Award-winning Iranian-British stand-up comedian and actor, Omid Djalili is internationally renowned for his engaging performances. From starring in Hollywood movies like Sex and the City 2 and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again to featuring in Channel 4’s hit series, The Change, Djalili’s talent appears to know no bounds. With his new and intimate show,… Continue reading Life lessons: Omid Djalili on what life so far has taught him
Category: Positive News
The bid to ensure that no one dies alone
No One Dies Alone (NODA) is a global movement of compassionate citizens who provide companionship to people in the last hours of their lives. While the volunteer-based initiative was initially established to alleviate the fear of dying alone, founder Alison Bunce has now expanded it to address social isolation and loneliness. Her organisation, Compassionate Inverclyde,… Continue reading The bid to ensure that no one dies alone
‘I saw a man transform before my eyes’
When a man steps into the centre of A Band of Brothers’ circle for the first time, Conroy Harris, the charity’s CEO, admits feeling uncertain. In the past, the man may have been dismissed by Harris as he carried preconceived notions of what a ‘real man’ should look and act like. However, after doing some… Continue reading ‘I saw a man transform before my eyes’
Six things we learned making the Positive News podcast
After six episodes featuring a diverse range of communities tackling mental health issues across the globe, Positive News’ inaugural podcast, Developing Mental Wealth, has finished its debut series. Community initiatives focused on the importance of communal, low-cost, and culturally relevant support and education were the subject of the podcast, traveling to Guatemala, Nigeria, Peru, Zimbabwe,… Continue reading Six things we learned making the Positive News podcast
What went right this week: the good news you should know about
There is plenty of good news to go around this week, from environmental progress in China and Ireland to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease in the US. Indonesia also celebrates a record low poverty rate, while the UK has its most diverse parliament yet. Indonesia has lifted three million people out of poverty over the… Continue reading What went right this week: the good news you should know about
We want to know: what do forests mean to you?
Do you have a deep appreciation for nature? Maybe you feel the urge to hug a tree or simply bask in the beauty of a forest. It’s no surprise that spending time in the woods can have a significant impact on your mental and physical well-being. Taking a leisurely walk in nature can relieve stress… Continue reading We want to know: what do forests mean to you?
A new school teaches children from low-income families to be journalists
The upcoming Notting Hill Carnival will see a team of young journalists reporting on the event, thanks to the Cocoa School of Journalism and Creative Arts. Students aged from five to 17 will be writing articles, conducting interviews, and recording videos, all of which will be published in the UK’s first Black children’s magazines, Cocoa… Continue reading A new school teaches children from low-income families to be journalists
‘I had fun making my wrinkles’: the growing movement to embrace ageing
The notion that beauty is synonymous with youth is a concept that has been sold to women for years. This chase for youthfulness has become a global business worth tens of billions. But many women are now actively taking back positivity towards their faces and bodies instead of chasing an impossible dream. The message is… Continue reading ‘I had fun making my wrinkles’: the growing movement to embrace ageing
Wanted: community conscious businesses looking to scale
England now has a new programme aimed at improving the world for entrepreneurs. The School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) launched Trading for Good aiming to unearth social entrepreneurs and community business leaders. The five-year programme is supported by Power to Change and The Dulverton Trust, in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund, which awarded… Continue reading Wanted: community conscious businesses looking to scale
The ball in his court: the coach on a mission to diversify tennis
Arum Akom, a 25-year-old tennis coach in Camberwell, South London, runs a bursary program for local children, coaches junior players aiming for a professional career, and is creating a new generation of mentors for his new initiative, Black Tennis Mentors. Tennis has been growing globally since the pandemic, and the sport is transforming, proving that… Continue reading The ball in his court: the coach on a mission to diversify tennis