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@anyasizer.bsky.social

Democracy lead Compassion in politics local councillor and SEND champion for Hackney freelance speaker and advisor in fertility sector amongst other things ! Trying to make a bit of a difference

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I've outlined all these issues + some more boring (but important!) bits on how this will impact FSM data and how it's used by unis/employers/researchers in a blog this morning, do take a look and let me know if any issues we've missed - www.suttontrust.com/news-opinion...

05.06.2025 08:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Looking forward to it !

09.05.2025 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to have our own @anyasizer.bsky.social speaking at last night’s #LesbianVisibilityWeek reception in Parliament 🌈 with amazing support from London Women's Clinic & @divamag.bsky.social. (1/2)

23.04.2025 12:06 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
You Are Not Alone: Solutions to the Loneliness Epidemic (Part II)
YouTube video by Compassion in Politics You Are Not Alone: Solutions to the Loneliness Epidemic (Part II)

On 17th Feb, we hosted: "You Are Not Alone: Solutions to the Loneliness Epidemic (Part II)"
Dr @krishk.com OBE (Sanctuary Foundation)
Lisa Hollins (British Red Cross)
Ryan Rodrigues (SAINT)
Dr @soniaadesara.bsky.social (GP & Campaigner)
Chair @anyasizer.bsky.social
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08.04.2025 14:42 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@tomgordonld.bsky.social thank you so much for todays debate on adoption breakdown really sensitively handled all round and amazing to see this given the focus it deserves

03.04.2025 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

A wonderful event thank you @50:50parliament

11.03.2025 20:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Speaker’s Conference on the security of candidates, MPs and elections - Committees - UK Parliament On 14 October 2024 the House of Commons agreed a motion to establish a committee, to be known as the Speaker’s Conference. That motion ordered that the Conference consider:  the factors influenc...

1/πŸ‘₯ On 14 Oct 24, @houseofcommons.parliament.uk established the @commonsspeaker.parliament.uk Speaker’s Conference to address the security of candidates, MPs, and elections. πŸ”—
committees.parliament.uk/work/8756/speakers-conference-on-the-security-of-candidates-mps-and-elections/publications/

01.03.2025 13:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Really pleased to have chaired an event about our put people first campaign with @democracynetworkuk.bsky.social @compinpolitics.bsky.social & to have heard from many others especially @electheruk.bsky.social

28.02.2025 16:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Really pleased to have chaired an event about our put people first campaign with @democracynetworkuk.bsky.social @compinpolitics.bsky.social & to have heard from many others especially @electheruk.bsky.social

28.02.2025 16:23 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Clean Up Politics - Sign an open letter to MPs Our political system is not working because it doesn't put people first. Public trust is at an all time low and discriminatory abuse of people in politics has got worse. These problems can only be fi...

Our political system is broken - public trust is at an all-time low, and abuse in politics is rising. Change is only possible if we work together. Sign our open letter to MPs and demand a better politics for all! you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/he...

27.02.2025 20:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Love & Wanted Celebrates London's Spirit of Respect, Unity and Togetherness - Outernet London Find out all about Outernet London - immersive screens, retail, restaurants, leisure, hotel, live music venue, and much more.

We are living in increasingly unsettling times, and I know the worry and concern many of London’s communities have.

That’s why we’re sending a clear message that all Londoners are loved and wanted in our great city.

London is, and always be, a place for everyone.

15.02.2025 13:12 β€” πŸ‘ 212    πŸ” 38    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 2
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Our Co-Director @jennifernadel.bsky.social on @vanessafeltz.bsky.social's @lbc.co.uk show promoting the Civility Pledge, our campaign with @jocoxfoundation.bsky.social and MPs like @kimleadbeatermp.bsky.social to get politicans to commit to engaging in politics with integrity, honesty, and respect.

13.02.2025 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Really good to meet up with @leighinghammp.bsky.social yesterday and discuss the work of @compinpolitics.bsky.social in Westminster . Especially good to hear about all the work she is doing to help courage women in politics

12.02.2025 11:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
10.02.2025 14:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The annual Adoption Barometer Survey is NOW OPEN. It takes ten minutes and the results bring about real change. To add your voice visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/AdoptionBa...

07.01.2025 10:53 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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My article about Hackney’s commitment to supporting those affected by or supporting someone with Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder #fasd so much more needs to be done nationally

07.02.2025 22:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What an amazing few months it’s been for @metecoban92.bsky.social and totally right to fully link climate with social justice .

30.01.2025 16:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great Mental Health Day - Thrive LDN

This Friday is London’s Great Mental Health Day.

It’s a chance to reflect, break the stigma and shine a light on the brilliant organisations working to support Londoners of all ages.

See thriveldn.co.uk to find out what’s on near you, with events, free training and resources for all ages.

29.01.2025 15:52 β€” πŸ‘ 82    πŸ” 17    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 2
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Nigel Farage Pictured With Far-Right Activists Who Posted 'Pride Swastikas' and Racist Rants EXCLUSIVE: The Reform UK leader posed for pictures with the group of prominent far-right activists known for their extreme, racist and Islamophobic posts

bylinetimes.com/2025/01/30/n... our co-founder @compinpolitics.bsky.social has spoken about this issue in todays @bylinetimes.bsky.social article

30.01.2025 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was a privilege to join one of my fellow councillors Holocaust education trust and a survivor to discuss how we can keep their memories alive and what we can all do today . #HMD2025

28.01.2025 20:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Holocaust Memorial Day Trust Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) on 27 January is the day to remember the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution and in the genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur....

Today we remember the millions murdered and the countless families affected this #HMD2025 but we must also look to the present & future to ensure this can never happen again hmd.org.uk

27.01.2025 08:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Good to see you briefly today

25.01.2025 19:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œThe populist right are coming for us. And we need to be serious about beating them.”

@rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social speaking at the Fabian New Year Conference, setting out the importance of rebuilding our NHS to rebuilding hope in our politics.

#FabianNYC25

25.01.2025 12:48 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Driving growth is the central mission of the Labour Government πŸ“ˆ

Great panel session with @sarahjonesmp.bsky.social , Iain Wright and and Sarah Taeeffe-Maguire, exploring how Government and businesses can work together to drive growth that works for all.
#FabianNYC25 @thefabians.bsky.social

25.01.2025 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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@joedromey.bsky.social fantastic start to the conference and hope for the year ahead

25.01.2025 11:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

key things in year ahead 1) help to make @teamlabouruk.bsky.social the best it can be 2) remain a critical friend & push for bold change 3) work across UK in all regions 4) support health & vitality of movement & develop our leaders

25.01.2025 11:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sara Hyde (@drsarahyde.bsky.social) Fabian Society Chair. Councillor Islington Labour. Prisons expert. Passed-viva-but-not-yet-graduated Dr - PhD on healthcare staff experiences of prisoner suicide & self-harm. Labour Women's Network ex...

Amazing words from @drsarahyde.bsky.social β€œhope is not a neutral position β€œ our country is worth believing in

25.01.2025 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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And we are off ! The brilliant @drsarahyde.bsky.social opening @thefabians.bsky.social conference

25.01.2025 10:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Looking forward to @thefabians.bsky.social conference today great panels and keynotes expected and our first for so many years under @teamlabouruk.bsky.social 🌹🌹🌹

25.01.2025 09:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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