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Human Rights Day 2024 “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now,”

Michael Gill, Co-chair of Pride – our LGBTQIA+ colleague group Every year, on 10th December, the world comes together to celebrate Human Rights Day. This date marks the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) in 1948 – a groundbreaking document that established the fundamental rights every person is entitled to, regardless of

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World AIDS Day 2024: Reflecting on progress and challenges in the UK 

Michael Gill, Co-chair of Pride – our LGBTQIA+ colleague group   Each year on 1 December, World AIDS Day provides an opportunity to remember those who have died of AIDS-related illnesses, celebrate advancements in treatment and prevention, and renew the call to action in the fight against HIV/AIDS.    In the UK, this day serves as a

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The Importance of Trans Day of Remembrance

Michael Gill, Co-chair of Pride, Riverside’s LGBTQIA+ colleague group. Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR), recognised every 20 November, aims to honour the lives of transgender people who have been lost to violence and discrimination. In the UK, this day holds a unique significance, reflecting both the progress made in advancing trans rights and the ongoing

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GROW – Simon’s story

Thirty-six-year-old Simon says he’s tried every substance going. For almost 20 years, the scaffolder from Coventry was caught up in the chaos of drugs, prison and poor mental health. But now, with support from Jericho House and Riverside, Simon is in full recovery and on the path to a new career.

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Co-production – what’s missing?

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It’s the end of Co-production Week 2024, and Riverside, along with many other organisations have been celebrating all things Co-production, and looking at “What’s Missing”?

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