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September Newsletter

BUD September Newsletter – BUD is BUDDING!  September has flown by so quickly with so much news to share!  Here is a brief summary of some of the projects we’ve been working on!  ELEVATE! We held wonderful workshops with our great Peer-to-Peer network. They delivered workshops around Demystifying Investment, Powerful Storytelling and much more. Through …

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Elevate Peer-to-Peer Networking Event

Elevated through Peer-to-Peer Networking.   “Together we are stronger” “Inspired” “Connected” “Confident”.   At BUD we hosted a fantastic event aimed at bringing together businesses and create and promote shared values and goals. The event was electric and full of great activities and workshops that inspired and encouraged many to seek for skills outside of their community.  …

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Community Leaders in Motion – Michelle Killington  

Across the country, there are thousands of community leaders working relentlessly to create a better future for those around them.   Community Leaders in Motion (aka CLiM), is a 2-year collaboration with the social change agency, funded by Impact on Urban Health.    We want to provide practical and financial help and support to community-led groups …

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Grants and Proposals Guide for Community Businesses and Organisations – Free download

In 2019, as part of the ‘Empowering Places’ programme, BUD partnered with the fantastic people at Co-operatives UK, Centre4 and Power to Change to help connect Community Businesses with opportunities to grow and develop.  “Over the past five years the Empowering Places programme, funded by Power to Change and delivered in partnership with Co-operatives UK, …

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Emma Cain – “I had to stand my ground, and say to them to you need to show me a bit of respect” 

As part of our Empowering Women in Construction podcast series, we’re broadcasting stories from amazing women across the country. On this week’s episode, we spoke to Emma Cain.  Emma is an Operative currently working with Tarmac, and has worked in the industry since 2019. She is currently nominated for the ‘Top 100 Most Influential Women …

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Megan Haslam – “As more women get into those rooms, and get into those conversations, more people will realise the benefits”

As part of our Empowering Women in Construction podcast series, we’re broadcasting stories from amazing women across the country. On this week’s episode, we spoke to Megan Haslam. Megan Haslam, Source: https://awards.ciob.org/project/megan-haslam/ Megan has worked for Sir Robert McAlpine for 6 years, and has recently started as a Sustainability Manager. She is also a Chartered Construction …

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Empowering Women in Construction – “We Should Have A Workforce Which Represents The Society We Serve”

As part of our Empowering Women in Construction podcast series, we’re broadcasting stories from amazing women across the country. On this week’s episode, we spoke to Civil Engineer and Author Paula McMahon, who is the Regional Supervising Officer for Sir Robert McAlpine.  Paula has also contributed to several events promoting diversity, such as the WES …

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