Jem Collins, Author at Positive News

A new school teaches children from low-income families to be journalists

Jem Collins — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 08:00:15 +0000

The founder of the UK’s first major Black children’s magazine has now opened a journalism school that champions diversity

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The innovations unleashing the power of design to create a more sustainable and fairer world

Jem Collins — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:39:50 +0000

Is it possible to redesign everything we make to be in harmony with nature? These inspiring organisations say 'yes'

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‘No longer passive subjects’. Care-leavers tell their stories

Jem Collins — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:46:14 +0000

Those behind a new anthology hope to create systemic change by sharing the stories of 100 people who have experienced the UK care system

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The Mexican honey co-op finding sweet success in a volatile sector

Jem Collins — Tue, 14 May 2024 12:55:50 +0000

The honey industry isn’t all buzzing bees and rolling hills. Here’s how one co-op is rising above the challenges

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10 unique mental health projects helping people in the UK

Jem Collins — Mon, 13 May 2024 13:18:05 +0000

From hip-hop to veg patches, these projects use novel strategies to support people through mental health challenges

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Not your average bank statement: what 10 years of impact investing looks like

Jem Collins — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:33:37 +0000

With millions of pounds raised over the last decade, we take a look at the impact that investors on the not-for-profit investment platform Ethex have made

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The secret ingredient for optimum health? Kindness, says this fitness expert

Jem Collins — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 13:53:29 +0000

A unique health programme that focuses on self-kindness will launch in January

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Eight ways to transform a walk in the forest into a wellbeing immersion

Jem Collins — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:58:12 +0000

New forest wellbeing trails have launched across England. Here’s how to get the most out of them

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This company makes cosmetics packaging materials that leave no microplastics behind

Jem Collins — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 13:00:46 +0000

Finnish startup Sulapac is creating packaging that's as circular as it is beautiful

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Insect-based treats could be coming to a supermarket near you

Jem Collins — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:55:33 +0000

This insect-based dog treat company is eyeing up the human protein market

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