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What’s trust got to do with it?

Internal initiatives to improve organisational trust and reputation are often unsuccessful. Leaders need to step back and question their organisation’s purpose, values and principles, and redesign decision-making to explicitly act in the public interest.
10 Dec 2023 Nathan Kinch
A close-up view of a wall made of smooth, rounded stones of various sizes and colors, including shades of blue, gray, beige, and brown, neatly stacked and interlocking with each other.
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Taking flight

A new research hub explores how building corridors of creative industries could accelerate growth across a pan-northern ‘supercluster’.
10 Dec 2023 Jonathan Sapsed
An illustration of the Angel of the North sculpture with people nearby. Surrounding the photo is a geometric frame on a gradient background transitioning from green to red. A white house icon with the letter "N" is at the bottom.
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Our brains on art

The growing field of neuroarts explores the profound ways in which aesthetic experiences affect our bodies and behaviours
8 Dec 2023 Susan Magsamen
A futuristic room with a central glowing pillar emitting blue light, surrounded by smooth white seating. The walls are illuminated with a soft green hue. Two people are relaxing on the seats, partially visible.
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Our brains on art

The growing field of neuroarts explores the profound ways in which aesthetic experiences affect our bodies and behaviours
8 Dec 2023 Susan Magsamen
A futuristic room with a central glowing pillar emitting blue light, surrounded by smooth white seating. The walls are illuminated with a soft green hue. Two people are relaxing on the seats, partially visible.
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Room to grow

In the thriving art destination city of Guadalajara, Mexico, young members of the Hooogar Collective are pursuing an ambitious mission: to create community, nurture collaboration and make art accessible to all
8 Dec 2023 Jacaranda Ayala, Michelle Castillon, Maria Jose Tellez
Collage on an orange background: a person using DJ equipment on a washing machine, an art exhibit with screens and bricks, and a person browsing clothes. Text reads “Hoogar Collective 2023." Decorative pattern on the left.
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Room to grow

In the thriving art destination city of Guadalajara, Mexico, young members of the Hooogar Collective are pursuing an ambitious mission: to create community, nurture collaboration and make art accessible to all
8 Dec 2023 Jacaranda Ayala, Michelle Castillon, Maria Jose Tellez
Collage on an orange background: a person using DJ equipment on a washing machine, an art exhibit with screens and bricks, and a person browsing clothes. Text reads “Hoogar Collective 2023." Decorative pattern on the left.
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Future investments

The National Youth Arts Trust was founded a decade ago to counter the damage caused by years of government cuts. Today, its mission (and challenges) are more critical than ever.
6 Dec 2023 Fiona Laird
A person in a fuzzy costume passionately performs on stage with several others. They stand in front of a Christmas tree, and the group behind wears festive attire, including sweaters and Santa hats. Colorful stage lights illuminate the background.
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Future investments

The National Youth Arts Trust was founded a decade ago to counter the damage caused by years of government cuts. Today, its mission (and challenges) are more critical than ever.
6 Dec 2023 Fiona Laird
A person in a fuzzy costume passionately performs on stage with several others. They stand in front of a Christmas tree, and the group behind wears festive attire, including sweaters and Santa hats. Colorful stage lights illuminate the background.
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Wild ideas

When studies showed even images of nature could have a positive effect on wellbeing, Graphic Rewilding, a public art venture on a grand scale, was born.
5 Dec 2023 Lee Baker
Illustrated scene of a garden with various colorful flowers, including chrysanthemums and lavender, against a yellow background. A butterfly hovers above the blossoms. The sky is cloudy, adding a soft, serene atmosphere.