Children in Need training
27 June 2019
“Two members of our team attended training provided by Children in Need yesterday (26th June) where we received guidance in conducting monitoring and evaluation for our Outreach Project for 16-19 year olds. The day was very engaging and was invaluable in helping us to streamline our approach. The focus of the day was “Your Difference” and we were reminded of how much our work makes a difference in children and young peoples’ lives, and how that contributes to the wider work that Children in Need are funding nationwide.” Jess Hubbard
Currently recruiting : Performance and Contracts Manager
24 June 2019
Visit our Vacancies page for further information on this new post.
Jigsaw at Dereham
20 June 2019
“Two members of the Jigsaw Team had a great time this morning at Dereham CofE Junior Academy, talking to four Year 6 classes about online safety and consent. We played our famous “toothpaste game” to show the children how difficult it is to get back personal information and images once they have been put online, and we used this fantastic resource to help us teach them about consent : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3nhM9UlJjc. The classes engaged brilliantly and it was a delight to work with them.” Jessica Hubbard
Volunteering Opportunities
19 June 2019
We are always looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to join our team. In return for your support we provide our volunteers with a robust induction and ongoing training in all areas. All volunteers will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Check out our Get Involved page for more information, & complete our application form. We are currently recruiting. Thank you.
DONATE
13 June 2019
To donate £1, text MAGDA001 to 70201 To donate £3, text MAGDA001 to 70331 To donate £5, text MAGDA001 to 70970 To donate £10, text MAGDA001 to 70191 Thank you! Fundraising, payments and donations will be processed and administered by the National Funding Scheme (Charity No: 1149800), operating as DONATE. Texts will be charged at your standard network rate. For terms & conditions, see www.easydonate.org
Naloxone training
12 June 2019
"Today a number of The Magdalene Group team got involved in some Naloxone training provided by Haydn Orford, Prevention and Harm Reduction Worker, Change, Grow, Live (CGL) Norfolk. We learnt about Naloxone, how it can help a person who has overdosed on opioids, and how to administer it if necessary. This was some really interesting and potentially lifesaving training. " Tabitha, Therapeutic Practitioner
Volunteers’ Week
07 June 2019
This #VolunteersWeek Amber has kindly shared her experience of volunteering with us; thanks so much Amber for all you do! "I love volunteering and doing outreach as we get to engage with some of the most marginalized women with respect and warmth, it's very rewarding." Amber Green
Thursday 6th June: Feedback Mental Health conference on Loneliness and Isolation
07 June 2019
"This Thursday I attended an amazing conference organised by Feedback Mental Health. The morning consisted of 8 incredible speakers who spoke about their own experiences of mental health, isolation and loneliness. They gave such powerful testimonies and the main aim was to humanise and de-stigmatise mental health through telling people's stories. There were some very poignant messages from the day, including the importance of a sense of belonging and being able to hold space for people, whilst working with those suffering with their mental health. It was an inspiring day and I have certainly taken away a lot from all the speakers. Great to see so many speakers and charities from across Norfolk as well!" Abbie Haines. (Left to Right : speakers are : Vincent Harrison, Sue Willgoss, Katherine Gilmartin, Josh Connolly, Ivan Humble and Tod Sullivan.)
Beyond the Streets conference
03 June 2019
Suzi, our CEO, is attending the Beyond the Streets conference, currently taking place in London at The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine. "Today we kick off the #LeadersGathering - leaders from thirty of our affiliated projects that respond to #SexualExploitation across the UK gathered at @RKSFLondon to share, support & strategise for the next two days. Didn't know about our Affiliate Network?.... We run a membership network of faith-based projects who are responding to sexual exploitation in communities across the UK. Through events, training and a quarterly briefing we share good practice on supporting women to exit sexual exploitation. There are currently 35 projects in the network, the majority represented with us for the #LeadersGathering!" It is at The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine
Volunteers’ Week
31 May 2019
Volunteers’ Week is a chance to say thank you for the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK. It takes place 1st - 7th June every year and celebrates volunteering in all its diversity. We would like to thank all of those who have volunteered with The Magdalene Group over the past twelve months - whether driving for our outreach service, or hosting drop-in afternoons - we are so grateful for your time & energy & enthusiasm & commitment! For more, visit : https://volunteersweek.org/