From the editor

It may have felt a bit like winter lately, but take heart - the season of summer is upon us! Many of you may remember last edition’s poetry, a gift of articulate vision that I cannot hope to repeat. While the anonymous poet remains with us, I have taken it upon myself to write a quick note to share news of the latest happenings here at BPEC.

Following months of development, we are pleased to launch the ‘3rd Age @ BPEC’ programme this month (see below for more) Our Development Education project is also moving forward at a rapid pace - see back page for details of our new school resources and recent conference where the children were creative in their demands for fair trade!

The Green Pages continues to impress as volunteers begin preparations for the next edition. If you would like to be involved or if you desire to be listed in the 2007 edition, please contact Eowyn here at BPEC.

Our volunteers are also organising a variety of Open Day events focused on issues of local government plans on climate change and the possibility of war and need for peace in Iran. Drop us a line if you are interested in taking part and stay tuned to our events list for more details.

Look inside for information on a variety of other funding and socialising events - we would value your opinion, so let us know in which events you would like to participate!

On a staffing note, I would like to say my (not quite) goodbyes. This is my last BPEC newsletter as Co-ordinator as I leave to start a new position in June. I am glad that I shall remain involved with BPEC as a Trustee on the managing board, because it has been such a pleasure to work with everyone involved – members, partner organisations, management, and especially the volunteers.

Really, they are truly fantastic! I shall remain in Brighton, so please stay in touch!

In peace --Stacia