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28 January 2010

Combating poverty and social exclusion - free regional event

Thursday 25th February 2010 (10.00 till 4.00) - Weston Super Mare

This free event has been organised by the Department for Work and Pensions, Third Sector European Network, South West Action on Poverty and South West Forum, and will:
  • Introduce the EY 2010 European Year for Combating Poverty and Social Exclusion and explain its purpose
  • Raise awareness of poverty in the South West particularly in rural and coastal communities
  • Highlight current activity to combat poverty within the region
  • Explore ways in which action to combat poverty can be increased

By sharing best practice and engaging additional stakeholders, this event will contribute to a legacy for the European Year, ultimately leading to an improved quality of life for those currently most disadvantaged within the region.

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