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Unique Hub: Foster Inclusion With Diverse Offer

Friday 4th October 2024

Blog written by Unique Community Hub for Active Calderdale


At Unique Community Hub, we are thrilled to share the latest updates on our transformative projects that aim to foster inclusion, promote physical activity, and build connections within our community.

Building on the success of our summer Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) initiative, we are continuing our SEND Project. This term, we are excited to introduce a weekly session during term time, alongside additional sessions during school half-terms.

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Creating Inclusive Opportunities: Women’s Activity Centre Empowers South Asian Women in Halifax

Friday 4th October 2024

Nestled in the heart of Park Ward, Halifax, the Women’s Activity Centre (WAC) is a female-only day care service dedicated to supporting the physical and mental well-being of South Asian women aged 50 and above. Many of these women face social isolation and deprivation due to cultural sensitivities, and the Centre has become a vital lifeline for them.

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Limelight Theatre School: Dancing into Fitness

Friday 4th October 2024

Limelight Theatre School has long been a cherished fixture in Calderdale, supporting aspiring performers in bringing theatre to life. But recently, they’ve taken on an exciting new role—helping community members get active through engaging exercise sessions.

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Discovering junior parkrun: A Path to Active Fun at People’s Park

Friday 4th October 2024

Looking for a fun, free way for your kids to get active? Look no further than the junior parkrun at People’s Park! Every Sunday at 9 AM, children aged 4 to 14 can join in on a friendly 2k run, creating lasting memories in a beautiful outdoor setting.

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Cornholme Running Wild

Friday 4th October 2024

Cornholme Running Wild was created by a small group of local women passionate about getting active in nature and sharing that experience with local children and adults. The idea grew from a need identified by Calder Community Cares, a local charitable organization, to provide more opportunities for low-income families in the area to engage with the outdoors.

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Litterfree Sowerby Bridge: A Community Making a Difference

Friday 4th October 2024

Litterfree Sowerby Bridge (LFSB) is a group of dedicated residents determined to keep their streets clean and inspire others to care for their local environment. With a clear vision of a cleaner, more engaged community, their motto says it all: Pick up Litter, Protect Nature, Educate Children, Inspire Others.

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