Author Archives: FaithAction
Free befriending service with Jewish Online
Jewish Online has rolled out a free phone befriending service to combat loneliness during the coronavirus lockdown. The initiative is aimed at members of the community who are unable to access the internet or who prefer a phone call to other methods of communication. Since […]
Online preventative training with the Zero Suicide Alliance
The Zero Suicide Alliance is a collaborative of NHS Trusts, businesses and individuals who are all committed to suicide prevention. They are offering free online training as an introduction to suicide prevention. The module aims to raise awareness of potential behaviour patterns that could suggest […]
Covid-19 guidance for Buddhist frontline workers
The Network of Buddhist Organisations (NBO) has a Covid-19 guide for Buddhist frontline workers. They write, “We have kept it simple and short and hope that it can be distributed to reach the people who most need it. In the process of producing this guide, […]
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FUNDING: The British Muslim Covid-19 Fund
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Getting tested for coronavirus
The success of its coronavirus testing programme allowed the Government to announce recently that anyone in England with COVID-19 symptoms who has a job which cannot be done from home is now eligible to get tested, as are any symptomatic members of their household. You […]
Updated Guidance: Burial Grounds and Cemeteries
In a letter to faith leaders, Lord Greenhalgh, Minister of State for Building Safety and Communities confirmed that the guidance around the closures of burial grounds and cemeteries has now been updated. Burial grounds and cemeteries can now stay open, including gardens of remembrance. Government […]
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#FaithInNHS Poster Competition WINNER!
Last month, we announced our #FaithInNHS poster competition and we asked you, our members, to get involved. You did not disappoint! We have had so many great entries from our members and their children, who took the time to create a poster displaying their faith […]
Ramadan at Home campaign from Public Health England
Public Health England have created a campaign supporting staying at home during Ramadan in light of the coronavirus outbreak. They have made some resources available which may help you to celebrate Ramadan and support your communities in a safe way. Messaging includes: Nightly Taraweeh Prayer […]
Why ‘Young People Matter’ in the COVID-19 crisis
The Department of Health and Social Care have been working with the NHS Youth Expert Champions over the last few weeks to support their youth led communications work. The #IWill Campaign highlights that ‘Young People Matter’ in the COVID-19 pandemic. The youth led graphic launched […]