Upbeat Finance Manager Louise on finding hope in difficult times — and sharing it with those who need it most.
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Three Upbeat volunteers share what our women’s work has looked like since the pandemic began.
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From The Repair Shop to Dr Pimple Popper, Elliot shares how the stories of restoration gracing our TV screens can inspire us to help others.
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Our CEO, Andrew Jackson, reflects on 2020 and shares his dreams for Upbeat Communities in 2021. Part one of two blog posts.
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This Christmas won’t be what many of us wanted. But what can it teach us about the experiences of those seeking sanctuary? Ruth explores…
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Award-winning collage artist and long-term supporter of Upbeat Communities, Giles Davies, tells the story behind the stunning piece he created for our 15th anniversary.
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This time last year, most of us had never considered the concept of a ‘virtual race’, let alone taken part in one. Read how April, Izzie and Ruth found the experience of running the virtual Derby 10K last month.
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Our CEO, Andrew Jackson, shares his response to the recent tragedies that have taken place in the English Channel.
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Ruth describes the challenging and inspiring moments of working with Syrian families on their resettlement journey over the last few months.
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Elliot shares his thoughts on new Netflix series, ‘Stateless’, and prompts us to ask the question, ‘how can we make a difference to the experiences of refugees and asylum seekers?’
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Read Don’s reflections on volunteering during lockdown…
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Read and watch Sam’s powerful summary of the ways Upbeat has touched his life and so many others’.
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I am moving on, but Upbeat has left a huge impression. Here’s how…
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We can’t gather in the same way, but we can still celebrate the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees. Take a look!
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There has never been a more important moment to help strangers become neighbours. We just have to rethink the way we do it.
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A hospital visit, 114 miles of driving and a garden badger invasion! Here’s an account of one day resettling Syrian refugees.
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Ruth, one of our amazing Key Workers, writes about resettling Syrian refugees in Derbyshire.
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What’s it really like? We asked Louise.
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Read our autumn newsletter right here!
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Campaigning isn’t something Upbeat is known for. However, this is one particular campaign we want to highlight, and if it is successful, it will have a positive impact on thousands of people seeking sanctuary in the UK.
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