By Maureen Smojkis, Lecturer in Mental Health School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham A conversation with Kitty Hart-Moxon OBE, a Polish-Jewish survivor of Auschwitz who lived in Birmingham I interviewed Kitty in her home near London in 2010, as part of my research into the Polish Community who arrived in Birmingham after WWII. The … Continue reading “75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz”
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The Time Travel of Young Carers
By Chloe Alexander, Teaching Associate in Sociology School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham For my recent research project, a group of young carers – all from the West Midlands – travelled with their families to space. This happened in their imaginations (due to a tight research budget). They drew pictures showing their idea of … Continue reading “The Time Travel of Young Carers”
What can NHS leaders learn from a crisis?
By Steve Gulati, Director of Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Programme School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham The ongoing bushfire crisis in Australia has thrust the response of leaders into sharp focus, with criticism of the Australian Prime Minister, Scott Morrison. Whilst both the causes of and solutions to the bushfires are not the responsibility of … Continue reading “What can NHS leaders learn from a crisis?”
The NHS: What is on its Christmas election list?
By Professor Judith Smith, Director of Health Services Management Centre School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham If news stories are to be believed, it can seem as though the NHS is in a constant state of crisis. Indeed, three years ago the head of the British Red Cross caused a stir by describing the … Continue reading “The NHS: What is on its Christmas election list?”
How Could Tactical Voting Have an Impact on the General Election?
By Dr Sotirios Zartaloudis School of Government, University of Birmingham Following the decision to hold an election in the UK for the third time since 2015, a new term has gained prominence in British politics – the one of tactical voting. The main idea behind tactical voting is that voters should vote, not just according … Continue reading “How Could Tactical Voting Have an Impact on the General Election?”
How Do We Ensure That Primary Care in the UK Remains in Good Health?
By Professor Robin Miller School of Social Policy, University of Birmingham General practice in the United Kingdom has long had an international reputation as a positive exemplar of primary care. Free at the point of access, funded on basis of population and needs (i.e. not a fee for service), and led by clinicians, our model … Continue reading “How Do We Ensure That Primary Care in the UK Remains in Good Health?”
Building a Leader: Does What We Want From a Leader Change Over Time?
By Kyle Smith, International Development Department School of Government, University of Birmingham Being a leader is a special thing. People often look up to you for advice, guidance, perspective, experience and expertise, and they hold you to account if you don’t get it right. That all sounds a little complicated for me (and quite high … Continue reading “Building a Leader: Does What We Want From a Leader Change Over Time?”
Leadership Through the Looking Glass: Why Understanding What Leadership Means in Different Contexts Matters
By Professor David Hudson and Dr Claire Mcloughlin, International Development Department School of Government, University of Birmingham Photo credits: Young Women’s Christian Association (YMCA) march in support of female rights during International Women’s Day in Honiara. Flickr (DFAT, Australia 2011) These are troubling times for those studying the role of leadership in forging developmental progress, … Continue reading “Leadership Through the Looking Glass: Why Understanding What Leadership Means in Different Contexts Matters”
From Political Backlash to Online Trolling
By Dr Raquel da Silva, British Academy Post-Doctoral Fellow School of Government, University of Birmingham ‘Fighting Political Backlash’ is part of the University of Birmingham’s Future of Society festival, hosting a variety of free events from 2-9 November to show how pioneering social, economic and political research impacts on everyday life. When I first heard … Continue reading “From Political Backlash to Online Trolling”
Media Management: Is Boris Learning Lessons from Trump?
By Christopher Featherstone, Doctoral Researcher, Department of Political Science and International Studies School of Government, University of Birmingham Descriptions of Boris Johnson as a populist abound – there have been comparisons between him and the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Whilst comparisons such as multiple divorces, silly hair and unconventional approaches tell us little … Continue reading “Media Management: Is Boris Learning Lessons from Trump?”