by Angela Garcia | Nov 28, 2024 | News
The ongoing stigma around substance abuse is preventing members of the BAMER (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, and Refugee) community from seeking help. According to the Pakistan Muslim Centre (PMC), issues at work or home often lead individuals to turn to alcohol...
by Angela Garcia | Nov 22, 2024 | Lifestyle
The first snowfall of the year has arrived in Sheffield so get ready to jingle as east Sheffield’s Christmas fairs light up the season. Starting as early as this Saturday, there are a host of festive markets and community events for friends and family to...
by Angela Garcia | Nov 10, 2024 | Community
Today on Remembrance Sunday, Burngreave Cemetery held a small gathering to remember those who sacrificed their lives in the war. The Friends of Burngreave who organised the event commemorated this year’s Remembrance Sunday by placing wreaths on the cross of sacrifice...
by Angela Garcia | Nov 9, 2024 | Community
Darnall Education and Sports Academy (DESA) spoke to Sheffield Rise about the current struggles faced by the organisation in light of Youth Work Week. The youth organisation, DESA, operates in an area with one of the highest crime rates in the city. Kamran Din, the...
by Angela Garcia | Oct 31, 2024 | Community
Cathy Macpherson, a 63-year-old retired housing officer, spoke to Sheffield Rise during their Halloween event about how a dance organisation in Gleadless changed her life. Due to her Parkinson’s disease, Ms Macpherson would fall frequently, up to five times...
