Sage Foundation has launched a partnership with national cricket charity Chance to Shine in a bid to help hundreds of children learn important life skills.
The partnership was launched this week with the help of young people from one of the charity’s Street cricket projects in Benwell, Newcastle, where weekly sessions take place at St John’s School. They were joined by cricketing stars Kathryn Bryce, from Trent Rockets, and Sarah Bryce, from Welsh Fire, who played in matches with the children.
Helen Devanny, VP of the Sage Foundation, said: “Just as Sage is trying to knock down barriers for small and medium businesses, the Sage Foundation is helping people in disadvantaged areas to thrive. The partnership with Chance to Shine aligns perfectly with the Hundred’s aims to engage new audiences and make cricket as accessible to all. You cannot underestimate the power that sport has to positively impact the lives of young people. It is a great way to build confidence and self-belief, which can set them up for life.”
Laura Cordingley, CEO of Chance to Shine, said: “We are really excited by our new partnership with Sage and are looking forward to making an impact in communities such as Newcastle. Over the years we’ve seen almost 6 million children pass through our programmes and have witnessed first-hand the incredible things cricket can do for the development of young people. Whether it’s keeping participants active, or building their confidence and teamwork skills, this partnership will make a real difference.”
Staff from professional services firm Accenture took part in a beach clean at Seaton Sluice. Led by Accenture associate director, David Darlington, the team put its commitment to the North East community into action as 20 Accenture colleagues spent more than eight hours litter picking at the beach.
The beach clean was organised as part of Accenture’s Sustainability Value Promise, a strategy to embed sustainability into everything the company does as a means of helping to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Following the beach clean, Accenture worked with Soul2Sand - a local sand artist called Claire Eason - to produce an artistic recreation of the Accenture logo in the sand.
David Darlington said: “At Accenture we want to play an active role in the community. The North East’s coastline is one of the country’s most beautiful sights, and we want to ensure it remains that way.”
The sixth Northern Law Awards celebrated the best of the Northern legal sector recently with Newcastle's Barry Speker picking up the Outstanding Achievement Award.
The former Sintons man was recognised for his 50-year legal career including 31 years as a judge and extensive public work.
The awards, organised by Newcastle events agency Echo Events, celebrated a range of talented teams and individuals, from Christopher Graham of Weightmans (Lawyer of the Year) to Jess King of Cygnet Law (Trainee of the Year) and Melanie Morley of BHP Law (Rising Star of the Year).
Meanwhile Jacksons brought home awards for Team of the Year Property - Residential and also Team of the Year Property - Commercial. Collingwood Legal secured Law Firm of the Year – 1-5 Partners and North took home Legal Department of the Year. TU Law Clinic scooped Pro Bono/Community Initiative award while Sintons was crowned Team of the Year – Personal Injury/Negligence.
Trinity Chambers director Tim Harris said: “Given the disruption of the last couple of years, the members and staff at Trinity welcomed the opportunity to take a central role as Corporate Partner in the 2022 Northern Law Awards. The Awards celebrate the incredible talent, expertise and levels of service being delivered by legal professionals across our region."
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