Over the last year we have run multiple programmes supporting people across diverse communities in Bury, Stockport, Manchester and Trafford to gain skills, confidence and access to networks. Courses across each area have combined: Over the past 9 months more than 300 people have engaged in opportunities and events including our Christmas Bazaar, Multicultural Christmas event, […]
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A Year of Connection, Confidence and Community – Flourish Together’s 2025 Highlights
As the year comes to an end, we’re looking back on 2025 and the growth, connection, and community impact it brought. Across Greater Manchester and beyond, Flourish Together has continued to support and encourage women’s leadership, well-being, enterprise, and personal development, and this past year’s achievements speak to the strength of our collective effort. From […]
CHANGEMAKER OF THE MONTH – December
Celebrating Val Hogan of Verve Community CIC and Leigh’s Tearoom & Community Hub Val Hogan is the founder of Verve Community CIC and Leigh’s Tearoom & Community Hub, organisations built on kindness, community, and a determination to reduce vulnerability. Her career began in the Television and Broadcast industry, working with major manufacturers such as Sony […]
CHANGEMAKER OF THE MONTH – November
Claire Ferguson of Wild Lotus Wellbeing This month, we’re thrilled to spotlight Claire Ferguson, a passionate educator, therapist, and community builder whose journey through multiple careers has led her to create spaces of healing and connection. A Journey of Many Lives Claire’s path has been anything but conventional. From hospitality to teaching design and technology, […]
CHANGEMAKER OF THE MONTH – October
Changemaker of the Month: Mary Olanrewaju This October, we’re proud to celebrate Mary Olanrewaju—an extraordinary SEND educationist, counsellor, life coach, and community trainer—whose work is transforming lives across the UK and Nigeria. Mary is the founder of Equal Education Chances (EEC), a charity committed to inclusive education and social change. Her journey began with a […]
CHANGEMAKER OF THE MONTH – September✨
This month Flourish is proud to celebrate Kirsty Galloway, founder of Yellow Beacon CIC, bringing mindfulness to underserved communities in Greater Manchester to aid mental health and wellbeing. Kirsty participated in our 2022 Time to Grow programme to help consolidate her business ideas and get started with her social enterprise. After participating in the end […]