Using Workaids collection points all over the UK we are able to receive a colossal number of donations all of which with their own unique history. Recently we obtained a donation of a 1925 Singer Sewing Machine from Clare Sykes who [...]
October 17th marks International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, so Workaid is reflecting upon its role in supporting economic development in areas of deprivation and poverty. Launched in 1987 by activist Joseph Wresinski, the main purpose of this day [...]
The Hub at Workaid, was set up six years ago with the main purpose to provide supported work experience to people with learning disabilities, usually college leavers. Barbara heard about the Hub through a volunteer where she worked in social care [...]
We are celebrating 8 years of the Workaid Shop! Our 'Charity Shop with a Difference' first opened its doors in 2010 and has provided a vast array of stock over the years with an ever changing supply of haberdashery, craft materials and [...]
Bill Duperouzel, as a trustee and former CEO of Workaid , has taken on the role of Coordinator for the Workaid Speaker's Team. Bill has a wealth of experience, having joined the charity in 2006, and has visited various Workaid projects [...]
Since John Fox’s sad death a year ago, Rob Levine has been both Chairman and acting as General Manager. At an extra meeting of the Trustees on 14th September Rob submitted his resignation as Chairman in light of the governance [...]
A real positive from the election is that the 0.7% of GDP aid commitment is less under threat. If that budget was as well-used as Workaid’s funds, I think the difference it would make could be amazing! I am constantly [...]
