With so many Bank Holidays coming up I've collated what we're up to for the next 2 weeks...
It a sad start to this weeks blog as it will be the last one that includes Kate as our fabulous London Regional Organiser - Kate leaves us next week and will be MUCH missed. We all wish her well. She is currently making sure she's got things ready to hand over to the new RO; we're currently in the process of recruiting for the role - do get in touch for more information of this and other vacancies if you're interested.
Clare, Tracey, Sheena & Susan have been exploring a new online initiative - exciting times in the world of community blogs! Do keep an eye out for updates and to see how you can get more involved as one of our online volunteers.
Clare is also working on NHS fertility funding with meetings planned in London and with a Commissioning Group. Clare's also meeting with a MP to look at funding in his constiuency.
Claire is on annual leave this week, she's picked a great week to enjoy the sunshine, as Claire returns Ali then goes off next week for 2 weeks annual leave. We hope she has a great time too!
Sharon is this week meeting with MTL volunteers, we'd love ot have more information from regional members on the MTL site - and I N Uk & ACeBabes too, do get in touch if you'd like to get more involved. Sharon is also working on grant applications and finalising a report on the Think Positive workshops. The next Stork support group is coming up too - do keep an eye on the NI forum for info and updates from Fiona & Sharon.
Sheena has been working on new funding streams and getting everything in place to welcome a new Business Development Manager when they come on board. It really is an exciting time when new people join the team.
Gwenda has been meeting with local volunteers, planning new support groups and active members getting more involved. Do get int ouch with Gwenda if you'd like to know about regional support services. We are happy to have regional chats if members are keen - for I N UK, MTL and/or ACeBabes. All it takes is members to make it happen! Gwenda's also been helping the BBC - taking part in a radio documentary and planning future mail outs.
Helene has been working on ACeBabes events and regional funding. Do see the ACeBabes forums for information. Helene is also promoting our support servides at a Women & Mental Health event and working on raising awareness of local I N UK & MTL groups too!
Diane will be on the PAL on line & on the phone on Wednesday this week and then back to normal from Wednesday 4th May, please do remember the Helpliners and Linkliners are here to offer telephone support when the PAL is closed. (PAL = Professional Advice Line for those who think I N UK is 'just' a website. With those in mind, do you know about the magazine too? There really is a lot more than the website!
We all hope you have an eggstremely good Easter and happy flag waving for the 29th. A quick reminder to sign off - infertility can feel incredibly isolating, especially when families & friends get together. Do be kind to you and check out the Coping Strategies factsheet for quick fixes and longer lasting ideas too
