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Shropshire's Lord Lieutenant officially opens Empathy Inclusion Hub

Empathy for Special Children is delighted to announce that His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, Anna Turner, officially opened our new inclusion hub in Craven Arms on 1 August. The opening ceremony marked a significant milestone for the organisation and the local community, highlighting a shared commitment to creating a welcoming and accessible space for all.

By contributor Rebecca Dhieb
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The Lord-Lieutenant, the King's representative in the county, was joined by her deputies to cut the ribbon and tour the new facility. In her remarks, Mrs Turner praised the vision and dedication of everyone involved in bringing the project to life.

The new hub is designed to be a vibrant and accessible centre for the community, with a mission to provide support, resources, and opportunities for individuals of all abilities, and to foster a sense of belonging and connection among local residents and our neurodiverse community. 

Trustee, Rebecca Dhieb said: "We are so honoured to have the Lord-Lieutenant open our doors and show her support. This inclusion hub has been a passion project, and we are excited to finally share our vision, mission, and aims with the community. We believe this space will become a cornerstone for connection, learning, and empowerment in Shropshire."

Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire with CEO Sam Goddard
Lord Lieutenant of Shropshire with CEO Sam Goddard

The Inclusion Hub offers a range of services and activities, including workshops, social groups, activities, skills training programmes and much more. Our aim is to break down barriers and ensure everyone has the chance to thrive. 

We invite everyone to visit the hub and learn more about how we can work together to build a more inclusive community.

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