By Myra Clark, 2020
Community and citizenship
About this theme
This theme covers all aspects of the functioning and fabric of society, including social cohesion, community resilience and development, human rights, inclusion, participation and equality. It is one of the eight universal themes which form our grantmaking framework and allow us to address every aspect of society. Fellows’ stories
Sonia Shaljean (CF 2025) took part in The Fathering Summit in Australia, contributing to discussions on the future of fathering, raising boys, and supporting young people without consistent male role models as part of her Fellowship travels.
By Sonia Shaljean, 2026
By Saeida Rouass, 2019
Savannah Fishel (CF 2024) spoke at a webinar hosted by Foundations (the national body for home improvement agencies), exploring how housing can support connection and community.
By Savannah Fishel, 2026
Amy Davies (CF 2024) took part in a panel discussion following a performance of At The Rainbow’s End at Hope Mill Theatre.
By Amy Davies, 2026
By Judith Vickress, 2023
Judith Vickress’s (CF 2023) spoke at the National Rural Crime Annual Conference 2026, the first conference focused on vulnerability in rural areas.
By Judith Vickress, 2026
Sonia Shaljean (CF 2025) contributed an article to the Spring edition of Education Choices Magazine on emotional literacy and its relationship to behaviour and learning.
By Sonia Shaljean, 2026
Joy O'Neill (CF 2020) has been appointed as Chair of Trustees of Real Farming Trust, a national farming charity.
By Joy O'Neill, 2026
Sonia Shaljean (CF 2025) was named one of the inaugural Centre for Policy Research on Men and Boys Champions, as part of a list of around 100 individuals recognised across sport, academia, charities, business, politics and the arts.
By Sonia Shaljean, 2026