A fabulous event not to be missed!
A fantastic day in Bedford to learn more about Polish history and heritage! With delicious food and music.
An amazing event not to be missed, with food, dance, culture and atmosphere!
As we continue to remember the Holocaust yearly, we also remember other subsequent Genocides. We need remember over one million Tutsis who were murdered in one hundred day. The Rwandan Community in Bedford, Higgins Bedford and Queen’s Park community organisation have joined forces to organise the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Genocide Against the Tutsis in Rwanda. Bedford resident and Survivor, Chantal Uwamahoro, who might have heard recently on BBC radio 4, has dedicated her life to tell her story by giving lectures, talk and assemblies in schools and many public places. This event is the opportunity to come and meet survivors and the community and listen to their stories
A chance to meet and greet member of the D/Hard of Hearing community and their charity Access Bedford!
We are delighted to be supporting the open day King’s Oak Primary School with children activities. If you are interested in joining our team of volunteers, please get in touch admin@qpco.org.uk or call 07824035000. #partnerworking #farmday #educationforall
The feedback we have had from the deaf and hard of hearing community in Bedford is that not many businesses are able to communicate via BSL in Bedford town centreand we wanted to change that trend. Our aim is to enable as many people as possible to gain some knowledge of British Sign Language to help support the Deaf and hard of hearing community, and ensure they feel more welcome/comfortable using our town centre shops and services. To do this we will also be organising a deaf awareness day on the Sunday 12th May between 2 to 4pm at the Harpur suite in Bedford Town centre. More
information to follow.
The course is open to everyone; you might be an employee of a business in town or a business owner, you could be working for a charity or a statutory body, working for Bedfordshire Police or you just want to learn BSL to help people to feel more included, as long as you interact with Bedford town, this is the course for you!
We ask that you only book if you can commit to all six weeks of classes, in order to get the most from this opportunity. Spaces are limited and will be filled on first come first serve basis. Please find attached the flyers. Please note that you can park for free at the Allhallows car park, Brace St, Bedford MK40 1LX. It is only a short walking distance to both the venues.
Get ready to celebrate diversity at Biddenham International Culture Day on April 17th! Dress up in your traditional clothing and experience a day full of fun activities. From curated food stalls to diverse performances. Interfaith workshops to mehndi, there’s something for everyone
To take part, a £1 contribution is required via ParentPay or in person on the day. All funds raised will go to @qpcobedford. A local grassroots charity targeting the most deprived areas in Bedford. Helping to empower local people to make a difference by building bridges between communities.
We’re excited to announce that the Ukrainian Saturday School in Bedford will be delivering Motanka Doll-Making Masterclasses during the Healing Hearts Free Art Event!
What is a “Motanka”/”Мотанка”? 
Motanka’s hold timeless significance as cherished family charms in Ukrainian tradition. Originating around 5,000 years ago, these intricately knotted dolls symbolize the harmonious bond within families and the enduring connections across generations.
All resources will be provided by the Ukrainian Saturday School and registering is completely free! 
Click the links below to book your slot for the Motanka Doll Making Masterclasses, limited spaces available!
12PM: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/862094025437?aff=oddtdtcreator
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🔧This course was curated and is run by one of our staff members who has fled from domestic violence themselves.
🪚The purpose of this project is to empower survivors who will be weary of calling tradespeople once they move back into the community.
🔨Every week, the course covers a different topic, such as changing a lightbulb, assembling furniture, and becoming familiar with household essentials like meters, fuse boxes and boilers. Installing a shelf, a curtain pole and much more!
🔧We provide all equipment and any interpreters required for class members for any language imaginable.
🪚Thank you to the fabulous teacher featured in this video: Melanie Cutler @ewe_neek
- & Thank you to @stonewateruk for allowing us to deliver a pilot course of this workshop at one of your fantastic refuges!🫶
#domesticabuse #domesticviolenceawareness #womensrefuge #domesticabusesurvivor
DETAILS BELOW🔨
🔧This course was curated and is run by one of our staff members who has fled from domestic violence themselves.
🪚The purpose of this project is to empower survivors who will be weary of calling tradespeople once they move back into the community.
🔨Every week, the course covers a different topic, such as changing a lightbulb, assembling furniture, and becoming familiar with household essentials like meters, fuse boxes and boilers. Installing a shelf, a curtain pole and much more!
🔧We provide all equipment and any interpreters required for class members for any language imaginable.
🪚Thank you to the fabulous teacher featured in this video: Melanie Cutler @ewe_neek
- & Thank you to @stonewateruk for allowing us to deliver a pilot course of this workshop at one of your fantastic refuges!🫶
#domesticabuse #domesticviolenceawareness #womensrefuge #domesticabusesurvivor
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🏃♀️From April to October, the class is held at Jubilee Park, in the ward of Kingsbrook.
-Every Monday from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
🏃♂️From October to March, the class is held at the Faraday community centre.
-Every Monday from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
🏋️These free fitness classes were formed to give a safe space to exercise to a diverse range of communities who would not ordinarily attend a gym or a fitness class.
🏃♂️No need to book, just turn up. Any and all are welcome, regardless of age or fitness ability. Wear anything you’re comfortable in.
👉Link in our bio for more information on this fitness class and all of our present and past projects.
#fitnessclass #groupfitness #outdoorfitness #healthylifestyle
MORE DETAILS BELOW👇
🏃♀️From April to October, the class is held at Jubilee Park, in the ward of Kingsbrook.
-Every Monday from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
🏃♂️From October to March, the class is held at the Faraday community centre.
-Every Monday from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
🏋️These free fitness classes were formed to give a safe space to exercise to a diverse range of communities who would not ordinarily attend a gym or a fitness class.
🏃♂️No need to book, just turn up. Any and all are welcome, regardless of age or fitness ability. Wear anything you’re comfortable in.
👉Link in our bio for more information on this fitness class and all of our present and past projects.
#fitnessclass #groupfitness #outdoorfitness #healthylifestyle
An amazing day @stmschoolbedford @stm_sixthform for their cultural day. We brought volunteers, staff and trustees for young people to meet Bedford communities. A very lively event with music, dance, food and lots of colors. We are looking to work further with the school on our youth program! Thanks you to everyone from the QPCO team that attended 🙏#communities #MakingBedfordamoreinclusivetown #weareqpco #youtprogram #workingtogether
An amazing day @stmschoolbedford @stm_sixthform for their cultural day. We brought volunteers, staff and trustees for young people to meet Bedford communities. A very lively event with music, dance, food and lots of colors. We are looking to work further with the school on our youth program! Thanks you to everyone from the QPCO team that attended 🙏#communities #MakingBedfordamoreinclusivetown #weareqpco #youtprogram #workingtogether
Fabulous #teambuilding day yesterday run by Katrina at @beeandbottle.ceramics. Thank you for a fruitful and inspirational day! #Teamwork #weareqpco
Fabulous #teambuilding day yesterday run by Katrina at @beeandbottle.ceramics. Thank you for a fruitful and inspirational day! #Teamwork #weareqpco
Amazing afternoon at Kenya Community in Bedford and Surrounding areas #BBQ yesterday. We are priviledged to work with this community and support them when needed! #kenya #community #BuildingResilience
Amazing afternoon at Kenya Community in Bedford and Surrounding areas #BBQ yesterday. We are priviledged to work with this community and support them when needed! #kenya #community #BuildingResilience
Powerful words from Busingye Johnston about what commemorating 30 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi means to him.
Remember, Reunite and Renew
Over a million Tutsi were killed in a period of 100 days. Mass graves are still being found in Rwanda today.
#weareqpco #b2or #kwibuka30 #kwibuka #preventgenocide
Powerful words from Busingye Johnston about what commemorating 30 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi means to him.
Remember, Reunite and Renew
Over a million Tutsi were killed in a period of 100 days. Mass graves are still being found in Rwanda today.
#weareqpco #b2or #kwibuka30 #kwibuka #preventgenocide
An interview clip from our 30th Commemoration event of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
The brave and incredibly eloquent Antoinette answers what commemorating 30 years since the genocide means to her.
Over a million Tutsi were killed in a period of 100 days. Mass graves are still being found in Rwanda today.
#weareqpco #b2or #kwibuka30 #kwibuka #preventgenocide
An interview clip from our 30th Commemoration event of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
The brave and incredibly eloquent Antoinette answers what commemorating 30 years since the genocide means to her.
Over a million Tutsi were killed in a period of 100 days. Mass graves are still being found in Rwanda today.
#weareqpco #b2or #kwibuka30 #kwibuka #preventgenocide
This 30th commemoration event of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi is the first instalment of our new “Back To Our Roots” #b2or project, bringing awareness to the unrepresented genocide.
In this project, we will bring survivors’ testimonies to local schools to educate the younger generations about this all-too-often forgotten piece of history.
We learn about our history to acknowledge and learn from it so as not to repeat the past.
Remember, Reunite and Renew.
-Thank you to the Rwandan High Commissioner for your attendance @rwandainuk
-Thank you to the Rwandan community for your attendance.
-Thank you @thehigginsbedford for hosting us.
-Thank you @bedfordboroughcouncil for raising the Rwandan flag for us.
-Thank you @flavourfeast.01 for supplying wonderful traditional food.
#kwibuka30 #kwibuka #preventgenocide #weareqpco
This 30th commemoration event of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi is the first instalment of our new “Back To Our Roots” #b2or project, bringing awareness to the unrepresented genocide.
In this project, we will bring survivors’ testimonies to local schools to educate the younger generations about this all-too-often forgotten piece of history.
We learn about our history to acknowledge and learn from it so as not to repeat the past.
Remember, Reunite and Renew.
-Thank you to the Rwandan High Commissioner for your attendance @rwandainuk
-Thank you to the Rwandan community for your attendance.
-Thank you @thehigginsbedford for hosting us.
-Thank you @bedfordboroughcouncil for raising the Rwandan flag for us.
-Thank you @flavourfeast.01 for supplying wonderful traditional food.
#kwibuka30 #kwibuka #preventgenocide #weareqpco
