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Promoting equality in Midlothian matters!

P. Smith
Feb 28, 2019
2 min read

In Midlothian from the 4th to the 9th of March the Equality Midlothian week will take place with events being held in Mayfield, Penicuik, Gorebridge and throughout the region!

The purpose of this interesting and fun week is to raise awareness of equality issues and promote a more equal Midlothian. Cultural awareness, disability, mental health, kinship care, domestic abuse and LGBT issues are all part of the event.

We often hear about these important matters in a negative light - for example: hostility, financial strain and unfairness. Rightly so as such incidences and attitudes must be challenged however the week aims to add some celebration into the mix especially with one of the highlights being the Midlothian Mela event which will be held in Gorebridge on Saturday the 9th of March where there will be culture, food and entertainment! This family friendly day is situated at 'The Gorebridge Beacon'.

Seen but not heard - Understanding eating disorders

This event will take place on Wednesday the 6th of March at Lawfield Primary School in Mayfield and booking is essential through CAPS advocacy. The times are 10.30am to 2.00pm

Health in Mind will support an event in Cultural Awareness in Mental Health at Penicuik town hall on the 5th of March from 9.30am to 4.30pm.

This is just a sample of what will be going on. Equality is not just a buzz word or a politically correct stance - it is an attitude, a mind set and an openness towards what may be unfamiliar or unknown. It is also a realization that 'difference' and 'diversity' is a great thing! So whether you or someone close is 'coming out', 'speaks a different language' or 'is struggling with mental health issues' - the key is to become informed, find what support/contacts are available and above all seek out the common feature - humanity and celebrate it as we have far more similarities than differences.

Equality week promises to be something rather special - don't miss out and 'spread the word'!

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