Voicebox: Activism

Never before have so many issues been championed at once. The environment; equal rights for ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+; an end to class discrimination and access to opportunities for the disabled. It's been over 100 years since women in the UK were first allowed to vote and the feminist fight for gender equality still continues. Refugees in desperate need of help and compassion are instead treated as criminals. Activism is integral to making these issues mainstream and bringing about much needed change. We at Voice want to shine a light on these movements, and specifically how you are campaigning for change. Big or small, global or personal, we can all make a difference, and we want to hear your stories. So whether you're at the forefront of an international movement, or you've just decided to cut down on plastic, share your story and help inspire others to make the world a brighter place!
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3 November 2023
Reflecting on craft: the importance of physicality and messages of hope
What does craft offer activists today?
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23 October 2023
Craft is a constructive approach to anger, says felt artist Maggie Scott
Scott communicates empowering messages through felt
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2 October 2023
Land artist Elham Angell explores the intersection between art and nature
Elham Angell engages with activist and environmental themes in her land art installations
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2 October 2023
Young people fight for climate justice at the ECHR
An exceptional case sees six young people take 32 governments to court
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25 September 2023
Artist and activist leader Barbara Keal on the need for creative collaboration amid the climate crisis
Barbara Keal shares more about how a single garment has facilitated a pilgrimage movement
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22 September 2023
Adapting Craft: The Case for Activism
Craft offers changemakers an alternative approach to progress
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21 September 2023
Is Political Correctness Culture Regulating The Arts?
In this article, I will discuss the concept of political correctness, and its influence in the Arts. Here, I ask the question: is political correctness culture regulating the arts?
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9 September 2023
Decoding the G20 with UK 'Future of Work' Delegate Janet Siwoku
“Witnessing our world's pressing challenges, from climate change to social inequality, I felt compelled to take action.”
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8 August 2023
What's going on with the UCEA/UCU dispute, and how to make your voice heard as a student
On 1 August, the UCU tweeted that talks have broken down between them and the UCEA, meaning that the Marking and Assessment Boycott will continue to cause disruption. I interview a UCU member on the boycott, and their reasons for taking part in it.
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8 August 2023
Interviews with Friends: Sophia and Sabirin on student protest and solidarity with the UCU
An interview with my English Literature coursemates Sophia and Sabirin following a student protest outside our uni. We talk about the ongoing UCU/UCEA dispute and its impact, and how they plan to persevere in becoming lecturers one day regardless.
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8 August 2023
Last Frame Club and their screening of ‘Otherness’ for Last Frame Queer Festival 2023
A review of 'Otherness' (2023), a Spanish documentary focusing on a community of lesbians living in Catalonia. The film follows six characters, exploring their feelings on gender, sexuality, love, and belonging as they go about their everyday life.
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28 September 2023
Webinar: How to build a campaign in the Performing Arts
Your creativity has the power to make an impact on our Ocean. Create a legacy. Work for good. The Ocean needs our help.
Our Deep Currents workshop has been built to help young people aged 16-25 understand more about themselves and our Ocean.
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12 June 2023
Should I make a political statement at my graduation?
A thought piece on the challenges faced by students graduating in 2023. From COVID to strike action, many of my peers are questioning whether their education was worth the tuition fees.
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15 May 2023
Sustainability Within the Fashion Industry
I am exploring the pros and cons of sustainable fashion as a part of my gold arts award and have written about my thoughts about the pros and cons of sustainable fashion.
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23 April 2023
Review: Toska at The Hope Theatre, London
Toska tells the true story of Russia’s Khachaturyan sisters, who after many years of abuse, killed their own father. Presented by Sortsol Theatre Company, this urgent piece of physical theatre is at The Hope Theatre, London until 29th April 2023.
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14 April 2023
Resetting fast fashion trends one stitch at a time: In conversation with a Welsh artist
Ophelia Dos Santos discusses the role of making conscious lifestyle choices in the fight against climate change.
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4 December 2022
Decoding G20 with UK Head Delegate Mohammed Karim
“If you don’t have a seat around the table, then you’ll be on the menu”
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3 December 2022
Reflecting on COP27 with UK Youth Delegate Ameer Ibrahim
“Don’t forget the mission to save our planet.”