Collaboration, Creativity, and Connection: 3SG Exhibits at the Welcome Community Network Event
- Emma Huggill
- Jun 5
- 2 min read
When local organisations work in silos, the whole community misses out. That is why events like the Welcome Community Network gathering are so vital. On Wednesday, some of the 3SG team - Becky, David, Paula, Toni and Rob - headed to the historic Guildhall in Bath to exhibit, network, and explore how we can all work more closely together to better connect local residents with the support they need.
The morning was a vibrant celebration of the third sector, packed with energy, learning, and purposeful interaction. Attendees took part in fast-paced "speed-dating networking" sessions, ensuring everyone had a chance to share their mission. The crowd also heard a powerful keynote speech on the strength of grassroots collaboration from Deborah Hale MBE - who famously organised the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay - alongside inspiring updates on the support received by representatives from Southside’s Writhlington Hub.
Showcasing Wellbeing
For 3SG, the event was a brilliant opportunity to showcase our own impact. Paula, our Wellbeing Courses Coordinator, was on hand at the 3SG exhibition stall, sharing insights into our upcoming programs and taster sessions. Reflecting on the morning, Paula said:
"A big thank you to the Community Network for hosting such a fantastic morning for organisations to connect, collaborate, and share the great work they do. I made some wonderful new connections during the event, and we were delighted to showcase a selection of our wellbeing course taster sessions."
A Joined-Up Approach for Bath & North East Somerset
Beyond exhibiting, the event gave our team a chance to see the sheer breadth of incredible services being delivered across the region by the council, churches, and fellow charities.
Rob, our Somer Valley Development Manager, spent time exploring the various stalls and even got stuck into some of the interactive wellbeing activities on offer. Rob shared:
"It was an absolute pleasure to go around the stalls and find out more about the various services that the council, charities, and churches provide. I left feeling hopeful of a more joined-up approach to helping people to live happy lives. Shout out to the Wellbeing College and Creative Roots for the twig-weaving mindfulness session - it was such fun and I learned a new skill!"
Looking Forward
Ultimately, the event was a great reminder that our sector works best when we are actually talking and sharing ideas. The 3SG team left the Guildhall with plenty of food for thought, some excellent new contacts, and a renewed focus on how we can work more closely with other providers across the region.
We’d like to say a big thank you to the organisers at the Welcome Community Network for putting the morning together. It was time well spent, and we look forward to catching up soon with the people we met.
A selection of photos from the event. Top Left: Paula with coleagues from the Community Wellbeing Hub, at the shared stall with Wellbeing Courses. Top right: Becky and David candidly talking to visitors to the 3SG stall. Bottom left: Paula holding the Olypmic torch and smiling at the camera. Bottom right: Rob holding up his creation from the twig-weaving taster session, smiling at the camera. Logos of 3SG and Wellbeing Courses in bottom right corner.
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