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Groundbreaking Economist, Raj Chetty, awarded RSA’s Prestigious Benjamin Franklin Medal

On Thursday 16 May, the Royal Society of Arts presented Raj Chetty, groundbreaking economist and Director of Opportunity Insights, with its prestigious Benjamin Franklin Medal in recognition of his work as a leading force behind the science of leveraging social connections amongst people from different economic backgrounds to encourage opportunity.
20 May 2024
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Why the UK needs a House of Campaigns

Parliament is based on political parties, but most of us approach politics through the particular issues that we care about. We should open up Parliament by giving campaigning and representative groups a bespoke presence in the heart of our democracy.
13 May 2024 Richard Ellis
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Student Design Awards 2024: meet the shortlist

The RSA Student Design Awards 2023 shortlist has been announced. Across nine briefs, 70 students are working to bring positive social change to people, place and planet.
9 May 2024 Aoife O’Doherty
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From the era of anxiety to an age of aspiration

Shifting to an age of aspiration requires an environment where risk is seen as an opportunity, the culture is one of optimism, and investment is everywhere. Andy Haldane, RSA CEO, suggests our Design for Life mission can turn the tide of opinion to achieve those objectives.
8 May 2024 Andy Haldane
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Making the most of your late career

How do you harness your potential in the last chapter of your career? Ann Thorpe explains how the Late Career Alliance could help to craft your career narrative, impact and legacy.
10 Apr 2024 Ann Thorpe
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Soul conversations

A designer’s unorthodox approach is transforming the way education is delivered in prisons across the UK and in the US.
26 Mar 2024 Judah Armani
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Young at heart

Becoming a nation with children at its centre in 10 courageous steps.
25 Mar 2024
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