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More doorstep food parcels delivered to our young families and vulnerable adults yesterday, and chanced on the opportunity to express our appreiation to some of our #NHS frontline workers.. . . With increasing numbers in demand for food coupled with more families now at risk of redundancy, we can only continue to do our best with the support from our generous doners, families, friends and the general community. ~ ~ We remain grateful for all donations at this critical time🙏🙏🙏🤝🤝 #surplusfood #foodaid #covid19suport #communitysupport #helpforfamilies #thankyounhs #reachingout #appreciatingfrontlineunsungheroes (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-JYGxjp5H6/?igshid=1cc0b9c9qzspa

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The challenges in the last few weeks have not stopped us from reaching out to the community, mostly to our families with kids and the vulnerable with surplus food and basic everyday essentials.. ~ ~ With their glowing smiles, our ambassadors remain extremely busy collecting, sorting and delivery hampers and flowers to people on their door step.. . . For the generosity of our partners and doners, we remain grateful for all your support in keeping us going - thank you #covid19support #reachingout #communitysupport #communityspirit #surplusfood #foodhampers #familysupport (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-ANpKYpEXD/?igshid=1rlt6vf92x3hz

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The Around The World Festival is an annual celebration of nationalities through Cultural Exhibition, Food, Music, Crafts, Costume and many more.. ~ ~ ~ Are you a local business, community group or entertainer - this is a lovely opportunity to showcase your work to the community.. Or why not take advantage of our volunteering opportunities and be part of an amazing network of ambassadors while earning #timecredits in return for your time❤️❤️ ~ ~ ~ Register your interest today 🤝🤝 #foodfestival #culturalexchange #aroundtheworld #multiculturalcelebration #harlow2020 #communitiestogether #diversityinitiative #partyinthepark #breakingbarriers #tastyfoods #tempotimecredits #tempo https://www.instagram.com/p/B9qYnwGJ3Q0/?igshid=1l1uhfgdxe5p5

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We are pleased to share details of our latest project - #Kati’sGift... An initiative that offers a random act of kindness to anyone who deserves a bit of cheering... ~ ~ Losing a beautiful soul to cancer can be quite daunting but being able to relive those memories by reaching out to others is a much bigger blessing.. If you know anyone who derseves a Kati’s Gift, please get in touch.. . . Delivered in partnership with @payitforwardharlow #randomactsofkindness #payitforward #reachingout #getinvolved #nominatesomeonespecial #justalittlecheer #givingback #katisgift (at Community Embrace UK) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9kD07tpLpg/?igshid=1tsvp95w58dhm

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Pictures from the amazing community forum last saturday at the #GPCA, with great presentations delivered by #HEMU and #RootsToWellbeing. . . Supported by #RainbowServices, #UnitedInKind #MindWestSussex, #CitizensAdviceBureau, #BuzzeeBeez, #HarlowCouncil, it was indeed an inspiration to see the passion, energy and drive from everyone for an inclusive community.. ~ ~ The evening also saw the launch of a project called Kati’s Gift in memory of a beautiful woman who sadly lost her battle to cancer.. Following Kati’s passion for beauty product collection coupled with her strong sense of community spirit, this project (delivered in partnership with #PayItForward) will offer random acts of kindness through surprise gifts for anyone who needs a bit of cheering.. We want to thank everyone esp our ambassadors for all the support and to #M&S, #Nbrly and #Greggs for our refreshments ❤️❤️🤝🤝 #letsmeet #communityforum #networking # #inclusivecommunities #kindness #communityspirit #katisgift #payitforward #diversityinitiative #greggs #marksandspencer #nbrly (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9h9acOJf5t/?igshid=1qvg9d8nurhda

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To all the amazing women out there, we wish you nothing less of our equality, solidarity, love and above all grace to continue empowering other women.. ~ ~ Happy International Womens Day and hope you have a wonderful celebration .. ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤝🤝 #internationalwomensday #empoweringwomen #strongertogether (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9eNw1xJ5rq/?igshid=15idzebmmeqq2

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Free food sampling, cultural display, exhibitions, crafts, soft play, bbq, picnics, face painting and great entertainment. These and more make the highlights of our annual festival.. We invite you to be part of this year’s Around The World Food Festival and lets join hands in celebrating the beauty of what truly unites us 🤝🤝🤝🤝 ~ ~ #foodfestival #communityfunday #aroundtheworldexperience #celebratingnationalities #culturaldiversity #partyinthepark #harlow2020 (at Hatfield, Hertfordshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9TkGdSJrn5/?igshid=1l2962zv3x3r0

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We invite you to join us this Saturday for our quarterly forum on the topic: *Diversity & Inclusive Communities* . . - What is working? - What support can we offer eachother etc Bring a friend or family along for a chat and some laughter, and don’t forget the kids will have something to do too❤️❤️ #letsmeet #diversityinitiative #communityengagement #socialinclusion #communitiestogether #youarenotalone (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9Qn49QJgv1/?igshid=13sj7wv6k574w

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We are truly humbled for the wonderful opportunity to be part of the #harlowsoup event tonight - thank you @hecommunityfarm * * A massive thanks to you lovely people, our team, our local councillors and community partners for coming in your numbers to support our project and this worthy cause - we are very grateful❤️❤️ What a brilliant initiative with a real opportunity to make new connections and form new partnerships ❤️❤️❤️ #harlowsoup #communityintegration #aroundtheworldfestival (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9FizRxJiDc/?igshid=thfk7maazn75

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#throwbackthursday - Around The World Food & Community Festival - An inclusive community celebration open to everyone and all ages.. * * * Register your interest for our 2020 event.. #communityfunday #harlow2020 #diversityinitiative #communityengagement #familyfunday #4thjuly #foodsampling #music #partyinthepark #inclusivecommunity #culturaldiversity https://www.instagram.com/p/B9ELm1iJgjl/?igshid=h4am5sdatrts

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The Around The World Festival is an annual celebration of the dignity, solidarity and unity of our diverse communities.. It recognises the need for us to come together and break barriers, advance cohesion and support social inclusion.. . . . . Whether you are a local business, an organisation, an individual or a group - this is a wonderful opportunity to share with the world.. ~ ~ ~ Register your interest today and be part of our wonderful inclusive town 🤝🤝 (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B836RZMpds8/?igshid=7i2djno9le19

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The next edition of the Let’s Meet forum will present discussions and support around Diversity and Inclusive Communities.. . . . We have a strong network of community groups and service links ready to help individuals find new friendship and offer general support.. ~ ~ ~ Why not take advantage and come down for a coffee .... You are NOT alone 🤝🤝 #letsmeet #mentalhealthsupport #diversityandinclusion #inclusivecommunities #friendshipsupport #engagingcommunities #friendship #support #youarenotalone #communitynetworks #newlinks #coffeetime (at Hertford, Hertfordshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8wV5cbpROm/?igshid=c6u35szq31zu

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Still in the month of love and kindness..❤️❤️ These beautiful hand-knitted pieces have been kindly donated to us by the lovely @vikimacer and her Potter’s Street knitting group in Harlow to support our ‘Reaching Out’ project.. ~ ~ ~ A free community outreach program that offers extra support (food, clothing and everyday basic essentials) to families and individuals who always need help.. If you know anyone who could benefit from this, please connect us 🤝🤝 Thank you to @rootstowellbeing for linking us❤️❤️ . . . . #reachingout #communitysupport #communityengagement #vision2020initiative #potterstreethatlow #knittingclub #extrahelp #monthoflove #cheerfulgiving (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8rmHPQJsX-/?igshid=wyl3553juksm

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The next Let’s Meet forum is on Saturday 7th March at te GPCA (Playbarn) - talking about #diversity and #inclusivecommunities. . . . This is a free, friendly and inclusive networking forum full of inspirational stories and activities to support mental health, reduce loneliness and offer an opportunity to make new connections.. We look forward to seeing you and your friends.. ~ ~ Light refreshments available 🤝🤝 #letsmeet #engagingcommunities #diversityinitiative #inspiringstories #supportingmentalhealth #reduceloneliness #friendship #inclusivecommunity #youarenotalone #coffeetime (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8kFn3ipsbu/?igshid=8jhzrrdsjus5

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Here we go - The Around The World Food Festival is back and this year, we have a 4th July celebration..💃💃 Whether you are an existing local business, new group, an artist or individual, this is a wonderful opportunity for you to showcase what you do.. . . . . Get on board today and register your interest🙏🙏 #aroundtheworldfestival #inclusivecommunity #celebratingnationalities #foodfestival #culturaldiversity #partyinthepark #harlow2020 #connectingcommunities #music #drinks #summerfunday #foodsampling (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8hUBh7JPu2/?igshid=cs3nfysb4ezb

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More pictures from our #vision2020launch last saturday at @theharlowhotelbyaccorhotels #masqueradeball #vision2020launch #communityengagement #diversityandinclusion #inclusivecommunities #communitynetworking #closercollaboration #aroundtheworldfestival #celebratingnations #partyinthepark (at Hatfield, Hertfordshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8bZcEmJRqY/?igshid=fcgm55i8qe3e

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We prayed and you prayed with us, we asked for help and you took the extra step in ensuring this event happened for us. Our Vision 2020 Initiatives are now live and there are several ways you can get involved... ~ ~ ~ A massive thanks to everyone who in diverse ways made our fundraising event possible. To @obaasdecor for the stunning decor and ambiance, to our community partners and local networks @djpermoson @nykmultimedia @rainbowharlow @rootstowellbeing @carasheridan @jodi.dunne.3 @rhiannonmay__ @ @buzzeebeezpreschool @integrationsupportservices @hecommunityfarm @unitedinkind and finally to the wonderful teams at both @theharlowhotelbyaccorhotels and @communityembrace who worked tirelessly over the last 6 months to see this through.. . . . What a brilliant night with you lovely people, great entertainment, delicious food and of course the awesome music to top the night..🤝🤝🙏🙏❤️❤️ #masqueradeball #fundraiserevent #reachingoutcommunities #letsmeet #aroundtheworldfoodfestival #harlow2020 #getreadyharlow #supportinglocalneeds #combatingfoodpoverty (at Harlow, Essex) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8ZyKzxJnfM/?igshid=16wen89wxfx6e