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You’re Invited to the 2nd Annual Breakfast with Family and Friends Fundraiser! Join us for an inspiring morning filled with engaging discussions, delicious food, and a chance to connect with local leaders in healthcare, elected officials, and community voices. Also hear stories from individuals how H&S Outreach Programs have been impactful in the lives of our seniors and underserved individuals. This is an event you don’t want to miss! Let’s come together to support our community and explore opportunities for positive change. Your presence matters, and we can’t wait to see you there.

The Thari Programme is implemented by Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation partner entity, Adopt-a-School Foundation. Since launching as a pilot in eight Botshabelo schools, including four high schools and their feeder primary schools, Thari has made a tangible difference. Over 900 learners and caregivers have received counselling and early support. Schools report improved learner attendance, fewer behavioural incidents, and increased referrals of abuse cases to professional services. The Thari Programme offers a lifeline for vulnerable children and families. Thari is a strategic intervention rooted in healing and protection with a holistic approach that rests on three pillars: • Psychosocial support for learners and families • Multi-sectoral forums to respond to cases of abuse • Safe parks for vulnerable women and children #Dynamic #Building #Inclusive #Empowered #Society

At 81, Madam Aminah has lived independently since 2004. While her sons visit her a few times a week, much of her daily companionship comes from the Lions Befrienders Active Ageing Centre. There, she enjoys Bingo sessions, field trips, and homecooked meals with friends – activities that keep her engaged and socially connected. This fulfilling routine is only possible because of the dedication of DBS People of Purpose volunteers like Sharon Sim and her colleagues. Partnering with Lions Befrienders, Sharon and her team saw an urgent need to support socially-isolated seniors, especially those from lower-income backgrounds. They mobilised colleagues for door-to-door outreach, checking in on elderly residents and encouraging them to participate in active ageing programmes. Recognising that mobility challenges made grocery shopping difficult for some seniors, they also packed and distributed essential food bundles. For Sharon, this initiative was just one part of a larger mission. In 2023, she spearheaded a year-long programme leveraging her colleagues' skills to equip over 100 vulnerable individuals with digital literacy. From empowering disadvantaged women with digital learning to introducing children from lower-income families to Gen AI and mentoring youth with disabilities, the initiative reflected her belief that meaningful engagement comes from supporting others. Her passion for inclusion and empowerment is deeply tied to her role as Vice President of People Engagement and Communications, where she champions gender and social inclusion. It is also shaped by an early lesson from her mentor. At the start of her career, Sharon once spoke out at a forum, challenging a statement made by the speaker. Expecting praise, she was instead advised by her mentor to be more tactful. “Good communication isn’t just about being right – it’s about being respectful and choosing the right time to share your point of view.” That wisdom has guided her leadership style ever since. Today, Sharon not only empowers the vulnerable but also uplifts women in her own department, helping them thrive in a male-dominated tech industry. “I’ve been fortunate to meet many inspiring women who took a chance on me, and I hope to continue their legacy through my work at DBS,” Sharon shared. --- Learn more about DBS' employee volunteer movement and our bank-wide effort to tackle the urgent challenges of ageing societies at https://go.dbs.com/4jp5a4O . #LifeatDBS #DBSPeopleofPurpose #volunteering #inclusion #WomenInTech

Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, joy, and giving back as we celebrate 25 years of dedicated service. We’re excited to honor the incredible work and accomplishments made possible by our commitment to supporting Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing individuals. Our programs help empower people to lead more independent, fulfilling lives—and your support makes that possible. This year marks a special milestone: the 25th anniversary of our Day Hab Program. We invite you to participate in this meaningful celebration as we reflect on our journey, recognize our progress, and raise vital funds to continue our mission. Tickets are $250 per guest. Spots are limited; get your tickets today!

For the third year, Biddulph Town Council has pulled together an incredible group of organisations in our town to create a programme of warm spaces, free food and support with social isolation and loneliness. We call this partnership 'Biddulph Works Together'. We share ideas about how to improve services for people in our town, and we pass on key information about changes to policies or services that may affect our customers. It is such a positive group- all working for the benefit of our community. There is no shame in having some money troubles or in feeling lonely. There are lovely people in this town who will help you and make you feel better. They don't judge, they don't discriminate, they work for you. Please just ask. This is the timetable of activities that is taking place this Winter. Many of you will have a paper copy with your Biddulph Times, but there are extra paper copies at the Town Hall and other venues within the town. #gardentownofstaffordshire #biddulphworkstogether #community

In the Nest of dawn’s soft glow, we gather close, roots sinking low. Nurtured hands hold us tight, beneath the Earth’s patient light. Together we Flourish and grow, like flowers in spring’s gentle flow. Love’s quiet hum, steady and deep, binding us strong in its keep.