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How can racism against people of African descent be tackled? (2021)
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A United Nations report set out a four-point plan of action to tackle systemic racism.

“Systemic racism needs a systemic response.”

That is the call to action from the UN Human Rights chief Michelle Bachelet, who released a scathing report into... Read More about How can racism against people of African descent be tackled?.

Documentary Premier - The Art of Oppression (2021) (2021)
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At the intersection of art, social injustice, and womanhood, The Art of Oppression'(2021), directed by Patricia Francis, is a documentary about resilience and hope. The film follows three women artists who use their art to articulate their experience... Read More about Documentary Premier - The Art of Oppression (2021).

Perfect storm for a Black revolution (2021)
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Postgraduate researcher and filmmaker Patricia Francis addresses the ongoing questions regarding the perceived value of Black lives.

The killing of George Floyd: A powerful lesson for change (2020)
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Temporary Filling (2020)
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The great staycation (2019)
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Fish and chips, sticks of rock, arcades, fun fairs and illuminations… The essential ingredients of the Great British seaside summer. So why are they all the big attractions at Matlock Bath in landlocked Derbyshire?

The Great Staycation spent the h... Read More about The great staycation.

Crossing divides (2019)
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35 years on from the miners’ strike, two former pit men try to heal deep wounds from the bitter dispute. And circumcision’s silent few - the men who say the procedure ruined their lives and the faith leaders who insist it’s an important moment in a m... Read More about Crossing divides.

Are you ready for this? (2018)
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Traemondo wants to be the UK's biggest grime artist & won't let his Ulcerative Colitis stand in his way...

Nottingham a city of activists (2017)
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Tthe spirit of Robin Hood - why does Nottinghamshire produce so many rebellious characters?

Film Premier and Q&A: Making Waves (2015): (2015)
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Almost 40 years after the 1976 Racial Discrimination Act, 'Making Waves' documents the life stories of first and second-generation Black, British citizens from the African-Caribbean and asks if the 'waves' made by one generation have had an impact on... Read More about Film Premier and Q&A: Making Waves (2015):.

Young carers (2015)
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The number of young carers in the UK (between 5yrs and 18yrs) is rising. Young carers are increasingly having to become 'the absent parent'. Two young girls share their experience of what it is like balancing being a carer, with school work and spend... Read More about Young carers.

Film Premier and Q&A: Many Rivers to Cross (2013) (2013)
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'Many Rivers to Cross' is a Heritage Lottery funded film. It tells the story, humorous and emotional in parts, of nine people who migrated to the UK from the Caribbean in the 1950's and 1960's. They travelled with nothing but their suitcases and a fi... Read More about Film Premier and Q&A: Many Rivers to Cross (2013).

Domestic violence (2013)
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Domestic Abuse. With Nigella Lawson in the News. The reporting of Domestic Violence in the East Midlands is increasing. Syncopate TV on Sunday Politics discusses the issues.

Working age dementia (2013)
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Working Age Dementia is increasing. Two young couples share their experience of being diagnosed with dementia with Syncopate TV on BBC Inside Out.

Benefit changes Universal Credit (2013)
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Universal Credit, the biggest shake up to the welfare system. Tens of thousands of people will be affected by the changes. Syncopate Media on Sunday Politics looks at what two councils are doing.

Bedroom tax (2013)
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If you live in a property with more bedrooms than you use and you're on housing benefit you could face a big drop in your benefit. Syncopate Media on Sunday Politics looks at the rules.

Oral histories project – Who feeds us?
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A significant proportion of people are disconnected from where their food comes from. Where once there were strong relationships between farmers and consumers, many people now have little idea where the food they eat is produced or who the people are... Read More about Oral histories project – Who feeds us?.

The Story of Fem FM – 2022
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An International Women's Day special. Miranda Rae celebrates 30 years of the UK's first all female radio station . In 1992, over 250 women made history in Bristol by setting up the UK's first women's radio station, Fem FM. It launched the careers of... Read More about The Story of Fem FM – 2022.

12 Communities 1 Bristol
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Co fundraiser and collaborator. Exploring some of the areas and communities that make up our city. The podcasts are filled with fascinating insights into the history of our communities; from the man who grew up as a young boy in Barton Hill during t... Read More about 12 Communities 1 Bristol.