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3 worrying trends in young people’s economic security

With our research finding that around half of young people are financially precarious, Fran Landreth Strong examines concerning trends in young people’s economic security.

12 Jan 2022 Fran Landreth Strong

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Our way through – part one: Enlightenment’s dimming light

In the first of a three part series, Anthony Painter explores what is necessary to overcome the economic, political and environmental issues facing humanity today.

10 Jan 2022 Anthony Painter

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Building a network for place-based learning

Tom Kenyon on the importance of sharing knowledge and good practice on place-based and ecosystemic learning.

6 Dec 2021 Tom Kenyon

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Supporting our communities: Time to move from false competition to needs-based investment

Ian Burbidge on the importance of learning from previous area-based funding initiatives to address inequality across the UK.

29 Nov 2021 Ian Burbidge

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Place: the missing key for unlocking a circular economy

Josie Warden on why we need to focus on and resource place-based change to enable a regenerative and circular economy.

24 Nov 2021 Josie Warden

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Four priorities for the cultural education workforce

A recent workshop with RSA Fellows provided invaluable insight into the key concerns and opportunities facing cultural education workers and employers.

17 Nov 2021 Mark Londesborough

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A design revolution for the climate emergency

Joanna Choukeir on Design for Planet, the global gathering of designers during COP26, and the changes design must make.

12 Nov 2021 Joanna Choukeir

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Using economic strategies to improve health outcomes

Ian Burbidge on the importance of an inclusive economy that provides equitable healthcare to the public.

3 Nov 2021 Ian Burbidge

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The impact of arts-based education

Mark Londesborough on the findings from the final Learning About Culture report and the implications for arts-based learning.

1 Nov 2021 Mark Londesborough

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The impact of health on economic security

Hannah Webster reflects on new research that highlights the difficulty for those with long-term health conditions to achieve economic security.

22 Oct 2021 Hannah Webster