Rethinking ReThink: Citizen Engagement Does Not Imply Youth Engagement (Part 1)
…just because a process is seen as open and engaging for adults, does not mean youth see it that way too.
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Building Citizens In The Childminding Room
Last week I attended a Shift presentation at city hall, hosted in partnership with Women In Politics, to learn more about London’s rapid transit plans and to talk about the experiences of women using public transit. Women in Politics, a wonderful group working hard to get more women involved in politics, offered free childminding for participants. …
On Being One Of The Youngest In The Room: London’s State of the City Address
My first thought as I came up the escalator and joined the long line of people filing into the room was, gosh it’s too early to be alive. My second thought? I don’t belong here. “Impostor syndrome can be defined as a collection of feelings of inadequacy that persist even in face of information that indicates that the …
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Orchestra London: Saving vs. Enabling
As a former band kid and a person who’s life to date has been strongly influenced by music, what’s happening with Orchestra London is heartbreaking. Participating in community jazz bands and orchestras turned me into who I am today because of the friends I made, the places I traveled to, the events I participated in, …
Age-Friendly Cities…Perhaps Not The Best Name?
If we’re going to focus only on older adults, then perhaps the more inclusive term of “age-friendly” should not be used.
Reflections on 25%, Mentorship, and Why I Freaking Love London
I’ve been meaning to write something like this for a while, and I feel like London needs a bit of positivity and love today. I also have pretty much an entire conference poster presentation to put together in the next few days, and a ton of conceptual stuff I should be working on for my …
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Homecoming is More Than Broughdale
I knew I wanted to write something about homecoming, but as I sit down to write this I’m a little bit stuck on what to say. A lot has already been said, and from the practical perspective (policing measures, university collaboration etc.) I don’t really have anything new to add. So I figured I’d throw out …