Learn about Action Tutoring’s conversations with local MPs this summer. We know that what happens on programmes is important. But in an average session, do the pupils and their tutors feel how significant their actions truly are? Extra marks are… [continue reading]
Social Action
A safe place for all: putting an end to discrimination against LGBTQ+ pupils
Content warning: mentions of homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and mental health issues. As part of Pride month, Action Tutoring Communications Assistant, Phyllida Jacobs, investigates the extent of homophobia and transphobia in schools and explores what can be done in the classroom… [continue reading]
George Floyd’s death, one year on
On the first anniversary of the death of George Floyd, Action Tutoring HR and Safeguarding Manager, Jasmin Bemmelen, reflects on the steps the organisation has since taken to improve diversity and inclusion across the charity. Equality, inclusion, diversity – words… [continue reading]
Giving Tuesday’s #GiveBack2020 campaign encourages us all to take something positive from this year by making a difference
As we move towards the final part of 2020, I think it’s fair to say that this year has been an unusual one. Since March, the coronavirus pandemic has dominated global attention, as the virus stretched health systems and threatened… [continue reading]
Celebrating Black History Month at Action Tutoring
Action Tutoring Programme Coordinator for Birmingham, Grace Brooks, talks about her experience coming from a mixed heritage background and discusses with colleague Fleur Nicholson, about steps we can take to increase equality and diversity in the school curriculum, in Action… [continue reading]
