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Wednesday, 16 November 2011 Platform 51 gives Louise a new lease of life Louise tells us about making her speech at the CWN gala dinner

A few years ago Louise's life hit rock bottom and she could see no other way out other than committing suicide. Then she came to Platform 51, the women's charity that supports girls and women as they take control of their lives. This gave her the confidence and support that she needed to move through this dark time. Last week she attended the City Women's Network's Annual Gala Dinner along with a number of attendees from Platform 51 - including CEO Penny Newman - and made a moving and touching speech about how she now has dreams for the future. This is what she said about the event:

3 November 2011 A place to come to

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28 October 2011 The Future of the Welfare State

Last night the BBC broadcast 'The Future of the Welfare State' with John Humphrys. Platform 51’s centre in Knowsley featured in the programme. Humphrys interviewed Platform 51 Kelly Wright and young mum Gemma who goes to the centre.

24 October 2011
Mock Council Meeting at Bristol City Council Speaking up about trafficking, drugs and prostitution
24 October 2011
Cardiff's young and old make film together Perception-busting documentary
11 October 2011
What is it actually like at a women's centre Who goes? What do they do?
9 September 2011
Platform 51 seeks new trustees We are looking for volunteers to join our Board of Trustees
8 September 2011
Join us at FEM11, a national feminist conference Discussing the issues women face today
2 August 2011
Lindsey wins Marsh Award winner announced
29 July 2011
Newday Wales Service Update