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GM WorkWell Partnership Year 1 Success!

In its first year, the GM WorkWell Partnership Programme is proud to have supported over 1000 local residents who have been struggling to stay in work due to health-related challenges to start, stay and succeed in work. Greater Manchester’s £7 million WorkWell pilot is a life-changing opportunity for residents facing health barriers to employment. Funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC), Greater Manchester is one of 15 areas selected to pilot the WorkWell service, running until 31st March 2026.

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Blogs

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Events...

Wednesday 23rd July 2025

Naoimh McMahon will deliver a talk on 'Rethinking the thinking on inequalities' for the Racial Equity in Policy Network. Her work outlines what might be keeping inequalities in place and, importantly, provides ideas on how to disrupt institutionalised ways of thinking to create the space to respond differently to inequalities.

Naoimh and I will then discuss what this means for addressing racial inequalities in health and social policy contexts. This event is open to those (policymakers, practitioners, and service providers) with an interest in racial equity and public policy/administration.

Time: 12:30-13:30

​Register here

Tuesday 19th August 2025

Join the Health Inequalities Spotlights Webinar – Showcasing Local Action for Change

You're invited to the Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance’s Health Inequalities Spotlight Webinar – a monthly series highlighting impactful community-led work across the region. This month, we’re excited to present two inspiring projects from our Round 2 VSCFE grants programme: "AwareHer – Early Detection, Better Lives" by Mustafia Sharif Organisation and "Cancer Connections" by Syngesis CIC.

Discover how these organisations are tackling cancer awareness and early diagnosis in underserved communities across Greater Manchester. Hear from Dr Fassah Bibi on engaging women in Longsight through culturally tailored health sessions, and from Abdul Malik-Ahad on building trust and awareness through grassroots outreach in Oldham. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and be inspired.

Have questions or want to feature your project in a future Spotlight? Get in touch at the-christie.healthinequalities@nhs.net.

​Time: 12:00 – 12:30PM

Register here

Friday 12th September 2025

Introduction to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) 

This training is for anyone working directly with children and families in Greater Manchester who want to understand more about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. This includes all staff working in early years settings, education, primary care and adoption/fostering services. 

The half-day session offers an introduction to FASD. It aims to adhere to the preferred UK FASD language guide and best practice in FASD training and is CPD accredited. It covers terminology pre and post SIGN 156 Clinical Guidelines and the NICE FASD Quality Standard. The course will contain discussions regarding alcohol in pregnancy, FASD prevalence with discussion re high-risk groups and how FASD can present across the lifespan. It will also look at how to get a diagnosis, associated issues and what can happen without support and mental capacity. Participants will be given information on where to learn more. 

This session will take place via Zoom. A joining link will be sent to you a day in advance of the session. 

Time: 9:30-12:30 

Register here

Tuesday 21st October 2025

Black History Month Conference 2025 - Standing Firm in Power and Pride 

Join us for a powerful day of reflection, celebration, and courageous conversation. 

Black History Month 2025 is a time to honour the strength, creativity, and brilliance of Black communities—past, present, and future. This year’s theme, Standing Firm in Power and Pride, calls us to recognise not only the struggles, but the resilience, resistance, and achievements that shape Black British life. 

Hosted at the iconic Martin Luther King House in Manchester, this one-day conference brings together community leaders, students, families, educators, and professionals for a dynamic and inspiring programme. Expect thought-provoking speakers, creative performances, lived experience panels, and practical actions we can all take to build a more inclusive and just society. 

This is more than a conference—it’s a call to action. Come ready to learn, connect, and stand firm in your own power and pride. 

Location - Martin Luther King House, Manchester 

Register for free here

Wednesday 13th November 2025

Do you have an event related to Fairer Health for All that you want to share? Email nhsgm.fhfa@nhs.net