Alison Mckenzie-Folan

Excited! Our VCSE conference is finally here - tomorrow c.150 of us will be discussing all things Live Well 💕 #Salford #LiveWell #GM #VCSE @salfordcvs @WelshLizzie @AlisonMc_F @AndyBurnhamGM @10GMpartners

This feeling! >>>

It's home, again.

NEWS: Phil and Hacker will be star attractions on Believe Square 🌟 Full story 👉 orlo.uk/BelieveStar_HZ…

📣 Business owners! Join us at Believe In Business Festival 2025 for expert talks, 1:1 support & real growth strategies. 📍 Wigan | 📅 25 Sept | 🕗 8am–2pm 🎟️ Book now: bit.ly/3GfjjDM @WiganCouncil

.@WiganCouncil's Community Recruitment Events are back this September 💚 ❗️UPDATE: Neighbouring councils @SalfordCouncil and @boltoncouncil will also be there to showcase some of their roles too! Find out ALL about the events at the link in the comments👇

The Risley, Holcroft and Chat Moss National Nature Reserve launches today! With partners, we're restoring peatlands that are over 10,000 years old. @CheshireWT @Lancswildlife @WiganCouncil, Woodland Trust, @ForestryEngland @WarringtonBC gov.uk/government/new… #NatureRecovery

NEWS: Magnificent seven keep Green Flag status ahead of Love Parks Week Green Flags will be flying proudly across Wigan Borough again this year after seven local parks were recognised among the best in the country. Full story: orlo.uk/0bf2o

🏆 Your 2025 Women's @TheChallengeCup winners! #WWRL #ChallengeCup

What a final stop. Thank you @AlisonMc_F for your closing words at Wigan Community Corner. “A place where people can belong”. Let’s all: ✨See the person ✨Listen deeply  ✨Know this place  ✨Connect to communities ✨Do the right thing  ✨Take pride #GMLiveWell #DrivingChange

From start-ups to social enterprises, apprentices to industry leaders, this year’s categories recognise the businesses and individuals making a real impact across Wigan Borough. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to nominate someone before 10th April: bit.ly/3X8cTf8

We are delighted to share Theo's success in this years BBC 500 words contest. Inspired by his love for music 'A New Harmony' earned him gold prize in the age 8- 11 category and a trip to Buckingham Palace. Watch actor Rob Brydon reading the story below!

An one of its kind opportunity to work with us @WWLNHS @edgehill @WiganCouncil in this amazing collaborative role as Joint Care Sector Clinical Fellow (Band 7) jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/joba… Come and make the difference with us 🤩 @sturdy_deborah @JackieALeigh @edgehill @emmajayaddie

Brilliant! What a difference this will have made in inspiring these local young people. Thank you, @TilburyNorth and JJH Builders. #MakingADifference

✨@angelafell and @AlisonMc_F doing a brilliant double act sharing the secret sauce of their work in #Wigan, creating #GMLiveWell spaces and places that are community-led and system-enabled. ✨

LAST CHANCE! Book you spot on our FREE online Cybersecurity event this morning 🔏 As cyber threats grow more frequent and sophisticated, organisations must take proactive steps to manage their own cyber risk. But it's not just about the technical teams—strong governance and accountability at the board level are critical to ensure cyber resilience. Are councils prepared? What actions can be taken to increase resilience and manage risk effectively? 👨🏻‍💻 Event: What is good Cyber Governance? 📆 Date: Thursday, 20th March 2025 🕥 Time: 10:30–12:00 💻 Location: Delivered Virtually via (Microsoft Teams) Join us for an exclusive FREE event in collaboration with Solace, Local Government Association @LGAcomms, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) (@SciTechgovuk) to deliver the Cyber Governance Code of Practice. As senior leaders, you have a pivotal role to play in shaping a culture of cyber security across your organisation. With the UK government launching the Cyber Governance Code of Practice, now is the time to step up and lead the charge. The webinar will explore: 🔒 Practical strategies for fostering a robust cyber culture. 🛠️ Tools and support available to help councils thrive in the digital age. Meet our speakers: 🎙️Jack Harrigan, Acting Head of Cyber Resilience and Incentives, DSIT 🎙️Jamie Cross, Programme Manager Cyber Support, LGA CDT team 🎙️Dave Siflett, Senior Technical Adviser, LGA CDT team 🎙️Katie Owen, Cyber Assessment Framework Service Owner, MHCLG With thanks to our Chair Alison McKenzie-Folan (@AlisonMc_F), Chief Executive, Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council and spokesperson for Digital Leadership. Don't miss this chance to elevate your cyber security knowledge and leadership skills! Book your FREE place via our website 👉 ✨ bit.ly/3DEZ8Op #LocalGov #CyberSecurity #Leadership #Webinar #LocalGovernment #CyberResilience Discover exclusive sponsorship opportunities in our brochure. Contact Roberta Henry for more info: eventsponsorship@solace.org.uk. 📥 Download Sponsorship Brochure: bit.ly/4bZmZVo

⚠️ 🤖 When a cyber-attack threatens your organisation, what's your first move as a senior leader? FREE VIRTUAL EVENT: What is good Cyber Governance? 📆 Date: Thursday, 20th March 2025 🕥 Time: 10:30–12:00 💻 Location: Delivered Virtually via (Microsoft Teams) Solace, Local Government Association @LGAcomms, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) (@SciTechgovuk) are collaborating to deliver the Cyber Governance Code of Practice. As cyber threats become increasingly frequent and sophisticated, it's essential for organisations to proactively manage their cyber risks. Establishing robust accountability and governance frameworks at the board level is key to prioritising this issue. With the UK government launching the Cyber Governance Code of Practice, now is the ideal time for leaders to learn how to protect their councils. Are councils prepared? Join our free webinar to discover: 🔒 The pivotal role of leadership in cyber security 🔧 Real-world examples of building a strong cyber culture 🛠️ Tools and resources to boost councils resilience and manage cyber risks Meet our speakers: 🎙️Jack Harrigan, Acting Head of Cyber Resilience and Incentives, DSIT 🎙️Jamie Cross, Programme Manager Cyber Support, LGA CDT team 🎙️Dave Siflett, Senior Technical Adviser, LGA CDT team 🎙️Katie Owen , Cyber Assessment Framework Service Owner, MHCLG With thanks to our Chair Alison McKenzie-Folan (@AlisonMc_F), Chief Executive, spokesperson for Digital Leadership. Don't miss this chance to elevate your cyber security knowledge and leadership skills! Book your FREE place via our website 👉 ✨ bit.ly/3QP5wFu #LocalGov #CyberSecurity #Leadership #Webinar #LocalGovernment #CyberResilience Discover exclusive sponsorship opportunities in our brochure. Contact Roberta Henry for more info: eventsponsorship@solace.org.uk. 📥 Download Sponsorship Brochure: bit.ly/4hfvWeg

Our Framework was designed to Include @WiganCouncil Progress with Unity roadmap to show our commitment to integrated working to improve our patients outcomes across our borough @AlisonMc_F @WWLNHS @sturdy_deborah @teamCNO_ @NursingTimes @NurseStandard @melaniejaynepi1

next week Saturday (8th of March 2025) is #InternationalWomensDay, an important moment marked since 1911. #IWD2025 focuses on how we can #AccelerateAction for #genderequality within our own sphere of influence💪 @WiganCouncil @TNLComFund @womensday

Today we are commemorating #HolocaustMemorialDay on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. 🕯️ Events at Wigan Town Hall and Leigh Town Hall will see members of our community come together to learn more about the past and work to build a better future.