Austerity service design has taken over design in the last 15 years. Its been going on for so long and has crept up on us so slowly that it we don’t even notice it anymore But it’s harming us, and our work good.services/blog/88v68b4vm…

What is a hate crime? If you’ve experienced a crime, it’s a hate crime if you think the person's behaviour was motivated by prejudice against you, such as because of your race or religion. Our advice can help you check if you’ve experienced a hate crime ⤵️

My national broadcast debut happened unexpectedly this week, with this slightly silly segment on GB News. One has to start somewhere I suppose! Remember folks, cow burps are funny, methane's potent warming impact is not.

Have you registered your event for Get Online Week yet?🎈 Registrations opened last week - the first 300 hubs to register their event can get free promotional merch kits, as well as £20 vouchers for refreshments. Don't miss out, register your event now👇 bit.ly/3WOWKtZ

The seventh year of our #StrongerVoices programme is open for applications! 🟨 The programme will support 20 London-based equality organisations to take part in this free six-month strategic communications training programme: Apply here: mediatrust.org/stronger-voices

Riots and disorder: briefing for culture and leisure services Thursday 15 August 2024, 4.00pm - 5.00pm For councils officers responsible for culture and leisure services, covering the latest developments in responding to and managing the situation. lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend/r…

Connectivity in rural and remote areas is getting better, but is still a challenge. We're delighted to support Mobile UK' Rural Connected Week! Read our Digital Divides and Rural Realities insights piece by Dr Emma Stone at goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/digit…. #BetterConnectedRural

Start having courageous conversations about refugee rights✊ Did you know that a crucial part of shifting public attitudes is simply down to having conversations with family, friends & people we meet? Have impactful chats - download our free guide👇 cityofsanctuary.org/2024/08/13/sta…

🚨 In order to address inequalities & develop positive change, there must be a shift in who occupies leadership roles in #Sheffield. Join us for 2 workshops & be part of a programme to support a new cohort of leaders, in partnership with the BAMER COVID 19 Action Group! 👇

❓ Could you share your tips on using digital tools? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We're keen to share charities' experiences of digital tools via the Shared Digital Guides site. It's v simple (and you don't have to do any writing!) - find out more 👇buff.ly/3K3kcNX

The roundtables yesterday explored: 📲 Access, including affordability, barriers to digital 🩷 Digital services: including government services like Universal Credit applications; healthcare; banking and more.

Only 7ish weeks until Get Online Week! Register now to get all the good merch 🖊️🗓️🪅

We’re looking for two volunteers to help drive our mobile library to Ukraine. It will travel 22nd - 26th September with a small convoy of ambulances. If you're interested or want to find out mire - please do get in touch!

It's almost September, which means new events! 1️⃣ Wed 4 Sept: How to run a Get Online Week event 2️⃣ Mon 9 Sept: Supporting basic digital skills with Learn My Way 3️⃣ Tues 17 Sept: Network Meet-up: Digital Inclusion in Scotland Sign up on the members' area: bit.ly/49dhnVl

📣 We're hiring a Manager of Executive Office. This is an exciting opportunity to work for & with our Group CEO, ensuring Good Things Foundation continues to innovate and create impact. Closing date: Sunday 8 September 2024. Find out more and apply at goodthingsfoundation.org/about/working-….

Have you entered the Internet Services Providers Association (ISPAUK) awards yet? The digital inclusion awards, in association with us, include a Charities & Communities category. Entries close soon - 2 September 2024! Learn more about the award and how to enter at ispa.org.uk/ispa-awards/en….

We heard some BRILLIANT event ideas at yesterday's session. If you missed it, there's still time to sign up for next week! Thanks to Boh from Wai Yin Society for sharing his vast experience in hosting creative #GetOnlineWeek events!

New to digital inclusion? Not sure what it's all about? Don't know where to start? Join us for our new 'Introduction to digital inclusion' webinar on 17th September: scvo.scot/events-trainin… #DigitalInclusion