EVENT PARTNERS
Our event Partners support us in non-monetary ways and a team of volunteers generously help out on the day and during the months leading up to the event. If you are looking for sponsorship opportunities, please do get in touch and we can explore a collaboration.
THE MINDFULNESS NETWORK
The Mindfulness Network is a registered charity. We serve the mindfulness community and general public through supervision, retreats and training courses delivered both in-person and via our online platform - the Mindfulness Network Community site. The Mindfulness Network Community Friends (MNCF) is an initiative to engage the wider mindfulness community and reach new audiences through donation-based events and opportunities to practice. Led by a Committee of Volunteers, supported by the Mindfulness Network, we work together to run a programme of events and inspiring content. By developing mindfulness and compassion both internally and through our services, the Mindfulness Network has the intention to reduce/alleviate human suffering, promote well-being and create the conditions in which people, communities and the planet, can flourish. We aim to bring together highly-trained mindfulness-based supervisors, retreat leaders and teacher trainers who all work within Good Practice Standards set out by the British Association of Mindfulness-Based Approaches (BAMBA).
BREATHWORKS
Breathworks is an international mindfulness organisation founded in the United Kingdom, which offers mindfulness-based approaches to living well with pain, stress, and illness. Since 2001, they have trained over 100,000 people to unlock the benefits of mindfulness and compassion practice for themselves, their patients and their communities. Breathworks also runs an accredited teacher training programme that has qualified over 600 mindfulness teachers in over 35 different countries. The organisation is committed to making mindfulness accessible and inclusive to everyone and provides bursaries and scholarships for those with financial barriers. Visit: www.breathworks-mindfulness.org.uk
MANCHESTER ART GALLERY
We’re open! Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. What can you expect when you visit the Gallery? Discover here
MINDFULNESS NETWORK FOR PEOPLE OF COLOUR
MNPC is a community interest company with a focus on programs for people of colour and establishing a sitting practice. To support, resource and explore ways of managing life & positive identity through Mindfulness.
RAINBOW MIND
Rainbow Mind is a new service aiming to tackle mental health issues for individuals within the LGBTQI+ community. Rainbow Mind is a collaborative project between Mind in the City, Hackney and Waltham Forest (Mind CHWF) and Mind in Salford, working across London and Greater Manchester. Website: rainbowmind.org
MINDFUL DIRECTORY
Mindful Directory, a collaboration with mindful.org, is a global platform where mindfulness professionals and training organizations share their details and display event information. On the Directory, you will find a range of meditation courses, retreats and teachers. Mindful Directory brings together mindfulness meditation teachers & professionals and events in one convenient location. Visit: mindfuldirectory.org
THE MINDFULNESS GROUP FOR MEN (MGM)
The Mindfulness Group for Men (MGM) is a free monthly online session, in two parts, for men who are completely new to mindfulness, and for those with experience. We meet on the third Saturday of each month, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm. The first part is for those who have experience, have attended at least an 8-week course, or have established their own regular practice. Both mindfulness trainees and qualified teachers are warmly invited to guide a meditation during this part of our session. In the second part, we welcome beginners to the group. Meditations are guided by qualified experienced volunteer teachers. The MGM was set up in January 2021 with the intention of creating a welcoming place for men to begin their mindfulness journey and /or deepen their practice. Our ambition is to attract more men into the practice of this millennial wholesome tradition. Click here for all further info.
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JOLLY JOSH
Jolly Josh is a local charity based in Rochdale that provides dedicated peer support and safe spaces for children, families and carers of children with disabilities, complex and special needs. Jolly Josh was set up by devoted mum Carole in September 2017, exactly one month after her son Joshua James passed away at just 15 months old. Within the first year of opening, Jolly Josh welcomed 63 families and 23 professionals from the NHS, other charities and services, enabling children and families to connect, support and thrive. www.jollyjosh.co.uk
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JOIN US! BE A PARTNER/SPONSOR
Get in touch if you wish to be a Partner of the Manchester Mindfulness Festival! We are particularly keen to give local charities an opportunity to raise their profile at our event. We also welcome Sponsors and look forward to exploring a responsible collaboration.