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Rotary clubs across Lancashire and Cumbria help to drive out slavery
In an inspiring effort to combat modern slavery, Rotary clubs across Lancashire and Cumbria have signed a pledge to support the campaign.
The Modern Slavery Bus made an appearance at Rotafest, a district event organised by Rotary in Cumbria and Lancashire held in Lancaster.
The double decker bus is a mobile exhibition, branded with anti-slavery messages promoting the national Modern Slavery Helpline, which people can call to report any concerns they have about individuals who may be enslaved or trafficked.
The branded bus belongs to the Pan-Lancashire Anti-Slavery Partnership with the aim of raising awareness in Merseyside by encouraging people to find out more about the issue and learn how to spot the warning signs.
Lytham Rotarians Deborah Wilkinson and Christine Bentley were at the forefront of an initiative at Rotafest encouraging Rotary clubs to sign up for The Pledge, committed to raising awareness and supporting the fight against modern slavery.
“By signing The Pledge, Rotary clubs can help shine a light on the hidden horrors happening right in our communities and take a stand against exploitation.”
“Modern slavery is an urgent and often overlooked issue,” said Deborah Wilkinson. “By signing The Pledge, Rotary clubs can help shine a light on the hidden horrors happening right in our communities and take a stand against exploitation.”
The campaign’s message was well-received at Rotafest, with several Rotary clubs showing their support by signing The Pledge.
Lytham Rotary and Lancashire Police are calling on more clubs to join the cause, emphasising the collective power of community action in eradicating modern slavery.
Meanwhile, the Rotary community in Lancashire came together with a heartfelt tribute to 21-year-old Harrison Bretherton who died in a road traffic accident last September.
‘Harrison’s 22nd mile’ raised £30,000 for the Firefighters Charity, who were first responders at the scene, and Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool which holds a special place in the family's hearts.
Over 75 participants, including runners, bikers, and walkers, gathered at Fleetwood Lower Lighthouse for an event which was organised with the help of a number of Rotary clubs including the Lytham, Lytham St Anne’s, Blackpool Palatine and Fleetwood clubs. The route took entrants along the Fylde coastline from Fleetwood to the Lytham Windmill – a total of 22 miles.
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