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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Join B:CAN member @nishkamcentre for a family-friendly Type 1 Diabetes Discovery Day at the Nishkam Centre in Birmingham on Saturday 8th November, 12-4pm. Sign up for free by visiting www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/type-1-dia... #bcan #gameofstones #diabetessupport #T1D

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

This #WorldMentalHealthDay we stand with Birmingham’s communities, connecting residents to vital support that nurtures wellbeing. Whether you need a listening ear or practical advice, #BCAN is here to help — because everyone deserves to feel supported 💚 #CommunitySupport #MentalHealth

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

📣 Voluntary groups – discover how your work could be honoured with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) Join B:CAN’s information session @wittonlodge.bsky.social 🗓️ Mon 22 Sept, 2–4pm. Visit bcan.co.uk/2025/09/05/c... #KAVS #BCAN #VolunteeringMatters

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

🚨 We’re Hiring Lifestyle Coaches! 🚨 Passionate about helping people live healthier, happier lives? 🌟 Join trusted Community Anchor orgs in Birmingham & empower residents to thrive! 💪 📍 Birmingham | Apply now – careers.wittonlodge.org.uk/job/bcde48de... #CommunityJobs #NowHiring

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

As part of the B:CAN Energy project, Nishkam Civic Association is looking for an Energy Advisor to join their team! If you’re committed to helping local communities stay warm, save money, and tackle the energy crisis, this could be the perfect role for you. Visit bcan.co.uk/2025/07/08/e...

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Across our city, 1,154 B:CAN volunteers have given 82,000 hours of their time, adding over £1 MILLION in value to our communities. Their dedication powers positive change every day. Thank you to every volunteer making Birmingham a better place! You're ALL amazing!! #bcan

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Thank you to everyone who shared their insights on the impact of B:CAN. Your voices are driving real change and inspiring a stronger, more connected #Birmingham. Interested in joining us? Find out more 👉 www.bcan.co.uk #BCAN #CommunityPower #PowerofCommunity

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

A huge thank you to our incredible speakers for joining us at the launch of B:CAN, and to everyone who attended & helped make the event such a huge success! Here’s to new beginnings & building a brighter future for #Birmingham together! Visit bcan.co.uk for details. #BCANLaunch #CommunityLed

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Cathy Brown @cathyab.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Any day with poetry in it is a good one. A day with Ayan Aden, #Birmingham’s poet laureate, in it is special. ”Find strength in needing each other”

A young Somali woman stand in front of a pull up banner marked “Birmingham Community Action Network” - she is speaking, delivering her poem “People make People”

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Cathy Brown @cathyab.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Very excited to be representing @econjusticebrum.bsky.social & @barrowcadbury.bsky.social at the launch of the @birminghamcan.bsky.social - so many great organisations here today! #Brum #community #localaction #justice

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loubylou60.bsky.social @loubylou60.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

@birminghamcan.bsky.social - Great launch. Good to meet up with so many collaborators and friends.

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

We're proud to officially launch the Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN), uniting 21 passionate community anchors to drive change across the city. Together, we’ll tackle inequality, boost wellbeing & build an inclusive #Birmingham where everyone can thrive. Get involved www.bcan.co.uk #BCAN

Left to right: B:CAN Chair, Afzal Hussain, Rawaad Mahyub, Muath Trust, Councillor John Cotton, Ayan Aden, Poet Laureate for Birmingham, West Midlands Lord-Lieutenant, Derrick Anderson CBE and Suzanne Cleary, Deputy CEO at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

We were honoured to welcome Ayan Aden, Poet Laureate for Birmingham too the B:CAN launch. Ayan performed two spectacular poems for the audience.

Youth Mentor, Zain Khan of Our Community Foundation spoke passionately at the event about the importance of investing in young people across our city.

Afzal Hussain, Chief Officer of Witton Lodge Community Association and B:CAN Chair shared the ethos of the network and his passion for community-led action across Birmingham.

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

We're proud to showcase our collective strength at B:CAN. Driving meaningful change and inspiring hope across our communities in #Birmingham. #bcan #bcanlaunch #birminghamcan #PowerOfCommunity

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

B:CAN is a network of respected community organisations with deep-rooted connections across Birmingham. We partner with stakeholders to leverage valuable resources & drive lasting, positive change across the city. Join us in making a difference visit www.bcan.co.uk. #birminghamcan #bcanlaunch

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Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) @birminghamcan.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Welcome to Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN)! Our mission is simple: to make life better for everyone in Birmingham. We’re here to connect, support & empower our community. Join us & help build a brighter, fairer Birmingham for all! #BCAN #bcanlaunch #BirminghamCan

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