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An intergenerational conversational for South Asian Heritage Month - Part two
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Part two of an intergenerational conversation, in celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, between our Programme Officer Munny and members of her family exploring this year's theme - free to be me.By Cumberland Lodge
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An intergenerational conversational for South Asian Heritage Month - Part One
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In celebration of South Asian Heritage Month, our Programme Officer Munny sat down with members of her family for an intergenerational conversation around this year's theme - free to be me.By Cumberland Lodge
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This episode of Five Minutes With... features Zara Mohammed, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Great Britain.Zara talks about British Muslim identity, her experience as a young leader, and how we can create a more optimistic society for young people today.Recorded in May 2024, it offers a message of hope and a reminder of the importance of…
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Emerging Leaders - Hannah Phillips: Compassionate Leadership
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How can we create more compassionate leadership through more civil public discourse? We speak to Hannah Phillips to explore the importance of civility in politics, the role that gender plays, and the need for greater compassion in leadership.Hannah Phillips is a Consultant with The Jo Cox Foundation, PhD student at the University of Oxford, and alu…
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Democracy 101 - Mis-, Dis-, and Mal-information with Matteo Bergamini
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Democracy 101 is the monthly podcast series from Cumberland Lodge giving a comprehensive introduction to democracy. In this episode, we speak to Matteo Bergamini, Founder and CEO of Shout Out UK, about what mis-, dis-, and mal-information are, what issues arise because of false information, and what can be done to combat it.…
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In this episode of Five Minutes With... we speak to Kurt Barling, Professor of Journalism at Middlesex University and former BBC Special Correspondent. Kurt explores how we need to approach the challenges facing society, and how we can avoid polarisation in public discourse to find just responses.By Cumberland Lodge
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A thought-provoking discussion recorded 28 June 2024, exploring the evolving landscape for Gen Z boys.Recent studies show significant divergence in views on gender among young people (16-19 years). While many Gen Zs embrace progressive beliefs, a considerable number of young men still feel pressured to conform to traditional roles and behaviours su…
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Emerging Leaders - Daniel Stone: Creating a Community
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How can we create a space for diverse discussion in our local community? In this episode, Daniel Stone explores how he brought people from all walks of life together in conversation to build a network of people interested in sharing their wisdom with one another.Daniel Stone is the founder of the Birmingham-based charity, The Philosophers’ Yard, wh…
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Democracy 101 - Registering to Vote with Dr Ben Stanford
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Democracy 101 is the monthly podcast series from Cumberland Lodge giving a comprehensive introduction to democracy. In this episode, we speak to Dr Ben Stanford, Senior Lecturer in Law at Liverpool John Moores University, on issues of voter registration and what you need to take with you to the polling station.…
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At our recent Dis/Mis-information and Young People workshop, we caught up with Amanda Gurruchaga from Shout Out UK, talking about the use of social media and how young people should be front and centre of any discussions around it.By Cumberland Lodge
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Emerging Leaders - Chanel Contos: Transforming Consent Education
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How do we build from shared experiences to address past injustices and create national change for future generations? In this episode, founder of Teach Us Consent and author of Consent Laid Bare Chanel Contos explores her work, its effect on the Australian curriculum, and the human impact of her work.Please be aware that the conversation contains s…
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Democracy 101 - What is Democracy? with Prof Alan Renwick
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Democracy 101 is the monthly podcast series from Cumberland Lodge about giving a comprehensive introduction to democracy. In this episode, we speak to Alan Renwick from The Constitution Unit at UCL to explore what it means to have a democratic system, what that looks like in the UK, and how we can influence our future.…
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We are joined by CEO and Founder of Power the Fight Ben Lindsay to find out what he believes are the most important conversations we need to be having today and how young people can contribute to those conversations.We spoke to Ben at the launch of the new report, Protecting Young Black Lives, Celebrating Black Professionals. You can read and downl…
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Emerging Leaders - Lavinya Stennett: Black history in education
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How do we hold onto a vision for change while meeting resistance at all levels? In this episode, Lavinya Stennett unpacks why Black history education deserves a permanent place in classrooms and beyond year-round.Lavinya is a writer, cultural educationalist, and Founder and CEO of The Black Curriculum, who work to teach and support the teaching of …
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In this episode of Five Minutes With... we speak to Alex Brocklehurst from Full Fact, the UK's independent fact checking authority. Alex talks about issues of disinformation and how we can empower young people to help combat its spread.By Cumberland Lodge
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Emerging Leaders - Sabah Choudhry: Authenticity in Journalism
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What does it take to make a name for yourself in journalism? In this episode, Sabah Choudhry explores how the journalism industry is changing to allow for more authenticity and how being resilient and taking risks can lead to big rewards.Sabah is an award-winning multimedia journalist with experience in TV, radio and digital mediums. As a young Sky…
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In this episode, we speak to Jess Phillips, MP for Birmingham Yardley, to find out what she thinks are the most important conversations we should be having in society today, and how we can involve young people in those conversations.By Cumberland Lodge
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With guest speakers Hannah Phillips and Jess Phillips MP.Polarised and vitriolic debates are a problem for democracy, yet increasingly politicians and public officials are having to deal with intimidation and abuse – sometimes with tragic consequences. This is particularly an issue for women and those from minority backgrounds.With a general electi…
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Emerging Leaders - Dr Patricia O'Lynn: Personal Values in Leadership
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In this episode, we speak to Dr Patricia O'Lynn, skilled researcher, political activist, education consultant and committee chair. Patricia was also the first female member of the Northern Irish Assembly for the constituency of North Antrim and is an alum of the Cumberland Lodge Fellowship scheme.By Cumberland Lodge
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In this episode of Five Minutes With... we are joined by the first person of colour to become the President of the Law Society of England and Wales I. Stephanie Boyce to find out what she thinks the most important conversations we should be having today are.By Cumberland Lodge
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Emerging Leaders - Dr Alex Blower: Working Class Boys
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In this episode of our Emerging Leaders podcast, we speak to founder of Boys Impact and Cumberland Lodge Fellowship alum Dr Alex Blower. We discuss his background, the obstacles he had to overcome, and his work now, empowering working class boys.You can find out more about our work to help young people develop ethical leadership skills here.You can…
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In the first episode of Five Minutes With... we speak to comedian Ria Lina to find out what she thinks are the most important conversations we should be having in society today.By Cumberland Lodge
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Emerging Leaders - Birdgirl: Conservation and Activism
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In the first episode of our Emerging Leaders podcast, we speak to Dr Mya-Rose Craig, also known as Birdgirl, about what motivates her work in conservation and advice for young people wanting to get involved with social activism.By Cumberland Lodge
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Dialogue & Debate: Is Education The Answer To Social Mobility
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Streamed live on Wednesday 4 October 2020, this Dialogue & Debate webinar explores the key factors that lie behind social mobility and discusses different approaches to achieving socio-economic justice. It asks, is education the best way to help disadvantaged young people increase their life chances?This hour-long discussion is presented by our Chi…
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Life Perspectives Ep. 6: Gross National Happiness
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The sixth episode of the intergenerational podcast series from Cumberland Lodge. In this episode we are joined by Julia Buzan, PhD student in Psychology and Behavioural Science and the London School of Economics and Cumberland Lodge Fellow, and Dasho Karma Ura, President of the Centre for Bhutan Studies and Gross National Happiness Research. This p…
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The fifth episode of the intergenerational podcast series from Cumberland Lodge. In this episode we are joined by Andy Marks, a PhD student at the Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of Edinburgh, and Professor Catriona (Cate) Sandilands, writer, teacher and Professor of Environmental Studies at York Univer…
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Life Perspectives Ep. 4: Autism and Spirituality
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The fourth episode of the intergenerational podcast series from Cumberland Lodge. In this episode we are joined by Henna Cundill, a PhD student at the The Centre for Autism and Theology at the University of Aberdeen and Cumberland Lodge Fellow, and Dame Stephanie Shirley CH, businesswoman and philanthropist.The intro and outro music is 'A Storm at …
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Life Perspectives Ep. 3: Ethnicity & Religion in Recruitment
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The third episode of the intergenerational podcast series from Cumberland Lodge. In this episode we are joined by Samir Sweida-Metwally, PhD researcher at the University of Bristol and Cumberland Lodge Fellow, and Dr Valentina di Stasio, Assistant Professor at Utrecht University. The discussion explores perceived ethnic and religious penalties in r…
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Dialogue & Debate: Women In Leadership #BreakTheBias
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This podcast takes place to celebrate International Women's Day 2022 on 8 March with the campaign theme: #BreaktheBias. This webinar has been curated by Cumberland Lodge Fellows, Adenike Adewuni, Dareen Assaf, Martha Beard, Chandni Patel and Hannah Phillips.The discussion will be hosted by Cumberland Lodge Fellow, Dareen Assaf. Dareen's research ex…
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Life Perspectives Ep. 2: Policy and Public Life
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Please be aware that issues of domestic abuse and violence are discussed in this podcast in relation to legislation and the treatment of MPs. These discussions take place from 11:45 to 13:00 and 27:40 to 31:05, if you wish to avoid them.The second episode of the intergenerational podcast series from Cumberland Lodge. In this episode we are joined b…
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Dialogue & Debate: Women's Pandemic Perspectives
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A recording of our Dialogue & Debate webinar, streamed live on Wednesday 3 March 2021 at 11am, exploring what we can learn from women's experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic, to support greater inclusion and equal opportunity in the future, ahead of International Women's Day 2021.This hour-long discussion was hosted by our Programme Officer, Emily G…
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Life Perspectives Ep. 1: Youth in Leadership
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The first episode of the new intergenerational podcast series from Cumberland Lodge. In this episode we are joined by Dr Angelika Love, social integration and diversity researcher and Cumberland Lodge Fellow, and Dr Margaret Heffernan, media producer, businesswoman, mentor, award-winning author, public speaker, and Professor at the University of Ba…
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Dialogue & Debate: The Future Of Religious Buildings
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A recording of our Dialogue & Debate webinar, streamed live on Wednesday 7 July at 11am. This discussion explores one of the key issues highlighted in our Faith & Belief 2040 report - the changing role and wider community use of religious buildings in the UK, in our increasingly multicultural, interfaith society.The webinar is hosted by our Chief E…
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Dialogue & Debate: Social Cohesion Post-Lockdown
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A recording of our Dialogue & Debate webinar, streamed live on Wednesday 2 June at 11.00am, exploring ideas and opportunities for supporting social cohesion as lockdown restrictions are lifted in the UK.This hour-long, interactive discussion was hosted by our Chief Executive, Dr Ed Newell, with guest panellists, a live poll, and audience Q&A. Our t…
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Dialogue & Debate: Fostering Climate Resilience
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A recording of our Dialogue & Debate webinar, streamed live on Wednesday 5 May 2021 from 11am, exploring how people in the UK can adapt to climate change in ways that foster social cohesion rather than division across nations and within communities.This hour-long, interactive discussion was hosted by our Programme Officer, Emily Gow, with guest pan…
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Dialogue & Debate: Restoring Public Trust
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A recording of our Dialogue & Debate webinar, streamed live on Wednesday 7 April 2021 from 11am, exploring the social cohesion implications of declining public trust in government, the media and between communities.This hour-long, interactive discussion was hosted by our Chief Executive, Dr Ed Newell, with guest panellists, a live poll and audience…
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Recorded live: 3 February 2021A recording of our Dialogue & Debate webinar, live-streamed on Wednesday 3 February 2021 at 11am, exploring the implications of Brexit, particularly in terms of our sense of identity, and the UK's future relationships both across its own four nations and with the wider world.This hour-long discussion features an audien…
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Dialogue & Debate: Film And Social Impact
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Recorded live: 2 December 2020In this hour-long Dialogue & Debate webinar, we explore the scope that film, drama and documentary makers have to make a social impact through the stories they bring to our screens. We discuss their potential for deepening our understanding, changing our perspectives or inspiring initiatives to promote social progress.…
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Dialogue & Debate: Mind Your Language!
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Recorded live: 7 October 2020In this Dialogue & Debate webinar, we explore the complex politics behind language and terminology. We tackle questions about the control and regulation of language and consider the role of the Government, the media and minority groups in deciding what is deemed to be ‘Politically Correct’. We ask, ‘Politically Correct …
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Dialogue & Debate: Resilient Communities - Regional Perspectives
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This interactive webinar was streamed live on Friday 18 September 2020. It explored regional perspectives on supporting greater community resilience in the UK, to help people respond to, and rebuild after disruptive events and developments.Cumberland Lodge Chief Executive Canon Dr Edmund Newell was joined by guest panellists:Andy Burnham - Mayor of…
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Dialogue & Debate: Music, Arts & Social Cohesion
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Recorded live: 2 September 2020A Dialogue & Debate webinar exploring the important role of the arts in building social cohesion and providing a means through which people can share ideas and experiences, in a creative and accessible way.We focus, in particular, on why the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have been so damaging to the arts and entert…
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Please note that we experienced some issues with audio quality at the beginning of this webinar, but they were addressed early on during our live stream.Streamed live on 12 August 2020, this Dialogue & Debate webinar from Cumberland Lodge provides a platform for young people and experts to talk candidly about isolation and its mental health implica…
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Dialogue & Debate: COVID - 19 & The Digital Divide
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Recorded live: 5 August 2020This Dialogue & Debate webinar from Cumberland Lodge explores the importance of ensuring that people have access to digital technologies and the internet, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.We are joined by guest panellists:- Robin Christopherson MBE - Head of Digital Inclusion, AbilityNet- Shabira Papain - H…
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Dialogue & Debate: Black Lives Matter - Facing The Future
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Recorded live: 16 July 2020This is the final webinar in a four-part mini-series on issues of race and justice in policing, education, the culture sector and wider society, as part of the regular series of Dialogue & Debate webinars from Cumberland Lodge.The discussion is presented by Cumberland Lodge Trustee, JP Rangaswami.…
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Dialogue & Debate: Black Lives Matter - Policing & The Community
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Recorded live: 15 July 2020This webinar is the third in a four-part mini-series on issues of race and justice in policing, education, the culture sector and wider society, as part of the regular series of Dialogue & Debate webinars from Cumberland Lodge.This discussion is presented by Cumberland Lodge trustee and former Chief Executive of the Indep…
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Dialogue & Debate: Black Lives Matter - Difficult Histories
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Recorded live: 9 July 2020This webinar is the second in a four-part mini-series on issues of race and justice in policing, education, the culture sector and wider society, as part of the regular series of Dialogue & Debate webinars from Cumberland Lodge.The discussion is presented by Cumberland Lodge trustee and Director of the 21st Century Trust, …
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Streamed live on 3 November 2021, we explore ways of addressing the practice of ‘tokenism’, to achieve more meaningful diversity and inclusion, in the media, politics and the workplace.Our guest panellists are:- Dr Jason Arday – Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology, Durham University - Dr Dayo Eseonu – Principal Researcher, The Young …
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Dialogue & Debate: Black Lives Matter - Race & Justice
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Recorded live: 8 July 2020This webinar is the first in a four-part mini-series on issues of race and justice in policing, education, the culture sector and wider society, as part of the regular series of Dialogue & Debate webinars from Cumberland Lodge.We were joined by guest panellists:- Dexter Dias QC, Human Rights Lawyer- Dr Suhraiya Jivraj - Re…
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Practitioner Responses to Child Trafficking: Sharing Good Practice
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Cumberland Lodge Fellow Adenike Adewuni is joined by T/DI Vicky Lewandowski (Operation Innerste National Lead, Modern Slavery and Organised Immigration Crime Unit), Becky Lewis (Strategic Safeguarding & QA Service Manager, Bristol City Council), and Sarah Spain(Children's Social Care Lead, NTS, Home Office), to discuss issues of child trafficking i…
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Practitioner Responses to Child Trafficking: Setting the Scene
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Cumberland Lodge Fellow Hannah Gumble is joined by Ben Lindsay, Founder, Power the Fight, and Dr Ruth Van Dyke, Visiting Fellow, St Mary's University, to discuss issues of child trafficking in the United Kingdom and beyond.By Cumberland Lodge
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