Ali Body

Engaging young people in philanthropy: A pathway to stronger democracy - Alliance magazine Democracy is at a crossroads. Across the world, right-wing populism is gaining ground, democratic freedoms are being eroded, and human rights are under threat. In the UK, the rise of the Reform Party ...

Democracy is crumbling.
Children are watching.
And philanthropy is still playing it safe.

We don’t need more cake sales. We need civic fire.

It’s time to shift from charity to justice — & put young people at the heart of democratic renewal.

www.alliancemagazine.org/blog/engagin...

The National Curriculum is under review: Where are the voices of green business? The independent review of Curriculum and Assessment is due to publish its final recommendations in Autumn 2025 - it is crucial that more green businesses help inform the process, write Global Action P...

The National Curriculum is under review: Where are the voices of green business?

by @alibody1.bsky.social and I for Business Green: www.businessgreen.com/opinion/4411...

News and blogs March 2025 Coppicing at Led by the Wild Traditional woodland management is a symbiotic, harmonious relationship between human, woodland and wildlife. The carefully managed process of coppi...

🌿 Coppicing isn’t just woodland management - it’s a deep, reciprocal relationship between people & nature. Done right, it boosts biodiversity, supports rural heritage & sustains vital habitats. 🌳✨

Read more: ledbythewild.co.uk/new-and-blogs/

#Coppicing #Conservation #Biodiversity #LedByTheWild

UK farmland at risk under system using 1940s data, new report reveals We are CPRE, the countryside charity. Learn how we're working for a beautiful and thriving countryside that's accessible to everyone - and how to get involved.

Fenland drainage, the climate crisis & intensive agriculture are destroying the fertility of England’s soils.

The Government must urgently review the outdated Agricultural Land Classification system.

Excellent new report from @cprecountryside.bsky.social out today: www.cpre.org.uk/news/uk-farm...

Got great photo of Vidal Sassoon's Latest model today... 👌

Really enjoyed this book! Lots of thoughtful writers expertly brought together by the main authors, with lots of food for thought! 🌟

Help raise £500 to support Led by the Wild CIC! Iʼm raising money to support Led by the Wild CIC!. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

🏃‍♂️I’m running 100 miles in February to support Led by the Wild—a small but mighty org getting kids & communities outdoors, connecting with nature. 🌿

30 miles down, 70 to go.. so if you fancy sponsoring my suffering for a good cause, I’d be VERY grateful!

👉 www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding...

To the crowds cheering Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Agreement:
Do you think you live on a different planet, which climate breakdown does not affect?
Do you imagine only greens and progressives will be harmed by Earth systems collapse?
Do you believe you can win an argument with physics?

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What an epic job by our volunteers on Friday, planting 50 fruit trees for current and future generations to enjoy, whilst supporting habitat creation, conservation and biodiversity! Well done all!!! Thanks to the Ashford Community Orchards Fund for the trees! 💚💚💚💚

💥💥💥Schools are vital hubs for civic learning, action, & support—but inequalities persist. Our ESRC research shows how balancing these roles empowers children as changemakers while addressing systemic barriers. #ActiveCitizenship research.kent.ac.uk/children-as-...

Zero Hour - Join the campaign for the Climate & Nature Bill It's Zero Hour for our Climate & Nature. Join our 50,000+ strong campaign.

🌍✉️ Today, Led by the Wild CIC directors wrote to MPs backing the Climate & Nature Bill. 💚 Let’s align policies with science to protect biodiversity, empower communities & secure a sustainable future. 🌱💪 Join us & take action: www.zerohour.uk #CANBill #ActNow #ClimateAction @zero-hour.bsky.social

One of my 'many' New Years resolutions, though have to say this one is much more enjoyable than the cutting out chocolate and wine one! This was one of the most thought provoking and engaging books I have read in a while! Thanks @guyshrubsole.bsky.social!

Love this!! 💚💚
Make 2025 the year of loving nature!

You'd be very, very welcome. 😊

If you're ever down in Kent I'd love to show you our place, we're not fully there yet, but working on it!! 😊

Ohhh this a firm favourite in our house!! 🐑🥦🥕🍞

My 11-year-old was set a school challenge of producing/ finding/ taking a photo of 'a lesser known "superhero" in the environmental world'... whilst many others chose very worthy activists, he went out & took this photo, basing his whole project around the humble stag beetle. 🥰

Great to receive a copy of @alibody1.bsky.social’s latest book! Flicking through it right now and enjoying reading about Citizens UK’s work with young people! @mrjlauder.bsky.social

Should Wood Burning Stoves Be Phased Out To Protect Public Health? Some campaigners are so concerned about the possible health risk that they recently urged the U.K. government to phase out of wood burning stoves and open fires in homes.

Our domestic burning policy pathway is covered by @forbes.com today.

"The report calls for a phase out of wood burning stoves and open fires by 2030 in homes in order to protect people’s health from this concerning source of air pollution."

Read more 🔽 www.forbes.com/sites/jamieh...

Thrilled to share our piece in Journal of the Association for Citizenship Teaching, urging a rethink of active citizenship in primary schools. Our @ESRC research shows its benefits when adopted school-wide, yet current delivery is inconsistent. Full report out soon! #Citizenship #PrimaryEducation

This was such a lovely evening and so important to say thank you to such a dedicated team of volunteers!

Likewise Helen - look forward to catching up properly soon :-)

💚Personal news💚
I’m finishing my time at University of Kent, proud of all I’ve achieved in philanthropy, social justice & amplifying children’s voices.
Now, I’m thrilled to join @globalactionplan.bsky.social as Head of Impact, Insights & Research – ready to drive action for people & the planet!🌍

The very best way to see the world on a winters morning... Merlin and I managed two minutes of moderate weather before being soaked in the rain 😆

Benaifer Bhandari: Embracing charities’ expertise is key to positive social change For too long, charities have been relied upon almost solely to act as the UK’s fourth emergency service. It’s time this changed

This is an important article by Benaifer Bhandari @thirdsector.co.uk. I argue the same in my work, when teaching & encouraging children & young people to be 'charitable' it should be about more than the sticking plaster, it should be about powering social change www.thirdsector.co.uk/benaifer-bha...

Last month my new book came out, Children as Change Makers. I am often asked what's the main argument in this book, so here is an extract from the conclusion which I hope summarises it. Currently in hardback, available in paperback in the new year! policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/children-as-...

English translation:

Greta Thunberg warns #COP29 is "about to agree to a death sentence"

"The COP processes are not only failing, they are part of a system built on injustice, designed to sacrifice current and future generations so that a select few can continue to reap unimaginable profits."

Likewise ☺️

In my 'spare time' I'm a Director of this wonderful organisation... & I simply love this video. Led by the Wild relies on the efforts of our volunteers, supporters & friends to deliver conservation, sustainability, education, heritage & wellbeing projects to 100s of people every year! 💚

Thank you so much @howardlake.bsky.social 😊