Revd Ian Worsfold: Chaplaincy in a Diverse HE Community

Job Shadowing HE

#Podcasting Education #Susannah Marsden

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大约1年之前 31:49

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In this episode, Ian discusses how the role of chaplaincy has evolved at the institution during the past ten years, considers the importance of adapting to the needs of different communities, reflects upon what it means to ‘disagree well’ in a societal era of polarisation and provides insight into the Doctoral research he’s currently undertaking to influence equality, diversity and inclusion policies for students of faith in a secular university.

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Revd Ian Worsfold: Chaplaincy in a Diverse HE Community

Job Shadowing HE

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