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July 17, 2026

Community Power in Birmingham: First B:CAN Conference Unites Community Action at Edgbaston Stadium

The first Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) conference at Edgbaston Stadium on 3 July was a major success, bringing together community leaders, partners and residents to champion grassroots action and collaborative change across Birmingham. Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) is
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June 2, 2026

Lucy Kenny Appointed B:CAN Vice-Chair

We are delighted to announce that Lucy Kenny, CEO of Moseley Community Development Trust, has been appointed Vice Chair of the Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN), working alongside Afzal Hussain, Chair of B:CAN. Since its official launch in May 2025,
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May 22, 2026

Leadership in Action: Ayoub Khan MP Meets B:CAN Cohort

This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Ayoub Khan, MP for Perry Barr, to meet the cohort taking part in the B:CAN Leadership Accelerator. Ayoub shared his inspiring journey, from growing up in Aston to building a successful career as a leading barrister
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May 7, 2026

Community Leadership Accelerator Programme Launches for B:CAN

The B:CAN Community Leadership Accelerator 2026 has officially launched, marking an exciting new chapter for community leadership development across Birmingham. On 28 April 2026, participants gathered at Perry Common Community Hall to mark the launch of this ambitious new programme,
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April 9, 2026

Lord Mayor’s Reception to thank MECC Trust, as charity approaches 50 years of service

Balsall Heath-based grassroots charity MECC Trust, which is an established member of the Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) joined the Lord Mayor of the Birmingham Cllr Zafar Iqbal for tea at the Council House last week in one of Cllr Iqbal’s final
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January 12, 2026

Birmingham Community Action Network Welcomes New Members

Since its launch in May 2024, the Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) continues to grow from strength to strength – and we’re thrilled to welcome our newest members: MECC Trust, Narthex, Midland Mencap, and our new affiliate member Ways for Wellbeing. This
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November 20, 2025

B:CAN Energy Redress Project: Launching a Brighter, Warmer Future for Birmingham

Birmingham Community Action Network (B:CAN) celebrated a major milestone with the special launch event of its Energy Redress Project.
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October 1, 2025

Celebrating Community Excellence: B:CAN Champions Local Heroes at KAVS Showcase

B:CAN recently hosted a successful event on the King’s Awards for Voluntary Services.
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September 5, 2025

Celebrate Local Volunteers with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

Volunteering is the heartbeat of thriving communities, and at B:CAN, we’re proud to support and celebrate those who give their time selflessly. The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) is the highest honour given to local volunteer groups across the
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