Legacy of 'The Troubles'

A short introduction to this album. 

Service users and practitioners discuss the constraints imposed on mental health care by the remote, dispersed nature of the Orkney Islands. 

How 'The Troubles' in Northern Ireland have shaped the city of Belfast and the lives of some of its inhabitants. 

Many men silently struggle, pressured by society to “be strong” and hide their emotions. This isolation can lead to loneliness and internal battles. Vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s courage. True strength is asking for help and sharing struggles. Let’s create safe spaces where m ... Show More

New Generation Thinkers Shahidha Bari & Laurence Scott consider how archives come to life with events from the Being Human Festival including klezmer music, stories from conflict in Northern Ireland and voices from marginalised communities. 

*This episode was recorded in early March 2024, before the recent escalation of violence in Sudan. South Sudan may be the youngest country in the world, but it’s already undergone a huge amount of violence – and the ongoing civil war in Sudan looks set to bring further instabilit ... Show More

Mental health issues with our youth are through the roof 📈! What can be done to help save them from harm? Join us to find out❗️ 

Shadia Qubti is a Palestinian from Nazareth who is currently completing a degree in Interreligious and Indigenous Studies at Vancouver School of Theology in Canada.  Prior to coming to Canada, Shadia studied International Relations and English Language at the Hebrew University in ... Show More

Tommy Robinson reflects on his activism and the evolution of his views on multiculturalism in the UK. He shares his experience growing up in Luton, witnessing the rise of jihadist groups, and the challenges his community faced with gang violence, terrorism, and the lack of suppor ... Show More

Summary:In this conversation, Ryan and AbI discuss the ongoing turmoil in Lebanon, focusing on the personal and communal impacts of war. AbI shares her experiences and the emotional toll it has taken on her and her community. They explore the importance of faith in navigating the ... Show More

Introduction Mental health is a critical aspect of overall well-being, yet it often remains overshadowed by physical health concerns. This article will explore the role of public awareness campaigns in changing perceptions and attitudes towards mental health issues. Grammar Point ... Show More

The need for care - for radical care, for decolonial care, for accountable and reciprocal and emancipatory care - has never been more obvious. In a world where it is clear that institutions don’t care for us and that many of our elected political leaders just want to amass power ... Show More