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Commemorative tree planted to support Royal British Legion
A veteran-made plaque has been installed alongside a new commemorative tree at Headingley Campus as part of a new scheme to support the Royal British Legion.
The tree is one of hundreds that have been planted across the country as part of the Legion’s Queen’s Green Canopy initiative, which marks Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee.
Proceeds from the plaque will go to the RBLI to help support more veterans from across the armed forces sector.
The university has a decade-long partnership with the charity through the Battle Back Centre, which helps with the rehabilitation of armed forces veterans.
Launched in 2011, the centre is part of the Ministry of Defence’s Defence Recovery Capability programme and has helped over 150 wounded, injured or sick armed forces personnel in their recoveries.
Colleagues from Estates planted the tree outside Bronte Hall
Specialist coaching is provided by Carnegie Great Outdoors, who work to rebuild the mental and physical wellbeing of those at the centre.
Senior Research Fellow Dr Chris Kay studies the influence that Battle Back courses have on the lives of the participants.
He said: “I am extremely glad this support exists for the unfortunately large number of personnel in recovery and veterans in need of support.
“The project is a credit to the working relationship between LBU and TRBL and often has a profound positive impact on many attendees adjusting to life changing circumstances, injuries or illnesses.”
To find out more information about the Battle Back Centre, click here.
If you would like to view the tree and plaque, it is located opposite Bronte Hall at Headingley Campus.
