Shipmates,
Can You Help Make a Difference? – Support Needed for Upcoming RNA Activities
As your National and Area Welfare & Wellbeing Support Co-ordinator, I am reaching out to ask for your help with several upcoming events and activities over the summer. These opportunities not only allow us to promote the Royal Naval Association but also provide meaningful support to serving personnel who may benefit from a friendly face, a listening ear, and the camaraderie that makes our Association so special.
Every bit of help, whether it’s a few hours or a full day, really does make a difference.
HMS Raleigh H Unit Health Fayre
15 July | 1300–1600
We will be attending the H Unit Health Fayre at HMS Raleigh to promote the RNA, raise awareness of the support we provide, and engage with recruits and staff.
This is a great opportunity to showcase the Association and encourage future membership. If you enjoy meeting people and talking about the work we do, your support would be greatly appreciated.
HMS Raleigh Leave Period Support
7 August – 6 September
During the summer leave period, a number of recruits remain at HMS Raleigh, many of whom are Commonwealth recruits unable to travel home.
Thanks to previous support, we’ve been able to provide opportunities for them to get away from camp, socialise, and experience a little of what Cornwall and Devon have to offer. During the Easter leave period, activities included:
- Go-karting
- Visits to the China Fleet Club
- Transport to the Torpoint Ferry and local attractions
As I will be on leave for part of this period, I am looking for people who may be able to help with:
- Driving a minibus
- Assisting with transport arrangements
- Supporting or supervising activities
- Suggesting and helping organise new outings and events
If you have ideas for activities that would appeal to young recruits, I’d love to hear them. Sometimes the simplest outings can have the biggest impact on morale and wellbeing.
RNSA Yeovilton Families Day
23 July | Time TBC
We will be running an RNA stall/gazebo at the RNSA Yeovilton Families Day and are looking for volunteers to help set up, welcome visitors, and share information about the Association.
This is always a fantastic opportunity to engage with serving personnel, veterans, families and supporters, while raising the profile of the RNA within the wider Naval community.
How You Can Help
If you can support any of these events, please get in touch. Whether you can offer a few hours, a full day, transport support, or simply some fresh ideas, your contribution will be valued and appreciated.
Together we can continue to demonstrate the very best of the RNA, friendship, support, and shipmate helping shipmate.
Thank you in advance for anything you can do.
