Bring It To The Table

In this episode we speak to two brilliant women leading the response to period poverty in Nottingham. Claire Henson, the founder of the Free Period Nottingham, discusses her experience in starting the campaign and broader views on what can be done to tackle period poverty. In the second half of the podcast we converse with India-Rose, the President of the University of Nottingham's 'Once a Month' Committee and the committee's work in organising student-led donations.

Listen in on our talk with Paula Pontes

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Women of Nottingham Podcast S3E2 Featuring Ravelle-Sade Fairman

In the first episode of Season 3 we speak to the brilliant Rose Thompson founder of the 'Sistas Against Cancer Support Group'. Rose tells us her story about loosing her mum and twin sister to breast cancer that led her to creating the support group. 

In our series two finale we speak to the joyful Janet Rose, co-founder of Nottingham's "When Women Gather". She tells us about finding body confidence through belly dance, why women need to advocate for their self-care and the wonder of all women.

Two women for the price of one on this week's episode! Katie and Ruth both work at Nottingham Women's Centre. They talk about the vital support the centre offers, the huge impact of Covid-19 on women in the area and the importance of safe spaces.

Claire Bale is the woman behind brilliant blog, "Oo! That's A Bit Racey!" and she talks to us about the importance of representation in books and how reading can help us start important conversations around race.

Follow her at: @oo_thats_a_bit_racey

NB: Due to remote recording there are some slight audio issues in this episode, but we felt they were minor enough as not not pull the interview.

Micha Bradshaw tells us her story of childhood trauma, her journey to being an award winning campaigner and how she now helps women in the city with their mental health. A wonderful woman with a powerful story - make sure you give it a listen. TW: Rape, Self Harm, Suicide.