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Storyhouse is delighted to announce that Slater Heelis Solicitors will be the main sponsor of Storyhouse Queer, the venue’s annual celebration of LGBTQIA+ stories, artists and communities, taking place in February 2026. The sponsorship forms part of Slater Heelis’ wider corporate partnership with Storyhouse and reflects a shared commitment to inclusivity, visibility and meaningful support for LGBTQIA+ communities across Chester and the region. Storyhouse Queer is a bold and joyful festival programme spanning theatre, film, talks, live events and community activity, creating welcoming spaces for connection, creativity and conversation, created in partnership with Chester Pride. Support from Slater Heelis will help deliver the 2026 festival programme, expand opportunities for free and low-cost events, and broaden invitations to local LGBTQIA+ communities. As an LGBT Foundation Accredited legal firm, Slater Heelis will offer a series of free LGBTQIA+ Legal Clinics during the festival week, to offer inclusive, approachable advice tailored to LGBTQIA+ people and their families, helping them to feel informed and empowered. This could include exploring parenthood through donor conception, cohabitation agreements, navigating relationship breakdowns or planning wills.   Last week, we officially launched promotion for the whatimpact VCSE National Summit 2026, taking place on 11 March 2026. Invitations are now live, and we’ve begun sharing across our channels, including Linkedin.
We’re reaching out to CVS’s because of the vital role you play locally and nationally. Your close relationships with VCSE organisations place you in a unique position to help ensure opportunities like this reach charities, community groups, and grassroots organisations that can benefit most. We would be incredibly grateful if you could help us promote this free, UK-wide online event to your networks. The Summit is focused on collaboration, creativity, and social impact, and is designed specifically with the VCSE sector in mind. To make this as easy as possible, I’ve linked a supporter marketing pack containing ready-to-use copy and assets that you’re welcome to share via newsletters, email bulletins, or social media here Our team is committed to raising awareness and providing valuable information to help you stay healthy and safe. We work to ensure that you have access to the resources and knowledge to help you make informed choices in order to protect yourself and your loved ones.   Check it, Don’t Chance it!’
Listen to your body. Act now on cancer Launching Lancashire and South Cumbria’s Cancer Awareness Campaign Help us to spread the word. Lancashire and South Cumbria’s Cancer Alliance is asking you to help improve the early detection and effective treatment of cancer. We want you to help launch our latest cancer awareness campaign as part of the vision to improve the earlier diagnosis of cancer. It aims to encourage people to talk about cancer, check for symptoms, and act early by contacting their GP and completing eligible cancer screenings. The simple act of encouraging this will save lives. The campaign is based on research carried out across the region with real people. It is designed to get attention, encourage action and improve lives.  I hope that 2026 is treating you very kindly. For me, January arrived with a bang, or two bangs actually. I toppled over on an icy patch of pavement, not once but twice. It was *extremely* painful. Please take extra care of yourselves. I feel very fortunate to only have a couple of bruises.
The advice from RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) and at least one NHS Trust, for navigating slippery pavements is to walk like a penguin. I know it sounds silly, but it’s better than a broken bone. Take small, careful steps and keep your knees slightly bent to stay balanced. Find more guidance on how to stay safe in the cold weather here. This interactive inclusion health resource contains a summary of statistics already in the public domain and provides supporting information for organisations and networks to facilitate informed decision-making.   The December newsletter is now available and includes the latest news and updates from VIC. Readers are encouraged to share the newsletter with anyone who may benefit from the information.
All previous newsletters can be accessed on the website. The VIC Facebook page and group are also updated regularly with further news, updates and information. The Females Friendship Forum is back this January with a range of activities to support wellbeing, confidence and connection. 💬 Meet new people 🎨 Try new activities 💜 Enjoy a safe space just for women If you’re looking to make friends, boost your wellbeing or simply get out and about, this group is for you.   This year marks our 50th anniversary and we’re proud to be celebrating five decades of working for young people.
For 50 years, we’ve helped generations of young people to build brighter futures - and we’re just getting started. We have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in. Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business. Coming up:
Read on to find out more!  Your Latest News For Carers In East Lancashire. What's On in January:
 Lucy's Winter MessageAs we reach the winter months and reflect on the year behind us, we are reminded of the importance of community, connection and compassion. At Alpha Vesta, our mission remains unwavering: to break the cycle of domestic abuse through awareness, prevention and early intervention and we are grateful to our continued funders that share our vision, investing in a future free from domestic abuse.
As we approach Christmas, many of us think of celebration, connection and time spent with the people we love. Yet for others, the festive season can be a very difficult and stressful time of year facing fear, isolation and the pressure to keep everything “perfect” to avoid conflict.  The “Coachella of community power” is coming back to the Guildhall on 16 June 2026.
Our seventh year promises to be another sell-out gathering of innovators looking to gather inspiration and motivation from the very special community we bring together. So, what are you waiting for? Start the new year by focusing on your wellbeing with Community Roots at the Chai Centre, Burnley. We offer a wide range of free, welcoming sessions for anyone aged 16+ 💚   Even if you feel healthy, being over 40 can put you at risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, diabetes, or dementia. A FREE NHS Health Check can help spot risks early and keep you healthy!
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