Welcome to this week's Financial Inclusion Network news

The Financial Inclusion Network is an informal group of over 250 members taken from the Public and Third Sectors which covers all areas of South Lanarkshire.  This network is to share information from a wide range of themes. We hope to provide a new update each week that can be accessed by all members at any time to see what is going on in the area under the headings below. If you would like an item included within our weekly news, please complete our short online form here: https://forms.office.com/e/Ht5w7iAuFi.  For further information, please email communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 

Money is not the only problem – Online access

There are many things which you may need to be able to access online, such as shopping, job applications and benefits help. If you need either equipment, skills or an internet connection to be able to do this, the following section lists places that may be able to help you

https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory/182/money_is_not_the_only_problem/category/517

International Women’s Day 2026 – Menopause Awareness Session

As part of International Women’s Day 2026, NHS Lanarkshire is hosting an online Menopause Awareness Session to help build understanding and highlight the support available.

Whether you’re looking to learn more for yourself, support a partner, colleague, friend or family member, this session is open to all.

Thursday 5 March, 2.00pm – 4.00pm on Microsoft Teams

The session will cover:
• What menopause is
• Common symptoms and treatment options
• How to speak to a medical professional
• Sources of information and support

If you’d like to attend, you can book a place by contacting: - nhslhealth.improvementtraining@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk
Let’s keep the conversation going, raise awareness, and support wellbeing this International Women’s Day.

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre - Open Day

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre are hosting an Open Day – Monday 2 March. You are invited to come and meet our team and discover the services that we offer; from emotional support, criminal justice advocacy, group work and much more.

We have a morning session starting at 10am and an afternoon session starting at 1pm, you can secure your free tickets here:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/lanarkshire-rape-crisis-centre-31470952309

We would also love for you bring along any posters or leaflets from your own projects so we can learn about what is available in Lanarkshire for our service users.

If you have any queries don’t hesitate to get in touch: Jennifer@lanrcc.org.uk

AbilityNet – Your Disability and Technology News

Why not visit our website for news regarding free training webinars and sign up to our free newsletter - https://abilitynet.org.uk/

We are hosting a free Android Smartphones made simple webinar on Thursday 16 April at 1.00pm - https://abilitynet.org.uk/webinars/free-webinar-smartphones-made-simple-tips-youll-wish-youd-known-sooner?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_PcsHaXV-ZGqbxAFFKpRxclLFZ-U4yqktUVUuUZjYEQ4EgDmWk4X6epAhL1TodSt3nMX_3shv-Da_0nYFWwGE7zT2Tu6PltcSOiZgiOgUhDsUczYQ&_hsmi=129086255&utm_content=129086255&utm_source=hs_email

Hamilton Information Project for Youth (HIPY)

Hamilton Information Project for Youth are hosting their first International Women’s Day community celebration on Saturday 7 March at the Regent Centre, Hamilton, from 10am to 4pm.

The event will feature local women-led traders at Hamilton Market, live music, community information stalls, and free reusable period products available for anyone who needs them (while stocks last).  Come along to support and celebrate women and community together.

In partnership with Hamilton, Our Town and South Lanarkshire Council

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