Connection, and Healing

In the elegant setting of the Mayor’s Parlour this afternoon, we gathered to celebrate the launch of a remarkable and deeply moving book: Autism, Anorexia and Me, co-authored by 18-year-old Grace Robinson and her mother, Julie Robinson. The atmosphere was filled with warmth, empathy, and quiet admiration. Though Grace did not speak publicly, her voice—clear, honest, and brave—came through powerfully in her writing. The book tells the story of her experience with autism and anorexia, tracing how the isolation and disruption of the Covid-19 lockdown deeply impacted her mental health. She writes candidly about losing her ability to connect with the…
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Because You Matter: Honouring Life and Protecting Love During Dying Matters Awareness Week

Because You Matter: Honouring Life and Protecting Love During Dying Matters Awareness Week

Every May, Dying Matters Awareness Week encourages us to have honest, heartfelt conversations about death, dying, and grief—conversations that many of us find difficult, but deeply necessary. This week is a reminder that while death is part of life, it’s also something we can prepare for with intention, compassion, and care. For me, this is more than a topic—it’s personal. I’ve experienced the deep, life-altering pain of losing loved ones, including my wonderful mother. Losing her changed everything. It made me realise how fragile life is, and how important it is to plan for what we so often avoid talking about. Why…
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