2008 is Runnymede's 40th Anniversary. To commemorate this landmark we have devised a range of special projects and events. These anniversary projects will be delivered on top of our ususal programme. Our aim is to raise £100,000 with the help of our friends and supporters.
... Read moreOur latest Perspectives Paper, 'A Tale of Two Englands – 'Race' and Violent Crime in the Press', has been published. The report argues that the print media’s reporting of violent crime stirs racist tension. Through an in-depth analysis of reporting of violent crime in 2007, we identified clear different approaches to reporting of crime dependent on whether the victim or perpetrator are Black or White. We argue that these approaches serve to influence public opinion and policy, and contribute to the reinforcement of racist stereotypes.
... Read moreThe Spring 2008 Bulletin is out now. Its first few pages are dedicated to the 2008 Jim Rose Lecture given by Rageh Omaar and Michelynn Lafleche's reflections on Runnymede's work over the past 40 years and its challenges for the future. It includes a critical review on how New Labour depicts today's youth, an introduction to Runnymede's next 'State of the Nation' report on the topical subject of 'Race and Elections' as well as a look into the reasons behind the relative high achievement of British-Chinese pupils.
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A Teachers' Guide for using the innovative Video ART Postcards in the classroom is now available to download from the website. Lesson Plans for Citizenship (Key Stages 3 and 4) have been designed for teachers, youth workers and others working with young people to support teaching and learning about slavery, racism and resistance. They use the Video ART Postcards short films made by young people aged 14 to 19 during the summer of 2007.
... Read moreRunnymede held its third Jim Rose Lecture in association with the RSA on Thursday 31st January. An evening devoted to the work and memory of Jim Rose, co-founder of the Runnymede Trust. This year's lecture, 'Identity and Homecoming', was delivered by Rageh Omaar.
You can listen to the lecture on the RSA website
... Read moreThis interim report by Professor Audrey Osler recently launched at Runnymede's education conference presents some initial observations from the faith schools and community cohesion project.
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The Premiere Screening of Video ART Postcards took place at the Museum in Docklands on 10th November, as part of the Museum's public opening of their new permanent gallery ‘London, Sugar and Slavery'.
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