MAY – AUGUST 2023 – SEE WHAT’S HAPPENING

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Are you part of our Woman2woman Project? 

Would you like to enjoy the series of events & activities every 2nd & 3rd Monday of the Month? 

Click on the link to register your interest to be updated on upcoming events this year.

Our next event – Afternoon Tea is on Monday 12th June, 1-3 PM at the BME Wellness Centre, Croydon. 

Make your summer a memorable one with Woman2woman Project

Together we Support, Encourage & Empower one another.

Afternoon Craft Session

Therapy through Art
Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable creative art session.
 
 
You will have the opportunity to make an individualised poster that will serve as a memory board and or as a creative opening that promotes therapy through art.
 
 
Learn about colour and texture and end up with a individualised finished product/poster to take home
 

We are recruiting volunteers

Ministry of Empowerment depends on volunteers to share their skills, interests, or talents that will enable us to meet the needs of others.

We are recruiting volunteers who can make a vital contribution to many aspects of community life.  

Everyone can volunteer.

All you need is some energy, spare time, and a wish to use these for something worthwhile.

WHY VOLUNTEER
Volunteering increases self-confidence. You are doing good for others and the community, which provides a natural sense of accomplishment. Your role as a volunteer can also give you a sense of pride and identity. And the better you feel about yourself, the more likely you are to have a positive view of your life and future goals.

Volunteering provides a sense of purpose. Older adults, especially those who have retired or lost a spouse, can find new meaning and direction in their lives by helping others. Whatever your age or life situation, volunteering can help take your mind off your own worries, keep you mentally stimulated, and add more zest to your life.

I HAVE A DISABILITY. CAN I STILL VOLUNTEER?
People with disabilities or chronic health conditions can still benefit greatly from volunteering.   Whether due to a disability, a lack of transportation, or time constraints, many people choose to volunteer their time via phone or computer. 

HOW MUCH TIME SHOULD YOU VOLUNTEER?
Volunteering doesn’t have to take over your life to be beneficial. In fact, research shows that just two to three hours per week, or about 100 hours a year, can confer the most benefits—to both you and your chosen cause. The important thing is to volunteer only the amount of time that feels comfortable to you. Volunteering should feel like a fun and rewarding hobby, not another chore on your to-do list.

HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
There are numerous volunteer opportunities available. The key is to find a position that you would enjoy and are capable of doing. It’s also important to make sure that your commitment matches the Ministry of Empowerment’s needs. 

Ask yourself the following:

*Would you like to work with adults, children, animals, or remotely from home?
*Do you prefer to work alone or as part of a team?
*Are you better behind the scenes or do you prefer to take a more visible role?
*How much time are you willing to commit?
*What skills can you bring to a volunteer job?
*What causes are important to you?
*Consider your goals and interests

You will have a richer and more enjoyable volunteering experience if you first take some time to identify your goals and interests. Think about why you want to volunteer. What would you enjoy doing? The opportunities that match both your goals and your interests are most likely to be fun and fulfilling.

Meet some of our volunteers…

MINISTRY OF EMPOWERMENT THANK YOU

We are very thankful that despite the suddenness and unexpected circumstances that have affected many of us throughout 2021, the  Ministry of Empowerment continues to offer Support, Encouragement, and Empowerment to women and families through the provision of encouraging and empowering sessions

On behalf of the Ministry of Empowerment Board of Management 2021, we thank you for your support during 2021 and wish you a restful and relaxing holiday and we hope you have a wonderful year ahead.

May God Bless You
with the riches of His grace
with the treasure of His love
with the comfort of His mercies
with the strength of His presence
with the touch of His care