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Welcome to the Hugs Not Handouts Podcast!
Join us on a journey of love, support, and transformation with the Hugs Not Handouts podcast by Faith in Families. Our mission is to share heart-warming stories and expert insights that highlight the power of community and family in creating positive change. Each episode features inspiring conversations with individuals who have experienced first-hand the impact of compassion and support.
About the Podcast
Hugs Not Handouts focuses on:
Real Stories: Listen to personal experiences that demonstrate the strength and resilience of families and communities.
Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from professionals in the fields of social work, psychology, and family support.
Empowerment: Learn how simple acts of kindness and support can make a significant difference in the lives of others.
Latest Episodes
Stay up-to-date with our most recent episodes and dive into stories that will uplift and inspire you.
Episode 1: The Heart of Faith in Families
In this debut episode of ‘Hugs not Handouts,’ we explore the heart of Faith in Families. Join us as CEO Cherrie Bija shares the charity’s inspiring history and mission. Hear from Natasha Cardone about the transformative Inspiring Futures Project, and learn how volunteers make a difference with insights from Joanne Zapettis, our Volunteer Manager. Discover the impact and ways you can get involved.
Episode 2: Back To School with a Cwtch
In Episode 2 of the “Hugs Not Handouts” podcast with Faith in Families, join host Siany as she takes you behind the scenes of our heartwarming “Back to School with a Cwtch” campaign. This episode shines a spotlight on the incredible community effort that ensured hundreds of children and young people started the new school year with the supplies they needed to succeed. With generous support from Amazon, Castell Howell, and Veeqo, along with the help of Atom Electrical Contractors, JCP Solicitors, Swansea Building Society, Consumer Energy Solutions Ltd, Shani’s Glitter and Paints, Swansea Council, Coast Funding, Tonner Johns Ratti Solicitors, Carolyn Harris MP, Joy Ogeh-Hutfield, Morgans Hotel, Pure Swansea Football Academy, Sainsbury’s, Low Cost Printing, Swan Alloy, Day’s Rental, ReThink PR, Gareth Danks Photography, High Sheriff of West Glamorgan, and the Welsh Ambulance Service, this campaign truly was a community effort.
Listen in as we hear from Faith in Families CEO Cherrie Bija, Aisling from Veeqo, MP Carolyn Harris, Joy Ogeh-Hutfield, Owen from Amazon, Tim and Jackie from Swansea Council, and several grateful parents who share their stories of how these events made a difference in their lives. This episode is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and collaboration. Don’t miss it!
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Thank you for being a part of our community. Together, we can make a difference, one hug at a time.
