Partners in Pine
 The Council hosted its partners at Hounslow House recently to establish the Nature Recovery Stakeholder Board.
The collaboration brings together key stakeholders including London Wildlife Trust & Royal Parks and is fulfilling a commitment outlined in Hounslow’s Nature Recovery Action Plan (NRAP), which was initially adopted in the summer of 2023.
This partnership forms a crucial component of the borough's efforts to address climate action and mitigate the biodiversity crisis.
The five-year plan will create better-connected habitats for wildlife and plants across Hounslow, while improving public access to nature and developing resilience to climate change.
Celebrate International Women’s Day
 Come and celebrate International Women’s Day with us in style at Cranford Community College on Friday, 8 March.
We will have fascinating guests from all walks of life including local groups SHEWISE and Soul Purpose 360 plus Archana Dixit, Senior Gynaecologist from West Middlesex Hospital, Valerie Hill, CEO of Middlesex Association for the Blind, Mollie Holmes, captain of Brentford FC Women’s team, and a senior teacher from Kingsley Academy. There will be a Q&A, fashion show and refreshments to enjoy too!
There are also lots of other events taking place across the borough to mark International Women's Day.
You do the maths
 The London Multiply Programme, an initiative organised by the Mayor of London, is coming to Feltham Community Hub on Thursday, 7 March between 1 and 4pm.
The accredited events offer free numeracy training to adults across London. Whether you need help with finances, assisting your children with their homework, or just want to improve your maths skills to further yourself, then come to the session and see what help is available.
Career advice and support for young people
 National Careers Week, 4-9 March, aims to improve the life chances and social mobility of young people.
Through Hounslow’s Youth Skills & Employment Guarantee (YSEG), young people aged 14-25 who live in the borough can access free information, guidance and support for education, employment, and training opportunities.
Those aged 16-19, or aged 16-25 - if they have an education, health and care plan (EHCP) - can drop in to Hounslow House every Tuesday afternoon, 3pm-5pm for advice and support from the Hounslow Connexions team.
Additionally, young people aged 18 or above can contact Work Hounslow to discuss career goals, improve CVs, search for London Living Wage job vacancies and prepare for job interviews. Contact the team to find out more via work@hounslow.gov.uk.
Pandemic and mental health exploration event
 Brentford FC Community Sports Trust is working with West London Community Eating Disorder Service to deliver a project to tackle the stigma associated with mental health and disordered eating. On Monday, 4 March they are co-hosting an event to launch the project at Brentford FC Community Hub.
On the day there will be a screening of the short film 'Nexus: the power of connections', which explores the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on young people's mental health, eating-related coping strategies, and the power of social connections.
Free health event for carers
 If you are an unpaid carer, sign up for a free event on Thursday, 7 March to hear about health and care services available to carers.
The event will run from 10.30am to 1pm at Southville Community Centre, Feltham, TW14 8AP. On the day you'll be able to hear from health experts about managing your own health and preventing cardiovascular disease.
Carers will also have the chance to discuss health queries or blood pressure concerns with the Health Outreach Team, who will be offering free blood pressure, carbon dioxide level, and BMI checks.
Reserve your free spot by emailing the Carers team.
Have your say on Children and Young People's Plan
 The Council’s new Children and Young People’s Plan sets out its commitment and ambitions for children and young people aged 0-18 years, and 18-25 years for those with SEND or in care for the next five years.
Shaped by input from over 2,000 young people, the plan reflects on what matters most to them - a greener, healthier, cleaner, safer, liveable, and thriving Hounslow.
It is a rolling plan which will be reviewed and updated annually based on feedback gathered throughout the year to ensure it evolves with changing service demands.
Additionally, starting in April, the Council will host theme-based events that bring young people, families, and community partners together to have their say.
Women into Construction and Green Skills
 Unemployed women or those looking for a career change are invited to attend a construction and green skills jobs and training fair.
The event, which celebrates International Women’s Day, will be held on Friday, 8 March at The Drum in Wembley.
Attendees will be able to meet employers with vacancies and colleges offering apprenticeships, training, and qualifications in construction and green skills.
Click here for details and to find out how unemployed women can register to attend. The event is organised by West London College, Women into Construction, and the West London Green Skills Hub.
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