Residents of St Pauls and the wider Bristol community are warmly invited to the Green and Healthy Futures Fair on Monday 19 May 2025, taking place from 1:00pm to 8:00pm at St Pauls Learning Centre, 94 Grosvenor Road, BS2 8XJ.
Organised by UWE Bristol’s Inspire Sustainability Team in collaboration with Bridging Histories, this free event celebrates community partnership and shared action towards fairer, greener futures. It brings together local employers, educators, and support services to offer practical advice, training opportunities, and pathways into sustainable careers — all within an open, welcoming environment.
A Fair for All
The Green and Healthy Futures Fair is designed for everyone — whether you’re looking for your next career step, re-entering the workforce, exploring training opportunities, or simply curious about what’s happening locally.
Open to all ages and backgrounds, the event offers a chance to:
- Browse stalls featuring job opportunities, apprenticeships, and free educational courses
- Receive advice on training pathways, employment support services, and skills development
- Enjoy warm food from Glen’s Kitchen (served from 3.30pm)
- Access free tech support with FixMyTek (bring your devices for a check-up)
It’s an opportunity to build confidence, ask questions, and connect with people and organisations working to make Bristol a greener, healthier, and more inclusive city.
Free Workshops and One-to-One Support
Throughout the afternoon and evening, attendees can join a range of free, bookable sessions designed to support career development:
- Mock Interviews (1:1, pre-booked, 3:00pm–4:35pm)
- Professional LinkedIn Headshots (5:00pm–7:00pm)
- Interview Skills Workshop (5:15pm–5:45pm)
- CV Writing Session with Babbasa (6:00pm–6:40pm)
Spaces are limited, and workshops can be booked in advance when registering via Eventbrite.
Meet the Organisations Shaping Bristol’s Future
Attendees will have the chance to meet and network with organisations committed to building inclusive, sustainable opportunities across the city, including:
- Babbasa – supporting young people from diverse backgrounds into education and employment
- Youth Environmental Service (YES) – offering paid placements in environmental organisations for 18–25-year-olds
- City of Bristol College – providing a wide range of academic and vocational courses
- Employment, Skills and Learning (Bristol City Council) – delivering targeted employment support for underrepresented groups
- Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) – supporting green skills development and fighting fuel poverty
- FareChance Southwest – helping young adults gain warehouse and logistics experience
- Ageing Lifestyles in Blacks and Asians (ALIBSA) – promotes health literacy to address health inequalities and empower Black and South Asian communities
- UWE Bristol’s School of Health and Social Wellbeing and Degree Apprenticeships team – offering accessible routes into healthcare and community-focused careers
- Bristol Waste and the Digital Inclusion Scheme – promoting access to refurbished technology and digital literacy support
- Wheels to Work – providing transport support, including bikes and bus passes, to overcome barriers to employment
All these partners share a vision of a Bristol where every resident has the opportunity to thrive in a greener, fairer economy.
How to Get Involved
The Green and Healthy Futures Fair is free and open to all. To take part in any of the workshops or book a professional photo slot, please register in advance:
Book your free place on Eventbrite
If you have any questions about the event, please contact kat.corbett@uwe.ac.uk.
Event Details:
- Monday 19 May 2025
- 1:00pm–8:00pm
- St Pauls Learning Centre, 94 Grosvenor Road, BS2 8XJ
Please note: There is no parking available at the venue.