One person Magic Lantern show of the classic book The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists adapted by Neil Gore from the book by Robert Tressell directed by Louise Townsend Neil Gore, presents a one-person version of the classic novel by Robert Tressell featuring projection, political conjuring tricks, live music and song. Meet the famous characters and enjoy the scenes, speeches and songs, featuring the Great Money Trick as its centrepiece. NOV […]
This Autumn 2023 UKDHM focusses on the Experience of Disablement amongst children and young people in the past, now and what is needed for the future. UKDHM comes from a Social Model/Human Rights approach, so that all children and young people with long term impairment will not experience the social exclusion of stigma, stereotypes, negative attitudes and socially created barriers […]
Change “somebody should do something about that…” into “I’ve decided to be that somebody.” We are inviting all women in England interested in local politics to join our Be a Councillor workshop. Hear from inspirational women in local politics to discover if becoming a councillor is right for you and how to get there, whilst building a supportive community. For […]
This exciting two-day event will take place on 29th and 30th November across multiple venues in Preston, and promises to bring together thought leaders, activists, and change-makers from across the North to discuss, learn, and embolden the power of citizens at a local and regional level. This Is the North Convention is a platform for individuals and organizations committed to creating positive […]
Join us for an evening of document displays at London Metropolitan Archives and Marx Memorial Library, and a guided walk across Clerkenwell with David Rosenberg. Wednesday, 29 November 2023 - 5:00pm , 37A Clerkenwell Green, London, EC1R 0DU
In partnership with our friends at Centenary Action Group and the Disability Policy Centre, we currently run a bi-monthly roundtable for d/Deaf and Disabled women and those with long term health conditions who are active in politics and activism to come together, share experience and learnings and support us in developing a programme of support for the next generation of […]
Our panel is set to deliberate on the latest surge in industrial militancy - its origins and impact - , examining challenges and opportnities in organising and sustaining collective action. The discussion will delve into the lessons gleaned from recent experiences and outline the strategic steps forward, especially in the face of escalating legal assaults on trade union freedoms. We […]
Globally, there are an estimated 36.7 million people living with HIV. More than 35 million people have died as a result, making it one of the most destructive pandemics in history. Many people still don’t know the facts about how to protect themselves and others, and stigma and discrimination remain a reality for people living with the condition. People living […]
2023 has been an important year for the #Labour4PR campaign. We've seen probably the biggest grassroots effort influence the National Policy Forum in Labour's history. We've seen the party formally adopt its party programme in preparation for the general election. And we've seen that policy - for the first time - include damning criticism of First Past the Post. Join […]
The Climate & ecological emergency annual meeting will be on Thursday, 7 December 2023, Venue and timings The conference will be online using Zoom from 11am - 4pm. REGISTER HERE Registration deadline - Thursday 30 November Nominations - The deadline for submission of nominations is 5pm, Thursday, 23 November.
