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Parasol is a new research initiative that is investigating the challenges facing young European nationals in Greater Manchester who are aged 13 -25 years and are at risk of serious exploitation, discrimination or abuse.

There are 3 main areas for the research:
1. Domestic Abuse and Violence
2. Labour Exploitation and Discrimination (including Gang-Masters)
3. Impact of Criminal and other exploitative networks - including trafficking and modern slavery, drugs and sex trades

Would you like a grant to help you organise or take part in a celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) next year?

Manchester City Council are calling for applications from voluntary and community groups, to put on events that relate to the theme of giving women a voice, and particularly women who are under-represented in society, or events which will have a lasting impact on women in their communities.

The theme for 2016 is ‘Women’s Voices – Changing Manchester'

Grants of up to £1,000 are available.

Manchester Met University are launching the Community Research Awards.

Manchester Met University have funding for up to four research projects to work in partnership with local community groups in the Manchester Local Authority area.

Through the scheme, Manchester Met University can provide you with an experienced researcher who can help develop the scope for research in your organisation and then carry out that research for you.

The Lloyds Bank Foundation funding programmes offer short and long term grants. Support is adapted to the needs of small and medium sized charities that are committed to delivering work which breaks or prevents cycles of disadvantage.