Holding hands.org

Holding hands.org Holding Hands- Supports marginalised women and young people facing multiple barriers. www.holdinghands.org.uk

With culturally sensitive and hand holding support they need, to boost their Confidence & Skills to live their full potentials.

Few days to goAre you getting ready???Join us for ThriveHer Virtual Classes. A 6-weeks power-packed online workshop desi...
29/05/2026

Few days to go

Are you getting ready???

Join us for ThriveHer Virtual Classes. A 6-weeks power-packed online workshop designed to equip women with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools to start and grow a business in the United Kingdom.

📅 Starts Wednesday 3rd June 2026
⏰ 6pm every Wednesday
📍 Virtual

Reserve your spot now!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/turn-your-passion-into-enterprise-thriveher-tickets-1988836549658?aff=oddtdtcreator

Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat today on Eventbrite and take the first step towards becoming a successful business owner.

Today, on Period Poverty Day, we recognise a reality that too many women, girls and families still face in silence.No on...
28/05/2026

Today, on Period Poverty Day, we recognise a reality that too many women, girls and families still face in silence.

No one should have to choose between buying period products, food, heating, transport or other basic needs. Yet for many, period poverty is not just about access to pads or products — it is about dignity, health, confidence, shame, missed school, missed work and feeling unsupported.

At Holding Hands North East CIC, we see these realities within our communities, especially among women, girls, migrant families, single mothers and those facing financial hardship or isolation. We believe that every woman and girl deserves to feel safe, supported and dignified during her period.

Today, we stand with all those affected by period poverty and continue to raise awareness, provide support where we can, and create safe spaces where these conversations are met with compassion, not stigma.

Periods are natural. Period poverty is not.
No girl, woman or family should be held back because of a period.

Empowering people with the skills, confidence and opportunities to thrive.At Holding Hands North East CIC, we are commit...
22/05/2026

Empowering people with the skills, confidence and opportunities to thrive.

At Holding Hands North East CIC, we are committed to building stronger communities by supporting women, young people and families to develop practical skills, confidence and pathways into employment, enterprise, volunteering and community leadership.

Through our empowerment and skill-building programmes, we create trusted, inclusive spaces where people can learn, grow, connect and contribute meaningfully to society.

We are proud to work alongside communities and welcome opportunities to collaborate with councils, commissioners, funders, businesses and partners who share our vision for inclusive growth and stronger local communities.

A heartfelt thank you to The National Lottery Community Fund for supporting this important work and helping us create opportunities that make a lasting difference.

Together, we can build confidence, unlock potential and strengthen communities.

We are delighted to welcome Ayisha to Holding Hands North East CIC as our new Women’s Programme Officer.Ayisha will be s...
20/05/2026

We are delighted to welcome Ayisha to Holding Hands North East CIC as our new Women’s Programme Officer.

Ayisha will be supporting and looking after our women’s programme, helping us continue to create safe, empowering and welcoming spaces for women to connect, build confidence, access support, develop skills and thrive.

This is an exciting step for Holding Hands as we continue to grow our work with women, especially those facing isolation, barriers to opportunity, poverty, migration challenges, low confidence or other life pressures.

Ayisha will be working closely with our women, volunteers, partners and wider community to make sure our programme continues to meet real needs and creates meaningful impact.

Please join us in giving Ayisha a very warm welcome to the Holding Hands family. We are so excited for the journey ahead and the difference she will help us make. 💜

Welcome, Ayisha!
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🚀 Are you ready to turn your passion into a successful enterprise?Join our THRIVEHER: Turn Your Passion into Enterprise ...
19/05/2026

🚀 Are you ready to turn your passion into a successful enterprise?

Join our THRIVEHER: Turn Your Passion into Enterprise 6-week online workshop designed to equip women with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools to start and grow a business in the United Kingdom.

This power-packed and insightful training will cover business ideas, running a business in the UK, building confidence and visibility, real business insights, and creating income with flexibility and purpose.

📅 Starts Wednesday 3rd June 2026
⏰ 6pm every Wednesday
📍 Virtual

Free Training

Reserve your spot now!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/turn-your-passion-into-enterprise-thriveher-tickets-1988836549658?aff=oddtdtcreator

Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat today on Eventbrite and take the first step towards becoming a successful business owner.

Let your passion become your pathway to purpose, confidence, and financial independence. 💜

What a beautiful day of connection, movement, and wellbeing Today, we came together for our Wellbeing Awareness Walk ta...
16/05/2026

What a beautiful day of connection, movement, and wellbeing
Today, we came together for our Wellbeing Awareness Walk taking action for our mental health, one step at a time.

We had meaningful conversations and laughter, it was a reminder that wellbeing matters and no one has to walk alone.

We saw women showing up for themselves, supporting one another, and creating space to pause, breathe, and simply be.

Sometimes, healing looks like movement.
Sometimes, strength looks like community.
And sometimes, the smallest step outdoors can make the biggest difference inside.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made today so special. Together, we are building healthier minds, stronger connections, and a more supported community

Walk together. Feel better. Stronger together. 💜

IT IS TOMORROW🔥🔥🔥Our wellbeing walk is few days away💜 Join Us for Our Wellbeing Walk – Theme: Action 💜This Mental Health...
15/05/2026

IT IS TOMORROW🔥🔥🔥

Our wellbeing walk is few days away

💜 Join Us for Our Wellbeing Walk – Theme: Action 💜

This Mental Health Awareness season, we are choosing action-because taking even one small step can make a big difference to our mental health and wellbeing.
Walking together is more than exercise.

📅 Date: Saturday 16 May 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00am PROMPT!!!
📍 Meet-up point: St Peter’s Gate, Sunderland. ( Please be there at 10:45) 🙏🏾

👕 Dress code: Purple T-shirt

The theme is Action — taking action for our mental health, taking action to support one another, and taking action to build a stronger, healthier community. It’s going to be Hilarious, dont miss it!

Come along, get active, connect with others and support your wellbeing.

Everyone is welcome -bring a friend and let’s walk together. 💜

RSVP: 07312962816

What an inspiring evening in London at the Institute of Directors Spring Networking Event, jointly hosted by IoD Finance...
13/05/2026

What an inspiring evening in London at the Institute of Directors Spring Networking Event, jointly hosted by IoD Finance and FinTech, IoD Africa, and Education & Skills.

It was a great opportunity to connect with professionals, entrepreneurs, consultants and leaders across finance, technology, education and international business.

I had the pleasure of sharing the work we do at Holding Hands — supporting women through safe spaces, peer support, digital skills, enterprise, confidence building and access to opportunities. It was encouraging to meet people who truly understand the importance of women supporting women, especially in areas such as digital inclusion, AI, skills development and community empowerment.

I also had some meaningful conversations with consultants and professionals who are passionate about giving back, and who may be willing to support charities and grassroots organisations through volunteering, mentoring and sharing their expertise.

Events like this remind me of the power of connection, collaboration and opening doors for our communities.

Thank you to the organisers and leaders, Yvonne De Ville, Joel Popoola and Dean Stokes, for creating such a valuable platform.

Our Lived Experience Peer Group Circles have become a powerful hub for connection, healing and hope.For many single mums...
12/05/2026

Our Lived Experience Peer Group Circles have become a powerful hub for connection, healing and hope.

For many single mums facing isolation, financial pressure, trauma, childcare struggles and other barriers, the circles provide a safe space to be heard, understood and supported.

Through shared experiences, encouragement and friendship, women are rebuilding confidence, improving their mental health and remembering they are not alone.

At Holding Hands, we believe healing happens in community — when women come together, they rise together.

💜Join Us for Our Wellbeing Walk –Theme: Action💜Mental Health Awareness week 2026: Theme of the year is Action. Time to ...
07/05/2026

💜Join Us for Our Wellbeing Walk –Theme: Action💜

Mental Health Awareness week 2026: Theme of the year is Action. Time to take Action for better! As one small step can make a big difference to our mental health and wellbeing.

Walking together is more than exercise. It is a chance to connect with others, reduce isolation, enjoy fresh air, have meaningful conversations, and remind ourselves that no one has to face life’s challenges alone.

We invite you, your family, friends and community members to join us for a friendly Wellbeing Walk:

📅 Date: Saturday 16 May 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00am
📍 Meet-up point: St Peter’s Gate, Sunderland
👕 Dress code: Purple T-shirt (not compulsory)

The theme is Action — taking action for our mental health, taking action to support one another, and taking action to build a stronger, healthier community.

Come along, get active, connect with others and support your wellbeing.
Everyone is welcome — bring a friend and let’s walk together. 💜




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St Peter’s Gate
Sunderland
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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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