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[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

‘Focus on what it means to be a good person and a person of strong character…commit yourself to a life of courage.’ Profound words from #CharlieKirk that we all could all live by no matter what side of the political divide we find ourselves on - a divide that has become increasingly more polarised in recent years, where those who fear debate resort to violence and those who fear free speech try to suppress it, creating in their wake distrust, suspicion and division between people who have far more in common than that which divides them. Remember character and courage…the future is ours to shape not to be shaped by…

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

What a speech from #Trump !

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#SaveADA

Wonderful News -Thanks to all who supported...

MEDIA RELEASE

NOVEMBER 2024 – FOR IMMEDIATE USE

ALLERDALE DISABILITY ASSOCIATION

A charity supporting people with disabilities in West Cumbria which was at risk of closure has been given a reprieve, thanks to help from funders.

Allerdale Disability Association (ADA) provides vital free support, advice and information on issues ranging from blue badges to benefits for disabled people, their families and carers. In the last financial year, they helped clients claim benefit entitlements of £8.4 million. They have also seen a huge increase in client numbers, with an increase of 43% from the previous year to 1,908 users.

The charity faced closure due to financial challenges but has been thrown a lifeline by Sellafield Ltd, Cumbria Community Foundation and Cumberland Council, who have all agreed to provide emergency funding to keep services running for the next 12 months.

Sellafield Ltd awarded a grant through the Social Impact Multiplied programme for £43,309. Eirini Etoimou, Head of Corporate Sustainability and Supply Chain Development at Sellafield Ltd, said: “Through our Transforming West Cumbria programme, we aim to support third sector organisations that are delivering critical services in our local communities.

“Organisations such as ADA often need more than financial support to plan for a more sustainable future. Along with our strategic partners we will work with ADA to access skilled resource to strengthen their organisation through our volunteering platform Together for Good.”

The Community Foundation awarded a grant of £8,177 from the Brian and Ann Clark Fund, following an application which stated: “We know that the people in our community want our services to continue by the sheer number of people accessing them, and the sheer number of people who have contacted us to say they are devastated by the prospect we may have to close.”

In addition, Cumbria CVS, through the Transforming West Cumbria Bedrock Basics programme, will support the charity in applying to other funders for more longer-term funding to secure their financial sustainability.

Dr Jenny Benson, Director of Programmes & Partnerships at Cumbria Community Foundation, said: “We know what a crucial service Allerdale Disability Association provides to people in West Cumbria, and what a huge miss it would be if they were no longer there.

“We would encourage any local charity or community group that finds itself in a challenging situation financially to talk at the earliest opportunity directly with funding bodies and organisations who may be able to help.”

Cumberland Council has given the charity a grant of £10,000.

Colin Cox, Director of Public Health and Communities, said: "We have put improving the health and wellbeing of residents at the heart of our ambitions. Working in partnership with organisations like ADA will be crucial in achieving that aim. Therefore, we're pleased to continue to provide this financial support so that ADA can offer the help and assistance that many people find so valuable."

The total awarded from the three funders will cover ADA’s running costs for the next 12 months and allows some time to implement improvements over the coming months.

Tracey Parker, Manager at Allerdale Disability Association said: “We are absolutely over the moon that ADA has been saved for the benefit of our members and clients, and we are excited to work with our strategic partners, to learn from them and develop a plan for the future.”

ENDS

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

#SaveADA

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I am an executive member of a worthwhile and valuable local charity, ADA, which we need help in saving. I don’t post often but this is important. Please share widely and hopefully someone will see it who is able to help.

Allerdale Disability Association (ADA) provides a range of quality services to disabled people, their families and carers. We offer a drop-in centre in Moorclose where people can receive support and friendship at times when they need it most. We also operate an individual information service which has helped clients claim entitlements of 8.4 million this year, an increase in demand of 43%, showing just how needed we are.

The money that our disabled clients can access, through our help, is spent in our local economy, in local businesses, benefitting our community. Sadly, after many attempts at sourcing, sufficient funding has now dried up and we are forced to close. Keeping the centre open will cost approx. 80k per year, which is less than 1% of the benefits it brings in financial terms, to the community, not counting the huge benefits it brings socially, psychologically and emotionally to those directly affected by disability.

We have been operating for almost 50 years, helping thousands of people, generating millions of pounds for the community. Please share this post in the hope we can continue for another 50 years. Thank you.

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[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Heart breaking scenes from Afghanistan brought on by an incredulous exit strategy. I can only imagine how those who lost loved ones, the people of Afghanistan left to the mercy of the Taliban, and our brave military who fought to make their lives better, must be feeling now...

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Isn’t it time to stop seeing politics through an Orwellian prism, fuelling societal anxiety, and fear of the other, and instead acknowledge the Mayallian truth, that we’re pretty much all the same? Most of us being to the left of Alan and to the right of Rik 😏 #thoughtoftheday

[Abi Dunn @dunn_abi]

My mum went on the radio during to pandemic to ask @AndyBurnhamGM a question about funding/grants for my hospitality business. He said someone from his team would get in touch.

They did ❤️

Good luck tomorrow sir 😎

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

It is not for the feint hearted, so, hats off to all who are throwing theirs into the ring.

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[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Every candidate, whether you like them or not, whether you agree with their policies or not, deserves recognition for putting themselves through the exhilarating yet harrowing experience of being reviewed, judged, and potentially rejected. #Elections2021

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Surprised to see that @workingtontco voted against live streaming their meetings. We deserve #openness and #transparency in our #local #democracy - disappointed in the standard and standards displayed…

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Extreme and reactionary views are developing from many quarters. Labels imposed, beliefs challenged, realities exposed. Is positive progression in human relationships a reality or a falsehood? #diversity #harmony #progression (2 of 2)

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

In the wake of the societal impact of extreme and reactionary views, with fallouts including death threats to teachers (and worse) and talk of toddlers being taught about ‘white privilege’, is polarisation on the increase? #diversity #harmony #progression (1 of 2)

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Whatever one thinks of Piers Morgan it's undeniable he has challenged & scrutinised government in a way no one else has - incl the opposition - there'll be many politicians breathing sighs of relief this morning knowing they're now in for a much easier ride. #PiersMorgan

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

No words !!! @piersmorgan @MattHancock

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Coolest moment of #2020

'All net': Barack Obama hits silky three-pointer on campaign trail https://t.co/JXCHJYpO9a via @YouTube

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

Who voted for this ???
Brexit: Armed Navy boats on standby to protect UK waters in case of no deal
https://t.co/fSYssLpjwc

[Lewis Cooper @l_jcooper]

Great speech from @KateGreenSU at the #FESummit making the case for a focus on lifelong learning opportunities as the world of work changes, and the need for a more systemic, collaborative approach together with proper long-term investment to enable this #collegeofthefuture

[ALASTAIR CAMPBELL @campbellclaret]

Character. Character. Character. The American people have shown it matters in politics. We should all thank them for it.

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

👍

[David Cameron @David_Cameron]

Many congratulations President-Elect @JoeBiden - and @KamalaHarris too - on this historic achievement! I always thoroughly enjoyed working with you and wish you every success as America's next President.

[Konrad Hansen @konradhansen]

And breathe... 👍 #Election2020