The WEA: Adult Learning Within Reach

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Come and join us for a Dhamaka! Learn about education opportunities available with the WEA in partnership with Belgrave Neighbourhood Co-operative Housing Association at 131 Loughborough Road on 3 July between 10.00 am - 2.00 pm. You will be able to attend our 'Have a Go' sessions on Healthy Eating, Digital Skills, Yoga and Mehndi. For further information please contact us on 0116 2556614/07825 120633 or email [email protected] / [email protected]

Some more fabulous work being created by our students on our Advanced Sewing course held at our partnership with Shama Women's Centre

Some amazing artwork by our students in partnership with Pathways of Hinckley with our fabulous tutor Beatrice.

Fabulous work being created (hats, pom poms and cardigans) by our students on our Moving on with Textiles, Knitting sewing course held at our partnership with Shama Women's Centre

Interested in a career in childcare? If you are, learn more about the opportunities on 18 June at Highfields Library, 98 Melbourne Road, LE2 0DS between 10.00 am-12.00 pm. The WEA team will provide information on learning opportunities which would lead to a career in childcare. Career choices include working as a teaching assistant, nursery worker or how to become an independent childminder. For further information, please contact us on 0116 2556614 / 07825 120633 or email [email protected] Leicester Libraries and Community Centres

Fabulous work being created by our students on our Advanced Sewing course held at our partnership with Shama Women's Centre

Empower your journey towards employment success with our "Improve your Confidence and Interview Skills" online course. Tailored for the unemployed, this 8-hour program spans four interactive 2-hour sessions. Whether you're new to courses or seeking a fresh perspective, unlock the confidence and interview techniques needed to stand out in today's competitive job market. Details https://bit.ly/4bnRC68

Diane Johnson visited a friendly Creative Relaxation group, led by Geoff O'Meara at Braunstone Town Library today to discuss WEA personal development courses. The WEA was introduced by Kristi Trown, Local Area Coordinator, Public Health, Leics County Council. Thank you for a warm welcome and we look forward to delivering a taster session soon!

Philippa attended the monthly coffee morning at Belgrave Neighbourhood Centre where different organisations come together to offer different services for the local community. It was a well attended event, giving the local community a chance to meet and talk with a multitude of local community services.