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Trust the People Training

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How can local communities work together in the global crises we are facing today? Trust The People have some ideas. They are a fast-expanding group working to create a movement of community builders to work together in our increasingly unstable world. This is all about democracy from the ground up, and about really trusting the people. This education course contains five…
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Finding Queer Histories in the Archives

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Suzie Wright of Sheffield Archives and Jon Newman of Lambeth Archives will be in conversation as they explore some of their collection highlights that offer insights into local LGBTQ+ history, and discuss ways to better collect such materials for the future. Recording will be available to view from midday on Friday 8th February at the link below. Part of LGBTQ+…
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LGBTQ+ History Month at Sheffield Libraries

February is LGBTQ+ History Month and Sheffield Libraries, in conjunction with Lambeth Libraries, offer a varied programme of talks, workshops, and podcasts aimed at all ages. Full details at the link below.  
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No to War on Yemen - Day of action

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The shockingly under-reported war in Yemen has led to the death of 250,000 people and created the worst humanitarian crisis anywhere in the world according to the UN. They estimate that more than 24 million people in the country, which was already one of the poorest on the planet prior to the war, will need humanitarian assistance in 2021. The…
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Sheffield Friends of the Earth meeting

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Sheffield Friends of the Earth is calling on Sheffield City Council to declare an ecological emergency. For this meeting, Liz Ballard, Chief Executive of Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust will be explaining the reasons behind the call, and the importance of taking action locally.  
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What will the Biden administration mean for trade and UK digital rights?

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An Open Rights Group (ORG) event. What controls will UK citizens and residents have over their personal data once it transfers to the US? Will UK courts retain the power to protect your data from abusive US companies? What can you or your MP do to ensure the UK doesn’t trade away our digital rights? Speakers: Damian Collins, MP for…
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