Decentering Marginalisation
The term ‘marginalisation’ has become a buzzword in social policy and academic discourse, as it seems to offer a comprehensive and nuanced way of understanding […]
Social Cohesion
Calling People Bigots is Zero-Sum Thinking
Recently, I’ve observed a noticeable increase in the use of the word ‘bigot’ in conversations, which raises some alarm. Historically, such terms were primarily confined […]
Rainbows in the Workplace
The UK Government’s proposed restrictions on rainbows in the workplace have sparked considerable debate and concern. These restrictions are part of a broader set of […]
Khan Review – A Role for Community Media in Promoting Social Cohesion
The Khan Review, led by Dame Sara Khan and commissioned by the UK government, explores contemporary threats to social cohesion and the resilience of the […]
Are We Experiencing a Breakdown of Our Social Fabric?
Are We Experiencing a Breakdown of Our Social Fabric? Considering the evident challenges in the UK, it’s vital that we explore the consequences of weakened […]
Community Cohesion – Beyond Grievance by Rakib Ehsan
Rakib Ehsan’s book Beyond Grievance highlights the growing tensions between liberal cosmopolitanism and patriotic faith-based conservatism in Britain’s ethnic-minority communities. It argues that the liberal-left […]
Left Behind Neighbourhoods and Local Media
The report “A Neighbourhood Strategy for National Renewal” is produced by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for ‘left behind’ neighbourhoods, in collaboration with Local Trust, […]
A Closer Look – Ofcom’s Study on Working-Class Audiences and BBC Programming
In research published on Thursday 30th November, Ofcom has looked at into the viewing habits and preferences of working-class audiences in the UK, offering insights […]
Decentered Media Podcast 134 – Social Needs Communication
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https://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Decentered-Media-Podcast-134-2023-10-25-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowIn this episode of the Decentered Media podcast, the focus is on social needs communication, and the way that community engagement […]
Community Media – Talking About Integration
How do diverse communities maintain a functional and desirable sense of social cohesion in an age of cultural fragmentation, media-driven misinformation, and globalised threats to […]
This is Not America: A Call for Authentic Cultural Expression in Modern Britain
Tomiwa Owolade’s “This is Not America” is a compelling exploration of race and identity in Britain, challenging the Americanised lens through which these issues are […]
Tackling Knife Violence – Power to Change Screening
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https://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Power-to-Change-Screening-001-2022-06-29-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowKnife crime is high on the agenda as a matter of public concern, with many young people being caught in a […]
Reaching People – Moneywise Radio Advice
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https://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Moneywise-Feature-001-2021-10-29-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowThis week, we were with local money advice charity Moneywise Plus, who recorded a feature on how it has helped people […]
Leicester Stories – Celebrating Our Similarities
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https://decentered.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Celebrate-Our-Similarities-001-2021-09-21-Mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new windowMany people want us to focus on our differences, but there is more to be gained by celebrating our similarities. That […]
Leicester Community Messages
Here are messages from community and civic society groups in Leicester who are promoting their open access and low-cost sessions for the benefit of city […]