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Past RSA Journals

Issue 1 2016

We explore system change in education and in professional football with Manchester City and Belgium’s Vincent Kompany.
8 May 2016
Colorful kaleidoscope pattern featuring geometric shapes in pink, blue, green, and orange. The design radiates from the center against a vibrant yellow background, creating a symmetrical and intricate visual effect.
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Cedric Villani on the 7 Ingredients of Creativity

What does it take to come up with a new idea? Award-winning mathematician Cédric Villani reveals the seven key ingredients that come together to create breakthrough moments in human knowledge and innovation.
16 Feb 2016
Colorful text reading "BIRTH OF AN IDEA!" is surrounded by vibrant, overlapping brushstrokes in various colors, radiating outward to create an energetic and creative atmosphere.
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Issue 4 2015

In this issue we focus on communities. How can more communities play a bigger part in making change happen?
1 Dec 2015
A collection of scattered wooden letters forms the silhouette of a face on a pink background. The letters cast shadows, accentuating the facial profile.
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Issue 3 2015

In this issue we explore how the RSA’s recent project on heritage, identity and place provided an excellent opportunity to make optimal use of all of the Society’s resources.
12 Nov 2015
Colorful patchwork quilt with geometric patterns covering a surface, featuring greens, blues, yellows, and purples. The text on the cover reads "RSA: 21st century enlightenment" and mentions articles about heritage, neighborhood roles, and cities.
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RSA Short: George the Poet on Climate Change

What will it take to make us act on climate change? BRIT-nominated wordsmith ‘George the Poet’ issues a compelling call to action in this powerful new poem. Words brought to life via the stunning imagery of illustrator Katie Halil (AKA @WhatKatieDrew)
29 Sep 2015
Artistic illustration of a heart with legs walking across colorful splashes on a textured background. Two plants grow from green splashes left behind. Sparse handwriting decorates the top, adding an abstract element.
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Issue 2 2015

In this issue we take a look at the future economy. Gar Alperovitz argues that capitalist’s pendulum must swing from corporations to communities, whilst Mariana Mazzucato encourages the emergence of state-led innovation.
9 Aug 2015
Cover of the RSA Journal, Issue 2, 2010. It features a reflective surface with abstract buildings and trees, accompanied by text about the economy, on a vibrant green background.
Past RSA Journals

Issue 1 2015

In this issue the RSA seeks to celebrate design’s new-found status not just as a profession but as a deeper way of thinking about the world.
29 Mar 2015
Minimalist design of abstract factories with geometric shapes and pastel colors on a magazine cover. The text reads "RSA" and "Better by design?" with details about art and design topics.
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Brené Brown on Blame

You are probably a bit of a blamer – most of us are. But why should we give it up? Inspirational thinker Brené Brown considers why we blame others, how it sabotages our relationships, and why we desperately need to move beyond this toxic behaviour.
3 Feb 2015
Illustration of four people sitting in a circle under a "Blamers Anonymous" sign. They appear to be in a support group setting with empty chairs around them. A woman with short blonde hair is standing and speaking to the group.