International Women’s Day: a global celebration
It's International Women's Day on 8 March. But what exactly does it mean? Jacqueline explains more...
Four amazing groups that support local diverse UK communities
“Be the change you want to see” is saying first attributed to Gandhi. Can you help these organisations do just that...
The MoonWalk: a great cause
Best wishes to all those taking part in The MoonWalk again this year, raising money for breast cancer care! Can you help?
The Buddy Bag Foundation: helping children in crisis
Sadly, thousands of children are taken into emergency care every year. Karen set up the Buddy Bag Foundation to help ease their transition...
How do you feel about ageing?
Do you feel your age, or are the older generation still as active as the next generation? Marianne challenges the stereotype.
Jeanne Ellin: Opening windows, resurgent mint and thought control
Do you know how to operate a window? Jeanne has been offered instruction - although she's confident she doesn't need it!
Jeanne Ellin: Back to the 60s at 70; a comic and a farm
Jeanne takes a nostalgic look back at the 60s, miniskirts and bunny girls.
Helping women; being a Soroptimist
How do you meet like-minded women, find a fulfilling way to spend your day and make a difference? Margaret tells us more.
Jeanne Ellin: pink hair, a best friend chair and a punk rock band
How do you celebrate your seventieth birthday? Go pink and rock out to a punk band, of course.
Jeanne Ellin: Alarming confirmation of an old wives’ tale
As her operation gets closer, Jeanne is given advice on how to manage her post-op care.
Jeanne Ellin: Losing my rainbows and the benefits of hoarding
How would you manage without clear vision for a few weeks? Jeanne prepares for post-op eyesight.
Fascinating women: Sue Fish
Women's rights pioneer and former Chief Constable at Notts Police Sue Fish is a Fascinating Lady to know...
Jeanne Ellin: Where have all the heroes gone?
There are heroes all around us, but do we notice them? Jeanne looks at what makes a hero in her eyes.
Exploring feminism for the next generation
How can you answer questions about feminism when you aren't sure what it is? Gayle explores what equality means for the next generation
Jeanne Ellin: The other kind of love; street grandmothering; one day my chair will come
In this month of Valentine's love, Jeanne considers the other types of love we share.