Exploring the intersections of race, culture and philanthropy, author of No Win Race Derek A Bardowell speaks to the people who are tackling some of the most challenging social issues of our times. In each episode you will hear the views, approaches and tactics of those who are reforming our public services, speaking truth to power and opening the doors for the marginalised to move to the centre.
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We discuss serious youth violence, the impact of austerity on communities, drill music, Queensbridge hip-hop, Power the Fight, community voice impacting on policy and funding, supporting frontline practitioners and why We Need To Talk About Race.
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We discuss how everyday people power significant social movements, Art Hotel, race & space, No Permission Fund, Beats, Rhymes & Cities, and why we should invest in hope.
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We discuss philanthropic culture, participatory grant-making, Edge Fund, Charity vs Social Justice, and visions of what a more effective philanthropic sector would look like.
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Derek and Immy talk about the need for radical investment in our social and civic infrastructure, Black Panther Party, Birmingham Impact Hub, Civic Square and why funders invest in black and brown pain and not in our liberation or visions for the future.
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Derek, Jacqui and Natalie discuss holistic approaches to addressing the root causes of mental ill health, designing an anti-racist health system, black wellbeing, community leadership, white supremacy, and culturally appropriate advocacy
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Derek, Faiza and Omar discuss race, class and institutional prejudice, immigration, Empire, the role of civil society, hostile environment and hope.
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Derek and Mandu, leader of the Women's Equality Party and the first black leader of a major political party in Britain discuss equal parenting and care-giving, Brexit, toxic femininity, ending violence against women and girls, and menstrual cups.
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Derek and Fozia discuss power dynamics in philanthropy; diversity, equity and inclusion in the charitable sector, equity-based approach to grant-making, and community-based decision-making, among other issues.
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Derek and Marcus discuss the Naga Munchetty case, the Reporting Racism event at House of Commons, navigating white spaces in the media, Local News Partnerships, tax breaks for implementing diversity, the Netflix model and the power of journalism.
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Derek, Farzana and Sai discuss the legacy of Voices that Shake! connecting climate justice to all social justice issues, extractivism and the white saviour complex in the NGO sector, the ‘b-euro-cratic’ nature of funding, art as a lever for social change and community healing.
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Derek, Michelle and Anna discuss how physical education should be reformed, how the media represents sports women, Serena Williams, intersectionality, body image and much more.
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Derek and Carlene discuss serious youth violence, chicken shops, protecting children online, the value of youth work, county lines and school exclusions.
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