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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17 September 2020
Climate change: Covid’s effect on the countryside
When we first entered lock-down, travel ceased and tourism halted. One unexpected outcome from this that became visible instantly: the environment started to heal. But now, as we trickle back to ‘normal’ life are we damaging the world more than ever?
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7 September 2020
Mythbusting: The climate crisis
With so much fake news floating around, Bea directs her attention to mythbusting an issue that will affect us all: climate change.
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8 August 2020
Art and culture in the era of BLM
Saskia and Tayo talk about art, culture, and whether there has really been any change as a result of the Black Lives Matter movement.
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6 August 2020
Nature and Climate Change
We're all familiar with the plight of the polar bear as our planet warms, but how is nature as a whole likely to react to a changing climate?
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1 August 2020
Decolonising the climate movement
Sadhana and Tayo dissect white environmentalism, discuss the intersection of anti-racism and climate movements and highlight the importance of solidarity
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29 July 2020
'Are we attracted to Fascism?'
An essay that seeks to answer whether the human species inherently craves Fascism, by analysing the works of key political sociologists, pyschologists, and philosophers.
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29 July 2020
Studio 2 - John Charles Exhibition
John Charles exhibition and latest commission reveal
Held at studio 2 Liverpool
Written by Danni Skelding
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21 July 2020
Decolonising the climate movement
Dissecting white environmentalism, the intersection of anti-racism and climate movements and highlighting the importance of solidarity
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9 July 2020
Poem 1- The riot in me.
After the shocking events, which have taken place in Minneapolis, I have written a collection of poems, all focused on the topic of race and societal tension. I truly believe that the pen will be able to bridge the divides in our fractured world.
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8 July 2020
Do Arts Subjects in Schools Matter?
For a long time we have been fed the narrative that arts subjects don't belong in schools. So I decided to dig a little bit deeper. Why do people feel this way about these subjects? And is there any substantial evidence to support their views?
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6 July 2020
#LightItInRed: A plea to save the events industry
The events industry will not survive the next 100 days!
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3 July 2020
Climate after Covid: an interview with Gideon Futerman, Worldward
How can coronavirus impact our approach to climate change?
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1 July 2020
Interview with Kieran Kiggell, UKSCN
I had a chat with Kieran Kiggell, a young activist, who is part UKSCN, an organisation inspired by the Friday for Future.
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30 June 2020
'Grenfell: Burning Justice To The Ground'
An analysis of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire that seeks to discuss a) who is to blame? b) why has Justice not been served three years on? and c) is Grenfell evidence of the inherent flaws of Capitalism?
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15 June 2020
The unknown joys of Biorecording
Ever wondered what that weird bird call is outside your window? The pretty plant in your garden? Whether that moth is likely to eat your socks? Now's a good time to find out…
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11 June 2020
Social media - the teenager’s news platform
#blackouttuesday – help or hindrance?
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25 May 2020
Youth and the Climate Crisis
The voice of the youth is essential to tackling climate change.