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From his work at CALC to his current role as the Recovery Network Coordinator for Aquarius Jamie has worked with several groups of vulnerable individuals. He is passionate about social change and tackling the stigma that society shows towards those individuals that have found themselves social excluded from their communities, family's and society in general.

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Recovery Network Coordinator - Workshop Lead Addiction, Recovery & Social Justice

Afrah is an Art Psychotherapist in the NHS working with children and families. Afrah will co-deliver the workshop together with Kate Gard. 

To be heard, to be seen and belonging are primary human needs. A lot of people don't feel listened to. We'll talk about empathic listening and do some if there is enough space. If there's interest, Kate will meet with some of us regularly, listening to each other, and perhaps offering listening more widely in association with the second International Day of Listening on Saturday 21st October.

The Listening Project - Workshop Working Across Difference

Kate is a retired social worker and play therapist with an established personal practice of empathy and compassion.  Kate will co-deliver the workshop together with Afrah Al-Yufrusi. 

To be heard, to be seen and belonging are primary human needs. A lot of people don't feel listened to. We'll talk about empathic listening and do some if there is enough space. If there's interest, Kate will meet with some of us regularly, listening to each other, and perhaps offering listening more widely in association with the second International Day of Listening on Saturday 21st October.

The Listening Project - Workshop Lead Working Across Difference

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NUT - Panelist

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Derbyshirelgbt+ Project Officer

Derbyshirelgbt+ Project Officer - Panelist

 Joginder Baines, Indian Workers Association

Indian Workers Association - Panelist

Vanessa Boon is the Chair of International Women’s Day Derby, a multicultural annual festival of remembrance, celebration and renewed efforts. Amnesty International member, Hope Not Hate activist, Human Library organiser and volunteer youth mentor. A professional equality trainer helping organisations to eliminate structural-cultural barriers and empowering individuals to change the world around them.

International Women's Day Derby Chair - Panelist

Lee Jasper, former equalities advisor to Ken Livingstone and Co Founder-Black Activists Rising Against The Cuts, Co Chair BARAC UK 

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Co Chair MCB London Region

Co Founder-Black Activists Rising Against The Cuts, BARAC UK - Panelist and Workshop Lead

Rachael is the founder of Impact Derby, a voluntary organisation that helps young people reach their full potential.Rachael is a member of the IAG  which is an independent advisory  group that acts as critical friend to Derbyshire Constabulary. She is also part of the Stop and Search steering group and scrutiny panel. Rachael has successfully completed her level 3 youth work qualifications as well as a level 3 teaching certificate. Rachael's additional skills include recruitment and working with vulnerable people within the community

Impact Derby - Panelist

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Peter Tatchell Foundation: Panelist and Workshop Lead

Karen has spent the last two and a half years working with Simon Briggs of Derbsyhire DPAC to build a County-wide social media network. Karen also organised small actions in Derby and is actively developing the group to counter cuts and proclaim: 'Rights Not Charity.'

Disabled People Against the Cuts - Panelist and Workshop Lead

Foundation, Lee Jasper, former equalities advisor to Ken Livingstone and Co Founder-Black Activists Rising Against The Cuts, BARAC UK; Sue Aguile, NUT, Joginder Baines, Indian Workers Association, Vanessa Boon Women's Day Derby, Rebecca Cann, SUTR Derby, Connor Fittal, Project Officer, Derbyshire LGBT+, Jamie Gratton, Recovery Network Coordinator at Aquarius Drug and Alcohol Services, Dr Hilary Gray, Amnesty International, Wirksworth, Rachael Livingston, Impact Derby, Sonya Robotham SpectrumD and Hope not Hate Derby; Karen Whelan, Disabled People Against The Cuts, DPAC Derby. This list will be updated as additional speakers and contributors confirm.

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