International Women’s Day Event at Bromley Adult Education College
On Friday 7 March 2025, students at Bromley Adult Education College celebrated International Women’s Day with a women’s health event, which was aimed at equipping them with vital knowledge to support their health and wellbeing.
The event focused on two key topics: breast cancer awareness and menopause. Run by the college in collaboration with One Bromley and the local Primary Care Network, the event was designed to support students at the college, many of whom are refugees, migrants, or residents with English as a second language.
Over 40 students attended the session, asking questions, and taking home useful resources. The session highlighted the importance of early detection through self-examination, attending appointments for breast screening, and recognising and managing menopause symptoms. There was also additional information about Cervical Cancer Screening and blood pressure checks completed on the day.
Paola Moioli, ESOL and Outreach Curriculum Development Manager and Safeguarding Officer at Bromley Adults Education College said ‘We had a wonderful morning and well-organised session on breast cancer, self-assessment, and menopause. The students were highly engaged and asked many insightful questions, which demonstrated their genuine interest in the topics and how comfortable and at ease they felt. Thank you again for your dedication and support. I truly believe that our partnership will make a significant positive impact on the health of the community.’
Claire, Care Coordinator at Penge Primary Care Network said ‘the event was a great opportunity to meet and support students and staff at the centre. We will continue to work with the team to create more learning opportunities and improve access to services in Penge’.
Further Support in Bromley
For those looking for ongoing support and information, there are several community groups and resources available in Bromley:
- Menopause Café Beckenham & South London – A welcoming space for women to share experiences and support each other through menopause.
- Beckenham: Menopause Café Beckenham
- South London: Menopause Café South London
- The Crays Collaborative Primary Care Network – Ladies Health Night – A dedicated event providing health advice and support for women in the borough.
- Find out more and book your free place here: The Crays Collaborative Primary Care Network – Ladies Health Night Tickets, Tue 8 Apr 2025 at 17:00 | Eventbrite
- Self Care Forum’s Menopause Fact Sheet: Menopause Fact Sheet – Self Care Forum
- Breast Cancer Support at the Primrose Centre in Orpington – Coffee mornings at the Primrose Centre are on the second Thursday of the month at 11am. Breast Cancer Support Centre – Orpington, Kent – The Primrose Centre