A Night of Inspiration: Festival of Hope 2024
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The Festival of Hope 2024, an extraordinary event organised by Rebuild with Hope, made a powerful debut at Feast at the Mills in Wigan. It was an unforgettable evening, full of celebration, heartfelt stories, and inspiring performances.
The night began with an awards ceremony, recognizing the dedication and hard work of the employees at Rebuild with Hope. Founded in 2021, this remarkable foundation supports ex-offenders by providing employment opportunities and comprehensive assistance to help them reintegrate smoothly into their communities. Today, Rebuild with Hope proudly employs 80 staff members, all working toward a brighter, more hopeful future.
Camerados, a social movement for those facing tough times, provided the energetic and uplifting music that set the tone for the evening.
The entertainment captivated the audience, with Danispration, whose mesmerizing dance performance left the crowd in awe.
Ellie Palma-Cash, founder of Epic Hope CIC gave a moving talk reflecting on the month of hope highlighting suicide prevention and her dedication to creating supportive communities in Wigan where mental health is a shared responsibility and the power of hope.
One of the most moving moments of the evening came when Sam Sutherland, from Solace Blackpool, shared her personal story of overcoming the devastating loss of her husband to suicide. Her courage and resilience touched everyone in attendance, reminding us of the strength that can emerge from even the darkest moments.
The Festival of Hope wasn’t just about celebration—it was a call to action. By embracing hope and believing in the collective power to create social impact, the event encouraged us all to take the first steps toward empowering individuals, communities, and places. Connection, conversation, and collaboration are the keys to building a brighter, more genuine future.
The team at Genuine Futures was honoured to be part of this inspiring event. Special thanks go to Louise Atherton and her team at Rebuild with Hope for hosting such a wonderful evening. The Festival of Hope 2024 marked the beginning of something truly special—a movement of healing, growth, and prosperity for all.
Continuing the legacy of hope and prosperity for our young people providing them with motivation guidance and support to build a brighter genuine future.