The White Ribbon Campaign has given Bury College staff and students the platform to talk in an open manner about domestic violence.
The aim of the campaign was to help change long-established, and harmful, attitudes, systems and behaviours around masculinity that perpetuate gender inequality and male violence against women.
Throughout the campaign, there was a range of activities helping to raise awareness about this important issue. This included a football match between Bury College and a team representing Bury Council. Bury College triumphed in this with a thrilling 9-8 victory. There were also stalls across the campus where students pledged to stand against male violence towards women.
Marc McMahon, Safeguarding Manager at Bury College, added: "This is such an important cause, so it was great seeing so many staff and students getting involved. I want to thank everyone who has participated in any of the activities. The impact they've had and the awareness raised will be huge. Jane Almond, the Domestic Violence Caseworker for Bury Council, also deserves a special mention. This whole campaign has strengthened our partnership and relationship with the council.”
A group of staff and students also recorded an important message on camera. You can watch that by clicking here.
To find out more information on the campaign and the important changes that they want to see, click here: https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/
Bury College's annual Art and Design Exhibition celebrated the creativity, talent and achievements of students across a range of creative disciplines. Showcasing work in photography, graphic design, games art and mixed media, the exhibition highlighted how students are using creativity to explore contemporary issues, develop professional skills and prepare for exciting futures in the creative industries.
_470x310.png)
Health and Social Care staff from Bury College travelled to Milan, Italy, to attend the Anatomage Conference, gaining valuable insights into the latest developments in anatomy education and healthcare technology. The experience provided opportunities to learn from leading healthcare professionals across Europe and bring new ideas, techniques and industry knowledge back to the classroom, helping to enhance learning opportunities for students.
Bury College recently hosted an event for its valued hair and beauty partner employers, thanking them for their ongoing support.
Bury College art students worked with the Next Chapter Hub in Bury to create vibrant murals, helping transform the space for local care leavers.
Ismail, a former Bury College Accounting Apprentice, recently returned to the college to share his remarkable learning journey with current learners.
Read about Stacy's learning journey at Bury College University Centre, including how she was inspired to become a teacher.