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Education for Social Change
Wednesday, 1 February 2017
The Woodcraft Folk is the co-operative social educational movement for young people. Our Aims & Principles state that: “We will work to develop the knowledge, attitudes, values and skills necessary for our members to act to secure their equal participation in the democratic process that will enable them to bring about the changes that they feel are necessary to create a more equal and caring world.” Unfolding global and national events have brought these aims into sharp focus.
Northern regional camp 2017
Friday, 20 January 2017
The Northern Region are planning a co-operative camp, on in which Districts choose to camp at the same time and in the same place as other Districts. District will each be responsible for their own catering, equipment and transport BUT will have the opportunity to network with each other.
Hands In 2017
Friday, 20 January 2017
During the Spring term groups are being encouraged to think to the future - what are their ambitions for their group and the wider movement as we head towards our centenary in 2025.
Book Now - District Officeholder Webinars
Friday, 13 January 2017
This term we're running a number of Webinars on District Office Bearer roles:
Folk Assembly 2017 - Save the Date!
Friday, 16 December 2016
Bookings are open CLICK HERE!!
Folk Assembly 2017 will be held at Bramphope Campsite near Leeds from Friday 23 June to Sunday 25 June.
Folk Assembly will have great opportunities for training, discussion and development - and social activities.
Meet Woodies from around the country and share ideas.
Woodcraft International camp 2020
Sunday, 11 December 2016
Woodcraft will be hosting an international camp in the summer of 2020.
Woodcrafters of all ages are invited to join us along with IFM-SEI groups from all over the world, for a week of fun and festivity.
Exeter District Celebrates.......
Friday, 9 December 2016
Past and present members of Exeter District were delighted to come together at a Ceilidh for a joint celebration -
Woodcraft Folks 90 years and a surprise Acknowledgement of their oldest serving member of 96 years - Riki
Co-op Energy Christmas prize draw
Wednesday, 7 December 2016
Co-op Energy are offering a Christmas/New Year prize to Woodcraft districts in a new prize draw. All you have to do is compare the price you pay your current supplier with the price you could pay Co-operative Energy and you'll be entered into a prize draw to win a £150 donation for your District.
Leaving a legacy to Woodcraft Folk
Wednesday, 7 December 2016
For over ninety years, Woodcraft Folk has been working with children and young people with the aim of building a world based on equality, friendship, peace and social justice.
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