5 major trends reshaping democratic engagement
From a webinar by Go Vocal
Reflects technological evolution and growing expectation that governments create more inclusive, representative, continuous channels for civic input. Shifts from episodic participation to a systemic model.
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Behavioural nudges to improve parenting
Geoff Knott
A '5-a-day' campaign encourages people to eat 5 portions of fruit/veg daily. Why not do the same with parents to raise awareness of long-term harm some actions have and also good parenting practices. Some nudges..
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Hunger and thirst for righteousness
From a book by Kenneth E. Bailey
In the developed world, we have food and water to satisfy. By contrast, many in Jesus' world would have known both unrelenting hunger and life-threatening thirst. Do we deeply hunger and thirst for righteousness?
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History’s most remarkable transformation
From an article by The Institute for Faith, Work &
In 1800, 90% of humanity lived in subsistence poverty. Today, that figure has flipped. But economic flourishing is a means to a greater end: the full, vibrant, God-honouring life of shalom.
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Combating loneliness with culture buddies
From an article by Reasons to be Cheerful
What if a ticket to the theatre could also be a prescription against loneliness? A non-profit is turning concert and museum visits into powerful social medicine.
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The most overlooked evangelistic tool?
From an article by 10 of Those
Phil set to reading the Bible alone. Within just a few weeks, he understood how Jesus’ death and resurrection offered him the forgiveness and hope he was seeking. Many people are requesting Bibles...
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Remote working’s hidden toll on young adults
From an article by the Institute of Family Studies
Remote work has reshaped the workweek. But young adults spend more time alone, amplifying conditions affecting mental health. Also undermines development milestones like mentoring, romance, community.
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How to help a neighbour without making it weird
From an article by Relationships Australia
You see a neighbour who’s going through something. Maybe they’ve just had a baby, someone's unwell, they’re grieving. You want to help, but… what do you say? What if they don’t want help? What if..
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What happens when you give teens no-strings cash?
From an article by The Hechinger Report
Transfers for 40 weeks to students from mostly disadvantaged families resulted in better attendance, higher nutrition, increased confidence and financial literacy, a savings habit but no improvement in...
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