Compassion is strength and studies show self-compassion is the key to resilience and well-being. And we need to learn it if we've not experienced or witnessed it enough in childhood. How can we learn compassion? Mindfulness. #TheMindfulMuseum #MAGwellbeing

A march through #Manchester by Extinction Rebellion Manchester supporters is taking place this afternoon to highlight the city’s history with slavery and colonialism LBC | LBC News

Making History March (Art Gallery)

'The same system that allows for climate change allows black men to be shot in America', says Nahella Ashraf Stand Up To Racism in #Manchester 'To end racism we need #SystemChange 'We fight together and build a movement of solidarity' #BlackLivesMatter #ReWriteHistory Extinction Rebellion Manchester

“When I walk through the streets of Manchester and meet load after load of cotton...” Commemorating Sarah Parker Remond’s 1859 speech today with Venessa scott || Vee posters as part of Extinction Rebellion UK 🌍 StandUpToRacism Mcr march, marking Mcr’s history of both abolition and advancement of slavery

google.com/amp/s/amp.theg… Today we discussed coffee shops in our #storiesweshare session. This useful article explores the impact of Covid19 on city centre coffee shops. @HeritageFundNW #Tradingstation

Such a great opportunity for any young person who wants a voice in their city

There’s been so many requests for our English Corner sessions to start again. We’ve listened and will run them online on the 1st Tues of each month 10.30-12. Led by an #ESOL teacher, each session uses art to support people learning English. Free, book here manchesterartgallery.org/exhibitions-an…

Join artist Lubna Tahir to paint your own truck art inspired pot. We sadly can’t deliver these in the gallery yet but have planned the next next best thing... for you to participate online from the comfort of your home. All details here. @HeritageFundNW manchesterartgallery.org/exhibitions-an…

We may not be able to meet in groups at the gallery but that’s not stopping us running our Heritage North funded #TradingStation programme! Thanks to everyone who joined artist Lubna Tahir to learn about Truck chai and how to paint a truck art pot. #everydaycreativity

Such a relaxing and inspiring morning for learners @MAESESOL #abrahammoss #cheethamhill painting truck art pots led by ex ESOL learner Lubna Tahir. The gallery first met Lubna through TalkEnglishMcr and it’s great to see her now teaching so eloquently. Such an achievement.

We're really excited to announce that in partnership with Channel 4 and Swan Films, we'll be launching the exhibition of Grayson's Art Club – one of the most inspiring programmes to emerge out of lockdown – on 25 November. #graysonsartclub manchesterartgallery.org/exhibitions-an…

Looking forward to seeing what inspiring plans they come up with and how we can support them

Uncertain Futures is an artwork with women over 50 and artist Suzanne Lacy, focusing on work women for over 50 in response to Covid. Hear from the advisory group on 11 Nov, who will give voice to inequalities and key issues. GM Ageing Hub CADA England eventbrite.com/e/uncertain-fu…

Good discussion about work and valuing key workers at today’s @MAESESOL English Corner. ‘This is an important protest poster. I think this is a good response - key workers need be valued. It shows we are all in this together’ Craig Oldham

Uncertain Futures Inequalities in work affecting women over 50 in Manchester and Covid19 11th November 2020, 2.00-4.00pm Join us for the Launch and Round-Table Discussion on these fascinating and timely issues! Art project in conjunction Manchester Art Gallery eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%…

The Manchester Cultural Education Partnership are recruiting a Project Manager! Closing date 10am Friday 18 December. More details here: z-arts.org/about-us/work-…

1/ How does society value women over 50 within the workplace? What are the most striking issues faced in work relating to age, race, gender & class during Covid 19? 🎥 Alina Akbar & Finn Browning, Here’s what I know featuring 7 women from the Uncertain Futures Advisory group

📢Young people in #GreaterManchester! 📢 If you're aged 19-24 and looking for a career in the creative industries join one of @MIFestival #FactoryAcademy funded Kickstart Training Academies. Learn new skills, gain confidence, meet employers. Register now⏩mif.co.uk/get-involved/c…

4OG have had an amazing time today at Manchester Art Gallery - massive thanks to Venessa scott || Vee for a brilliant workshop