Some of our favourite colleagues in this challenging world who have earned our respect. Here you will find businesses and organisations which support the human in the human being, and promote natural, empowered lifestyles.

Hawaiian Nurture - Deeply nourishing massage for women. Lomi Lomi/ Kahuna Bodywork uses long rhythmic strokes and continuous movements around the body. It is flowing and dynamic -- it clears, nurtures, relaxes and is highly beneficial to the muscular, circulatory and lymphatic systems. Your massage will leave you feeling refreshed, energised and renewed, bringing the joy of life to your body and a feeling of peace to your mind. Therapy room in Nutley or home visits in Sussex and Kent. Anja 01825 714538 www.hawaiiannurture.co.uk

Women's Environmental Network - Educating, empowering, and informing women and men who care about the environment. Campaigning on environment and health issues from a female perspective. Takes up issues that other environmental groups often don't or won't, especially those concerning women's health and reproductive systems. www.wen.org.uk

Sunrise Birthing Independent Midwifery Care - Continuity of care for pregnancy, birth and early parenthood for women in Sussex, Surrey and Kent. Offering individualized, woman-centred care in your home, supporting your choices, 24 hour on-call service, specializing in homebirth, waterbirth, VBAC and breastfeeding support.
Anja K-Metzner (RM) 01825 714538 www.sunrisebirthing.com