GMColleges Event: Signing of the Armed Forces Covenant

Schedule

Thu Oct 23 2025 at 11:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

King's House Conference Centre | Manchester, EN

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Join GMColleges for the official signing of the Armed Forces Covenant, supporting the armed forces community across the North West.
About this Event

Join GMColleges at the official signing of the prestigous Armed Forces Covenant, a ceremony affirming our commitment to support the armed forces community across GMColleges, with a particular focus on 16–19 year-old students from military families in the North West.

Special Guest

We are delighted to announce that Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, will also be in attendance to show his support for this important commitment.

Who should attend

  • College leaders, governors and staff across GMColleges
  • Armed forces community partners and support organisations
  • Local authorities and education partners
  • Students and families from armed forces backgrounds
  • Employers and community stakeholders with an interest in service families

What to expect

  • Special welcome from Andy Burnham
  • Formal Armed Forces Covenant signing
  • Recognition of our existing work with service children and young people
  • Opportunities to connect with partner organisations
  • Light refreshments and networking
  • Step-free access is available at the venue. If you have accessibility needs, please let us know when registering.
  • Photography may take place for GMColleges communications.

Partners
Forces Wellbeing Collective · The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust · Greater Manchester Colleges


We look forward to welcoming you.

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Where is it happening?

King's House Conference Centre, Sidney Street, Manchester, United Kingdom

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