Tackling racism and discrimination are key to helping business in the north-east of England thrive, according to a report bbc.in/3W9P6dk

We talk a lot about cultivating spaces for self-acceptance and being a home for those who've experienced Othering because its at the core of of who we are. Today we are passing the mic to our community so you to hear about it in their words ❤

Millions of children across the UK are in poverty, going to bed cold & waking up hungry. But scrapping the cruel 2 child benefit cap could help change that. Sign the petition to call on Keir Starmer to lift this cap & help make the UK a kinder place: 38d.gs/2gfd

After 4 years of progress, LocalMotion secures £18.4 million investment from five original funders. This investment ensures our six Places can continue to fulfil their unique visions for addressing the challenges faced within their communities. bit.ly/4f2m2wV

It was uplifting to be part of the many people who turned up to clean up the mess and distraction that was caused by the thuggery behaviour of the few individuals. Middlesbrough will always bounce back better and stronger together.

🌟🌟A story of hope this Monday morning🌟🌟 💪We’re re-doubling our efforts to support and celebrate orgs like John’s through Steps to Togetherness. Contact us to support, partner or generally be involved. Or make sure you’re on our mailing list: civilsocietyconsulting.co.uk/keep-in-touch

We are at the best when we work together as equal partners.

This is our story of hope

How a study tackling health inequalities is encouraging more Black men to get checked for prostate cancer sunderland.ac.uk/more/news/univ… Dr Floor Christie-de Jong University of Sunderland University of Glasgow Teesside University UBUNTU MULTICULTURAL CENTRE CIC Fuse ProstateCancerResearch Milan Radosavljevic UoS Research

🤔🤷🏽‍♀️ How can we create a culture of peace in the UK? ...From the bottom up!! ☝️🆙🔝🌱 Here's to #WorldPeaceDay - have a watch of this and let us know if you share our vision. Lisa Nandy MP Kim Leadbeater MBE MP @MayorOfLondon Andy Burnham

Boosting this for visibility: There are plenty of ways in which we can all work together to make Middlesbrough a better, safer town for us all to live in. Find out how you can do your part via the attached infographic from MiddlesbroughCouncil and Cleveland Police

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Despite 🚗 trouble, road diversions & lost house keys, nothing could hold back the energy from our night at the 2nd Sticks and Stones Studios Black Business Community Awards in #Teesside! Chanttelle, Claire, and I showed up to celebrate & support this fantastic event, reconnecting… #TribeTesi

I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2025. #merrychristmas #middlesbrough #happynewyear2025 #newportward #Uganda #unitedkingdom #happyholidays

I will be happy if you or any other friends of Ubuntu Multicultural Centre you know, can complete this survey. surveymonkey.com/r/JS8CJNK

Fuse researchers from University of Sunderland and Teesside University have been awarded more than half a million pounds for a new study which aims to tackle health inequalities in Black communities. Congratulations to Fuse Associate Director Dr Floor Christie-de Jong and team⬇️ fuse.ac.uk/news/researche…

Union Village Welcome Event (NEWPORT WARD) It was wonderful to attend the welcome event hosted by Thirteen’s Resilience team welcoming the first tenants who will be moving into Thirteen’s new development, Union Village, Gresham this February.

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Today we celebrate Africa Day — a tribute to the rich cultures, resilient spirit, and shared dreams of a continent that continues to shape the world. Here’s to unity, progress, and the power of African voices. 🌍✊🏿 #AfricaDay #AfricaUnite #ProudlyAfrican

What a day at Goals, Middlesbrough! ⚽️ Proud to play in the 16th Annual Refugee Football Tournament for #RefugeeWeek2025. Huge thanks to @justicefirststockton @britishredcross (amazing food!) & all who made it happen. Community, solidarity & resistance 💛 #RefugeesWelcome