As part of the aim to support equality and diversity on the Isle of Wight, Equals offers friendship groups for women of ethnic backgrounds.

For a real fun and cultural experience come and join one of our groups at

• West Cowes, 2nd Cowes Scout hut, Smithards Lane, Wednesdays 10am to 12pm
• East Cowes, East Cowes Children's Centre, Beatrice Avenue Alternate Thursdays, 12pm to 2pm

These groups provide a welcoming place to come and make new friends, get advice and find support. You can take part in fun activities and maybe participate in some training. The ladies of the groups have taken part in

• Carnivals
• The lantern and arts parade
• Equals cultural diversity day
• Private swimming sessions
• Back to work training
• Fun art and craft activities
• IT training

So why don't you pop along to one of our groups and see what we are up to, we would love to meet you.

To find out more please contact the friendship group co-ordinator Samantha Gilliam-Scott

Telephone: 07554 038 716

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You can use the online application form or you can print out and post a completed membership form (pdf 51k) to

The Equals Membership Secretary
c/o Rural Community Council IW
3 Langley Court
Pyle Street
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 1LA

Just contact us by phone, email or post if you would like us to send you a form.

If you have had a look through our website or heard about the work that we are doing, you may like to become a member of Equals. This page will hopefully answer any questions you may have about Equals membership. If this page has not answered your question, or you would like more information, please let us know (see contact details at the foot of this page).

Who can become an Equals member?

The simple answer is anyone who is willing to sign up to and adhear to the consitution of Equals.

Are there any fees or costs involved in becoming a member of Equals?

Absolutly not! We do not charge any form of subscription or administration fee. It is FREE to sign up with no catches. Equals is a not-for-profit orgainistation, we do not want to make money out of our members, we just want to provide a good service.

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