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#TeamGMMC needs you!

#TeamGMMC needs you!

We believe that homelessness has no place here in Greater Manchester. If you want to be part of the change that makes that vision a reality... #TeamGMMC are waiting for you!

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Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity is expanding!

Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity is expanding!

Do you believe homelessness has no place here in Greater Manchester? Are you excited by the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high profile environment with a team committed to delivering social change?

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2022 Wrap-up

Our Head of Strategic Development, Fran, reflects on 2022. We've done a lot this year and cannot wait for 2023.

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What do I do if I see someone who is rough sleeping?

What do I do if I see someone who is rough sleeping?

Sleeping outside can be detrimental to people's mental and physical health. It can be difficult to know what to do if you come across someone who you believe is having to sleep outside. Here's some advice:

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Go for a meal out and help to prevent homelessness

Restaurant goers in Greater Manchester have been adding £1 to their bill to support homelessness organisations in the region. The campaign runs until 31st December, so why not treat yourself and raise money at the same time?

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Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity signs up to new Living Wage Funder Scheme

We are pleased to announce that we have received recognition as a Living Wage Funder in the UK from the Living Wage Foundation.

As part of our commitment to being a Living Wage Funder, we support successful applicant charities to pay the Living Wage to any grant-funded staff posts.

Living Wage Funders themselves are Living Wage Employers and then, where possible, also encourage grantees to become accredited employers over time.

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GM4Women 2028 - Dialogue, Deeds and Determination

Our trustee Lauren represented GM Mayor’s Charity at the recent GM4Women Dialogue, Deeds and Determination event. Collaborating with Invisible (Manchester) and the UOM Feminist Collective, she led a workshop on tackling poverty and homelessness for women. Here are her reflections from the day.

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GMMC Announces Support for GMHAN Post

GMMC have provided 3 years of funding, alongside Street Support who are funding in Year 1 and Greater Together Manchester who are hosting the post.

Phillipa, the new postholder, joined in June and comes from a Housing and Homelessness background commenting “I’m born and raised in Manchester, and I am very passionate about the city and working to support people across the 10 boroughs.”

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Join Jonathan for the Manchester Half Marathon

The Manchester Half is a 13.1 mile challenge that takes place every October, starting and finishing by Old Trafford, and is easily the biggest in the region with over 15,000 runners.

The race takes place on Sunday 9 October 2022, the day before World Homeless Day, offering a great chance to raise awareness and funds by joining our team.

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