Esmee Fairbairn
Esmee Fairbairn launched its new strategy this week focused on three independent aims
We aim to improve our natural world, secure a fairer future and strengthen the bonds in communities in the UK.
People often ask me for examples of good practice in developing and communicating strategic plans – this approach definitely joins my top ten.
RSA Pupil Design Awards
The RSA has launched this year’s Pupil Design Awards which invite children and young people to use design thinking to create social change and solve complex problems. Last year’s winners are inspiring.
Is it the Shipping Forecast – no it’s the latest Covid-19 regs!
And for sheer enjoyment it would be hard to beat Robin Lustig reading the latest Covid-19 regulations in the style of the shipping forecast.
Dealing with debt
I know this may seem a bit stark but as we all know many in the arts and cultural sector have seen their livelihoods disappear. These are compassionate and useful resources for anyone who may be dealing with debt. Please don’t struggle alone.
We provide the UK’s most comprehensive debt advice service. We help people with debt problems take back control of their finances and their lives. (Step Change)
We’re working for a world in which the vicious cycle of money and mental health problems is broken, so that we all have an equal chance of financial security, regardless of our mental health; and everyone’s mental health can flourish, regardless of their financial circumstances. (Money and Mental Health)
Clean Break and Slung Low in conversation: The Civic Work of Arts Organisations During COVID 19
This is highly recommended viewing/listening if you can make it.
An in-conversation event with Clean Break Theatre Company and Slung Low reflecting on the civic and social work of arts organisations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each arts company has a long history of being deeply embedded in their respective communities, this event will consider how this has positioned them to attend to an intensified need during this global crisis.
11th November – 18:00 – 20:00, you can sign up here.
Photo London Digital
If you haven’t already clocked it Photo London is all digital this year. Some great talks and really thought provoking work.
Photo London harnesses London’s outstanding creative talent and brings together the world’s leading photographers, curators, exhibitors, dealers, and the public to celebrate photography – the medium of our time.