How to connect communities to create opportunities
From a report by the Behavioural Insights Team
Building bridges between people may be most important infrastructure investment we never make. Strong links between social networks and economic outcomes. It starts with giving communities real control.
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Staying Human: Being a person in the age of AI
From a podcast by Together for the Common Good
2 main concerns; 1. AI confuses what it means to be human and what distinguishes humans from machines. 2. Bad uses of AI threaten essential aspects of human experience - creativity, understanding, vocation.
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10 ideas for connecting with neighbours
From an article by Neighbours Everyday
We can all work to create, share and grow belonging: for ourselves, our families, our neighbours. Focusing on inclusion, connection, making others welcome, and building respectful relationships. Some fun ideas..
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Countering individualism
From a video by Frameworks Institute
What can’t be seen when we hear + tell tales of a brave hero who overcame all odds? How can we refocus conversation on the odds versus the overcoming? Shifting mindsets on individualism is ambitious, but necessary and achievable.
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Neighbour Day
From an initiative by Relationships Australia
“Neighbour Day is a powerful reminder of the importance of social connections in our lives. Our research shows that when people engage with their communities, they experience improved mental well-being and reduced loneliness."
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Inspiring residents to become leaders
From an article by Local Trust
Everyone now works together for the benefit of the town. We’ve moved from having arguments about who should do what, groups doing things on their own, to developing skills of local people from across our community.
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In-Person - Bridging the gap: collaborating to empower communities - Rotherham
@Grimm & Co Ship Hill Rotherham
Explore new ways to drive community innovation alongside experts from both Sheffield universities, the third sector and industry. In South Yorkshire, there are many wonderful community and third sector organisations full of inspirational people dedicated to changing their communities for the better.
For these organisations, innovation is absolutely essential in serving their communities. In a region as plentiful in resources and knowledge, they shouldn’t have to do it alone. Supported by Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber of Commerce, experts from both Sheffield universities, industry and the third sector will explore how to better unlock the expertise right on the doorstep. Learn more about successful community collaborations, discover available support and network with the experts whose work is dedicated to tangible social impact.
14/04/2026
09:45