"As the Equals Men’s Friendship Group Co-ordinator I am keen to get the group out and about in the community during the summer months.
Sam and Justin from the Men’s Steering Group met me outside Ryde LA Bowl on Tuesday 20th June 2017. Steering Group Member Wayan came along with Ilker.
As a group we took an evening leisurely walk along the sea front and got up close with nature at the canoe lake. Then we walked along to Appley Tower and took in the wonderful views of Solent on a beautiful summer’s evening.
We discussed ways to build the Men’s Friendship Group and shared ideas of fun activities and cultural experiences. We all agreed that once we had a large enough membership an evening to go karting would be amazing fun. In the longer term the men are keen to challenge Women’s Friendship Group to a racing event.
David from the Men’s Steering Group sent his apologies and wished the group evening every success."
Mark
Coming from any background including an ethnic background, you may sometimes feel like you need a friend who understands and supports you in the community.
If so join the New Equals Men’s Friendship Group by coming to an evening Barbecue at Prince’s Green West Cowes on Thursday 24th August 2017, 18.30 to 21:00.
Come and join the New Equals Men’s Friendship Group, building bridges to celebrate and embrace diversity on the Isle of Wight.
At the last AGM meeting held between 10:30-11:30 on Saturday, 17th of June at the Fairlee Room, Riverside Centre in Newport the following members were nominated and elected unanimously by the show of hands
Committee Members (in surname order):
EqualsIW took part in the 2017 Mardi Gras in Ryde on Saturday 1st July 2017.
The theme for the year was "Reflection of India" and the Women's Friendship Group was in
the Imperial India “Deli Durbar” section. Here are a few more images from the day.
Wendy Loader passed the donation bucket and it was almost full thanks to all generous donors especially the kids on the streets ...well done!
Come and Join our new Equals Men’s Friendship Group. Our next informal meet and greet session is on
Come and help develop the new group by taking an evening leisurely walk along the sea front.
Stopping for refreshments at Appley Café (bring own money) before joining in with some beach games such as footbal or cricket or just chill out with a game of frisbee.
Coming from an ethnic background, you may sometimes feel like you need a friend who understands and supports you within the community.
To find out more or confirm you are attending contact the Equals Men’s Friendship Group Co-Ordinator Mark Cox
Here is our pdf flyer for the event.
Our Annual General Meeting will be held in the Fairlee Room at the Riverside Centre in Newport (10am - 12pm) on Saturday, 27th May 2017.
Our Annual General Meeting was held in the Fairlee Room at the Riverside Centre in Newport (10am - 11.30am) on Saturday, 27th May 2017.
The next committee meeting will be held int the Man in the Moon Restaurant on the second floor at 10am - 11.30am on the 22nd July 2017.
A table will be reserved for us.
The Man in the Moon Restaurant is at 16–17 St James Street, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 5HB.
Equals friendship group team had a great time and success participating in the Family Fun Day at East Cowes Town Hall.
Here are the current and recent planned events for the Ladies' Friendship Group
Come and Join our new Equals Men’s Friendship Group. Our first informal meet and greet session is on
Come and share in fun activities designed to get to know one another.
Come and suggest ways to build the new men’s group and explore ideas and ways of future fun and cultural experiences.
Coming from an ethnic background, you may sometimes feel like you need a friend who understands and supports you in the community.
If so join the New Equals Men’s Friendship Group.
To find out more or confirm you are attending contact the Equals Men’s Friendship Group Co-Ordinator Mark Cox
Here is our pdf flyer for the event.
Very pleased with the success of the New Year Party on Jan 20, 2017 at the Combined Social Club in Cowes. The Team Friendship group of Equals worked hard to raise £258 for food and raffles. Thank you all of you and to your friends that comes along. Hope to see you one more soon!