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Why We Do Black History Month Differently (And You Should Too)
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Explanation of why Spark & Co. are celebrating Black History Month differently and advice on how you can too.
Why We Don't Celebrate South Asian Heritage Month as Encapsulated by 5 Quotes From The Good Immigrant
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We believe that it's important to recognise the roots of a movement, especially when it involves communities who are experiencing marginalisation.
One Year On
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A look at our story, impact, and what's on the horizon for Spark & Co.
Tackling the Digital Divide with Bloody Good Period
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For many people experiencing digital exclusion, the inequalities are deepened. We’re excited to announce our partnership with Bloody Good Period as part of our Tackling Digital Exclusion Programme.
Four Letters Can't Define 8.1 Million Lives
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8.1 million people in the UK, or 13% of the population, are currently defined by this term. We don’t believe it is possible to recognise the humanity, the complexity, the experiences and identities of 8.1 million lives with a four letter acronym.
Tackling Digital Exclusion During Covid-19 in Manchester
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We delivered an outreach programme to tackle digital exclusion and provide racialised people and communities in Manchester with accurate information in order to make informed decisions during the pandemic.
Tackling Digital Exclusion With Savera UK
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Spark & Co. was able to support Savera UK's clients and their families with access to smartphones and data.
Tackling Digital Exclusion in Wales With the Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team
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In this post, we explore the work and impact of our Tackling Digital Exclusion programme in Wales.
2020: The Year We Took A Stand
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As 2020 draws to an end, our small - but mighty! - team of three at Spark & Co. look back at how far we’ve come and what the future holds.
A Year in Outreach and Support Work with Spark & Co.
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Our Offline and Outreach Manager, Jessica Elouahbi Mallard, reflects on the last year at Spark & Co. and how we've reached racialised communities who are digitally excluded.
Blogs
From the Budget to Badenoch: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
From the Budget to Badenoch: Between a Rock and a Hard Place I’ve watched the U.K.’s latest budget announcement and the appointment of Kemi Badenoch as the Conservative Party’s new leader with a mixture of cautious hope and deep concern. These developments signal shifts in how marginalised and
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Statement on the Current State of White Supremacy and Race Riots in the U.K.
At Spark & Co., we stand in unwavering solidarity with racialised people and communities, particularly Muslim and migrant communities that white supremacist groups have targeted.
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Standing Together Against Racist Violence: Support for Communities of Colour in the UK
Support for communities of colour in the UK responding to racist violence and Islamophobia. Access resources and support to navigate these challenging times.
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Nine Places to Shop Ethically (and support Palestine) this Festive Season (or for life)
What is divestment? And why shop from Palestine? Divestment means moving money away from brands or businesses for financial, ethical, or other reasons. It is the opposite of investment. Divesting your money from Israeli and international companies that are complicit in violations of Palestinian
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