World Homeless Day is observed internationally on the 10th of October. A day used to draw attention to the needs of those who experience homelessness and to provide opportunities for the community to get involved in responding to homelessness, something which many islanders may think isn’t an issue here in Jersey. Yet every night The Shelter Trust provides accommodation, food, support, and encouragement for around 125 people across their eight sites.
Category: Community
World Homeless Day & The Shelter Trust
Celebrating and recognising neurodiversity
Toni Cooper is Service Manager for the Neurodevelopmental Service at Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). October marks ADHD Awareness Month, as well as Dyslexia Awareness Week (2 – 8 October) and Dyspraxia Awareness Week (October 9 – 15). This gives us an opportunity to talk about each of these conditions, and neurodiversity more … Read more Celebrating and recognising neurodiversity
Celebrating and supporting languages in Jersey
Today, we celebrate European Day of Languages. This day was founded by the Council of Europe on 26 September 2001 to promote awareness of the importance of language learning and protecting linguistic heritage. As Languages Adviser for Jersey Education, I support schools to promote a range of languages. Research already demonstrates the linguistic, cognitive and … Read more Celebrating and supporting languages in Jersey
Public Voice: Common Ground at ‘Placemaking in Practice’, British-Irish Council, Cardiff, 2023
In a guest blog, Sasha Gibb explains how she presented Jersey’s Public Voice: Common Ground project to the British-Irish Council
All The Colours – Queer Arts at Pride
Channel Islands Pride 2023 is set to provide a showcase for local artists during the Pride celebrations in People’s Park and Victoria Park on Saturday, September 16th. The Creative Island Partnership is thrilled to support this year’s Channel Islands Pride event. This celebration represents a wonderful showcase of our local artists and creates a fantastic … Read more All The Colours – Queer Arts at Pride
Building Stronger Communities: Releasing Better Neighbours
In an era where rehabilitation and reintegration are gaining more traction as effective methods to reduce recidivism, initiatives like the “Releasing Better Neighbours” programme at HMP La Moye are paving the way for a more constructive approach to incarceration. Prisoners are encouraged to address offending behaviour through the programme which was inspired by the Seven Pillars of Recovery research conducted by prisoners in Norway.
Embracing Health and Sustainability
Jersey’s First Fermentation Club Cultivated by Scoop the Sustainable Cooperative.
In a world that often moves at breakneck speed, fermentation club stands as a reminder to slow down, connect with the past, and savour the rewards of patience and preservation
Online Services. What is one.gov.je?
One.gov.je is our online customer portal and is designed to provide customers with easy access to Government of Jersey’s services. This online platform, accessible at https://one.gov.je/myservices, offers a diverse array of forms and services that cater to the diverse needs of Jersey’s residents. Whilst one.gov.je can be visited directly, the most common journey users take is via the information on … Read more Online Services. What is one.gov.je?
Accessibility and gov.je
In an increasingly digital world, ensuring that government information and services are accessible to all citizens, regardless of their abilities, is paramount. Recognising this, the Government of Jersey has taken steps to make gov.je as accessible as possible. Understanding Web Accessibility: A Brief Overview Web accessibility refers to the inclusive practice of designing and developing … Read more Accessibility and gov.je
Translating the generosity, skills and compassion of the people of Jersey
By Jersey’s Minister for International Development, Deputy Carolyn Labey Jersey’s Overseas Aid programme continues to advance in leaps and bounds, and it is a privilege for me to be the Minister responsible for one of the Island’s great success stories. As the year since our government was established has been packed with achievements, I have … Read more Translating the generosity, skills and compassion of the people of Jersey