Manchester LGBT arts group launches queer history project
A research project that will explore queer heritage and protest in the north west is being launched today in Manchester
Manchester ‘warrior’ woman joins Glastonbury fight for global access to safe water
Glastonbury is one of the greatest festivals in the world, showcasing some of the best talents in music and contemporary performing arts.
Stretford animal charity ‘one bill away from closing down’ but you can help by doing your Christmas shopping
A Stretford animal charity has signed up to a nationwide Christmas fundraising campaign in order to keep donations coming in over the festive period.
‘Just like bird watching’: Bug experts need Manchester’s help mapping moth migration
The thought of moth watching on a Saturday night might not give you butterflies in your stomach, but the work of migration experts would be ‘impossible’ without volunteers.
Curtains up! Salford’s Lowry workers honoured with Royal Award for voluntary service
The royal honour is the highest award given to volunteer groups across the UK, celebrating the outstanding work that millions of people do for their local communities.
Manchester Pride patron admits charity had lost public’s faith – but are setting it right now
Manchester Pride are calling on people to have their say in this year’s Big Weekend through the Manchester Pride Community Collective.
Wigan teen heads to Nepal to tackle sexual health crisis – after skydiving to raise cash
Ciara Rotherham, 18, is flying to Nepal later this month to help work towards improving the sexual and reproductive health issues that the country faces.
Volunteers to sleep rough and battle sub-zero temperatures to raise money for Manchester homeless centre
Last year the event raised more than £22,000
Volunteers Week round-up: ‘Hard work, self-sacrifice and enthusiasm’ of Manchester’s dedicated workers
There are an estimated 300,000 volunteers in Manchester
Manchester’s Unsung Heroes: Selfless Wigan man, 71, puts quiet retirement on hold to support young carers
Trevor Lewis volunteers with Friends of Young Carers