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The Carpentry Show on Fix Radio

A little while ago, Astrid gave an interview on Fix Radio. She spoke as a guest on the Carpentry Show about the lack of female tradespeople, the Register of Tradeswomen and what TouchWood South West is doing to challenge gender stereotypes. Listen to the episode from the 19th October 2021 here:

TouchWood South West is on BBC Spotlight!

Here is a short report on our Project ‘Women Build’ which we are currently running in Torquay. The report highlights how the project is helping women who are unemployed or on probation gain confidence and make positive changes in their lives. To watch click the link below: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-devon-50394848/the-women-carving-out-a-new-life-in-carpentry To find out more and to apply …

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Skills for Life

TouchWood South West has received funding to work with 6 Primary Schools to pilot a programme to bring back practical Skills at Primary Level. This is what we have made so far!