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What did we learn about the society last summer?
Society Andy Durma 18/09/2024 Society Andy Durma 18/09/2024

What did we learn about the society last summer?

Last summer exposed deep divisions in our society, but also moments of unity. To move forward, we must confront fear and racism with empathy and truth.

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Diversity in the face of adversity
Society Sindiso Nyathi 16/08/2024 Society Sindiso Nyathi 16/08/2024

Diversity in the face of adversity

We celebrate Geordie's welcoming nature and multicultural spirit following the racism riots in the UK.

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Messages of Solidarity
Society, Diversity Alison Cheesman 14/08/2024 Society, Diversity Alison Cheesman 14/08/2024

Messages of Solidarity

Thank you for all of the messages of support and solidarity we have received so far.

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Racism has no place here.
Society, Racism Andy Durma 08/08/2024 Society, Racism Andy Durma 08/08/2024

Racism has no place here.

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Safety tips in light of the riots across the country
Safety, Society Roots and Wings 03/08/2024 Safety, Society Roots and Wings 03/08/2024

Safety tips in light of the riots across the country

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WERS Values!
News, Society Alison Cheesman 15/04/2024 News, Society Alison Cheesman 15/04/2024

WERS Values!

After some fantastic discussions with the WERS advisory panel we have updated our values!

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