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3rd April 2024 visit: wordonthestreets.net

 
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Hot Topics
 
15 observations in disciple making movements in urban locations - 1    
Today, 4.4 billion people (56% of the global population) live in cities. People in cities are increasingly unreached. 15 insights for growth from research and questions to consider.. 
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15 observations in disciple making movements in urban locations - 2    
Research from learning groups with leaders in the USA, UK, Europe, Africa and Asia, gaining experience of birthing Disciple Making Movements in cities globally. From this and more research, lessons learned and various questions for leaders to consider have been published..
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Social Renewal
 
Services based on relationships to fix our social problems  
"I want to tell you about Ella. Ella is stuck. She has lived with crisis for 40 years. There were 73 different services on offer for her. 73 services run out of 24 departments in one city.."
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Everybody needs good neighbourhoods 
Communities with neighbourhood-based initiatives exhibit; lower overall levels of crime, a greater reduction in levels of anti-social behaviour, a greater reduction in levels of criminal damage, a better neighbourhood environment and..  
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Marketplace Renewal
 
The vocation journey of Cam Moss   
"Currently I own a small business that helps other businesses with their people problems. I have a background in missions, then into being a pastor and then into the business world..."
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Food as freedom   
The ability to know where your next meal is coming from is empowering. If you don't know how to answer that question, as the hunger pains increase, you will do whatever you can to get food on the table.
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Life Chances
 
Tackling Trauma, Ending Homelessness      
94% of people facing homelessness have experienced trauma. We can only end rough sleeping and homelessness if we tackle trauma. Research about this 'Catch 22'...
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Restorative art diversion programme allows young people to exit criminal legal system   
In 10 years, 1,400+ young people diverted away from jail or sanctions. Their art is used to advocate for legal reform and show their many facets, strengths, aspirations.
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Events
 
Online - How to crush imposter syndrome - 10:30am 16 Apr
We all have times when we can feel like a bit of a fraud, even if you’re doing a brilliant job and making the world a better place. But how can you overcome these feelings of self-doubt and where do you go to build confidence as a leader?
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In-Person - Food Power Party - from 8 refugee-led businesses - 1pm 20 Apr - London
If you love trying exciting new food, that does good and tastes even better, the Food Power Party is for you! Delicious independent street food, live music and meaningful social impact come together in an incredible street food party.
Experience the latest culinary creations from 8 London food entrepreneurs with refugee backgrounds. They will be showcasing their newest dishes during an afternoon of food sharing and live music in Crystal Palace. 
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In-Person - Finding Home: Christian responses to homelessness - 10am 23 Apr - London
This half day event provides an opportunity for church communities and chaplaincies to come together to:
Hear about and discuss responses to the recent increase in refugee homelessness, with a particular focus on 'move on' support.
Hear about and reflect on the ways in which Christian faith shapes provision for those who experience homelessness.
Have the opportunity to network over coffee and lunch with others supporting those experiencing homelessness in our church communities.
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In-Person - Faith in Business Leadership Retreat: Being Productive - Working from Rest - 10am 26 - 27 Apr - Cambridge
What role does rest play in making us more productive?
The Faith in Business 2024 Cambridge Leadership Retreat brings business people together to learn what work looks like when it starts by resting in God, and what the implications are as we invest our time, our skills, our relationships and our money in our businesses.
Expect to hear and heed the call to rest in God in ways you have not yet imagined. And return to your workplaces refreshed and ready to nurture businesses and employees unlocking the beauty of God's creation.
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Online - Catalysing Change Week 2024 - 10am 6-10 May 
Catalysing Change Week 2024,  the largest global network of social innovators. Our week-long conference will convene over 120 countries around the globe in sessions that will build the Social Innovation Sector. For the 2024 edition of this annual conference,  we anticipate curated in-person, virtual, and hybrid sessions that are impact-driven and action-led. Throughout the week, sessions will host social innovators and entrepreneurs, connecting them with like-minded leading representatives from their ecosystem, including private sector, governments, funders, and other organisations, for specific outcomes. 
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