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SPRING AWAKENING at Grove Road Social Centre between the 2 blocks

February 4, 2012 from 12pm to 4pm

Conservation focus and craft activity - session designed and led by Emma Beech, our Creative Director. Traditionally, 1st Feb marks the return of spring in England, and we want to honour Nature by celebrating and sharing together. Bring and Share lunch.See More

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WHAT MAKES A MAN A GOOD MAN? FROM THE RED TENT (HEART OF ENGLAND)

Sending warm hugs from a cold but sunny England to our sisters in the US and elsewhere, part of Eryka's network...http://redtentengland.ning.com/profiles/blogs/what-makes-a-man-a-good-manJan and the Red Tent (Heart of England) Exec Committee xx See More

Blog post by Jan Tchamani Jan 16

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What issues are most important to you?: Human rights, education, an end to bigotry, co-operating with nature to save our planet, love and friendship, good communications, celebrating life in creative ways

What kind of social activism do you engage in?: Building The Red Tent (Heart of England); networking with other women's groups in Birmingham, England; journalism; working to create a Birmingham Women's Calendar with useful contact info - we don't have a women's resources centre here...

What organizations do you love or work with?: Friends of the Earth; ECPAT (a charity which campaigns against child prostitution, pornography and trafficking); WAITS; Ulfah Arts; Shakti Women; Saheli Women - and other women's groups in my city

What books, music, films, etc. do you think educate and empower women?: The works of William Shakespeare (a fellow 'Brummy' who loved and respected women and portrayed our strength, intelligence and endurance on the stage); anything by Elizabeth Gaskell and Charles Dickens - the 19th-century authors probably said it all (wish the world had listened!); The Red Tent (Anita Diamant); The Voice of the Earth (Theodore Roszak - that's the literature. Music - mmm... Films: Erin Brokovich, The Color Purple, Avatar.

Career: what do you do or want to do?: Writing, directing my women's project, networking, organising women's events, improving life for people in any small way I can

What skills and interests to do you have to offer to others in the Red Tent Women's Project communty? This is your chance, so sell yourself!: I'm a published writer and journalist, educator, good at strategic & divergent thinking and bringing people together. Like to be a creative thinker and be able to see the way ahead - for others as well as myself. Able to befriend and work with women with mental health challenges, helping them to fight their corner against the ignorance prevalent in society and make the most of their gifts and talents - especially since I have firsthand experience of bipolar (manic depression).

What would you like other members of this community to know? About yourself, about the world...anything (try not to be profane, though)!: The greatest love of my life is my four children: Stephanie, Richard, Michael and Julia, who love me just as I am (and I them!). Favourite places: anywhere there's a red tent gathering, seashores and forest, dear old Birmingham, the Algarve, Scotland - and just for contrast: Ouagadougou. Oh, and of course, in the middle of a hearty hug, anytime, anywhere!

What was your "women really matter and I'm going to do something about it" moment?: When I was at primary school, a group of girls bullied me because I was different (bookish and self-contained), and although I was only 7, I thought, "Girls shouldn't be like this towards each other - we should stick together, it's a tough life!" I'm even more strongly of this opinion nowadays, with so many women still feeling lonely, miserable, dominated and/or undervalued - and underachieving.

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WHAT MAKES A MAN A GOOD MAN? FROM THE RED TENT (HEART OF ENGLAND)

Sending warm hugs from a cold but sunny England to our sisters in the US and elsewhere, part of Eryka's network...http://redtentengland.ning.com/profiles/blogs/what-makes-a-man-a-good-man

Jan and the Red Tent (Heart of England) Exec Committee xx

Posted on January 16, 2012 at 6:30pm

International Women's Day

What are you doing to celebrate IWD this year? Are you going out with friends to enjoy a cultural or social event? Are you staying in to think of others who cannot or do not feel like celebrating because of where they are and what they've endured? There are so many little things we can do that (in the spiritual scheme of things) make a difference: ring a woman friend, email an encouraging message, take someone out who has mobility problems or financial constraints and treat them... Attend an…

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Posted on February 24, 2011 at 9:10am — 1 Comment

The Birmingham Women's Calendar goes online! News from Red Tent (England)

Hi everyone

It's been 6 months since The Red Tent here in Birmingham, England, won funding to produce the first ever women's calendar for our city. Not only does it feature nature photos taken by women in our network and other groups and organisations we're friendly with, but a 4-page directory of useful numbers and addresses specific to Birmingham...

Feedback has been universally positive, and we know of many organisations and individuals around the city…

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Posted on February 20, 2011 at 12:22pm — 1 Comment

Anger Management

Each of us has an overriding emotion, according to experts. Ever asked yourself what yours might be?

Mine has always been anger, but it wasn't until I was diagnosed just under 2 years ago with bipolar (the version that they call cyclothymia, where you experience rapid and abrupt changes in brain nerve cell function, resulting in mood changes - same as Stephen Fry) that I got to work with a psychotherapist and unpack my anger. At the tender age of 51, it was quite an…

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Posted on March 2, 2010 at 2:06pm

Five Crowned Women

On 21st December, 4 friends and I were 'croned' - crowned as elders of The Red Tent - at our monthly meeting. It was a very special time for us all. The ceremony itself was very simple, personalized to fit who we are and the time of year (tissue paper crowns, and red candles, and mulled wine to drink).

We listened to a song that's becoming beloved of older women: Susan Boyle's rendering of 'I am who I was born to be' as we sat together, away from the younger women, reflecting on our… Continue

Posted on December 27, 2009 at 4:37pm

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At 1:46pm on December 7, 2010, Julene Allen said…: Jan thank you for your comments! :)

At 11:57pm on December 6, 2010, Julene Allen said…: My name is Julene Allen-Dell'Amor
I hope you get a chance to watch my video, "America=3rd World?". Feedback is appreciated.

At 12:34pm on July 6, 2010, carol said…: Hi Jan it was good to meet you on Saturday, it was very interesting day meeting different people and hearing all about what you are doing. So thank you - Carol

At 9:01am on May 17, 2010, Rosjke Hasseldine said…: Hi Jan - did that go through. Not sure. Just in case I'll write my phone number again. 07975921232 or mail@womenspowercircles.com Would love to get connected. I'm in Bedford. Where are you? Rosjke Hasseldine

At 9:00am on May 17, 2010, Rosjke Hasseldine said…: Hi Jan - where abouts are you in the UK? I'm in Bedford. Would love to chat with you and join your group and support each other's work. My tel is 07975921232. Give me a call. Mornings best. I'm in front of my computer writing. Looking forward to hearing from you.

At 4:08pm on November 30, 2009, Julia Burnett gave Jan Tchamani a gift…: I Love You Balloon
looking forward to spending the evening with you 2moro, i miss you loads. your amazing :D
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At 11:48am on November 12, 2009, Suzzanne said…: Hi Jan
Thanks for your message look forward to meeting you too!
Suzzanne

At 1:53pm on October 26, 2009, Jan Tchamani added a gift to their profile…: Teddy Bear
Everyone needs a hug from time to time...
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At 12:10pm on September 11, 2009, Suzzanne said…: Hi Jan
Thanks for your message, maybe we will meet up for an event sometime..when theres time!
Suzzanne