ADHD Awareness Month – Oct 2019

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a very common disorder which affects children and adults. It has for many years been recognised as a childhood issue that affects focus, self-control and many other important skills. However, it has only recently been recognised as an adult problem too. The cause is an imbalance in the brain’s anatomy and its wiring.

Further information:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/

https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/

Anti-Slavery Day – 18 October 2019

Anti-Slavery Day, 18th October, provides an opportunity to raise awareness of human trafficking and modern slavery, and encourage government, local authorities, companies, charities and individuals to do what they can to address the problem. It was created by the Anti-Slavery Day Act, a Private Members Bill introduced Anthony Steen CBE, now Chair of the Human Trafficking Foundation.

Family Learning Festival – 19/10/2019 – 03/11/2019

The Family Learning Festival inspires a love of learning in family life. It takes place every October and is the biggest festival celebrating and valuing learning as a family.

Further information: https://www.familylearningfestival.com - PDF Family Learning Resources

Black History Month – Oct 2019

The main aims of Black History Month are to celebrate the achievements and contributions of black people not just in the UK, but throughout the world and also to educate all on black history.

Further information:

https://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/about/