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Research at Reading @uor-research.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

This week marked the conclusion of the @britsciassoc.bsky.social Community Led Research Pilot, led by Dr Sally Lloyd-Evans & @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social. We celebrated the achievements of six community groups who shared learnings through case studies, videos and final report. 🔗 rdg.ac/47QUUQo

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RAS Voice @rasvoice.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Powerful racial justice talks at our Black History Month panel, co-hosted with Race Equity Network. A lecturer from @uniofreading.bsky.social @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social and our activists spoke about the need for action asylum seekers and racial justice @refugeeaction.bsky.social

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Reading citizenship ceremony. I am proud to contribute to my Town and also you can see the pride of people getting their British citizen. #citizen #Mayor

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Leafletting Whitley News after a long walk in the Berkshire countryside. Serving the community at all times 🧡

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

This morning, I was honoured to lead a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of VJ Day in Reading Town and a 2 minute silence. May they be peace and understanding in the world ✌🏽🧡 #vjday

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Today's citizenship ceremony for new British citizen in Reading was special as I doubled it with my boss at work the Vice Chancellor of University of Reading who is also a Deputy Lieutenant of Berkshire civic duties at its best. A young person inspired by politics. Serving the community.

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

Whitley Carnival Reading simply good music, activities, and fun. #mayorofreading #dancing #Carnival

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Reading together. May we honour them 🙏🏽

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Research at Reading @uor-research.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Adversity, resilience & forging new communities on Reading’s Oxford Road. Over 4yrs, researchers @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social ‬and Robyn Woronka spoke with residents – including refugees – about their lives, struggles and resettling in the UK #RefugeeWeek 🔗 rdg.ac/3Nv1u3r

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Reading Amateur Regatta with schools, college & university teams. Thank you to visitors from USA. #mayorofreading #regatta

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

The Berkshire Archives yesterday was able to show how historically the Thames River is important to our livelihood & environment. Caring for the river is important & no to sewage in the river. #thamessriver #water #Sustainability #environment #mayorofreading

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Community cohesion is the theme of speech by the Lord Lieutenant at the Berkshire Summer reception at Windsor before the flower show with all the 6 Mayor's of the county, MPs and former Prime Minister.

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Yesterday, I was honoured to attend a service for VE Day with the Mayor of Reading, Local Councillors, MPS, and local residents. I pray that all we need in the world is peace. With 56 conflicts happening around the world, kindness and love are the way.

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

Serving the community at all times 🌹today at Kennet Island Councillors surgery & door knocking talking to residents 🧡

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Open Access research book of Reading Town Oxford Road Stories of local people written & told in a simple language in their own voices for all to understand. Their voices matter. #substanceabuse #OpenAccess #AcademicTwitter #rdguk #Refugees #domesticabuse

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Research at Reading @uor-research.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

The Oxford Road Stories #participatoryresearch project captures the diverse stories of the community through activities aimed at breaking down barriers & embedding community needs into #urbandevelopment. @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social rdg.ac/4eSFD1S

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Shortlisted for our research about Oxford Road Stories.

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

EXCITING NEWS! I am honoured to be named one of the 2025 Leading Women to Watchᵀᴹ alongside an inspiring group of change-makers, innovators, and trailblazers. This WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH recognises that each one of us makes small changes in our own way. #womenmonth

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Celebrating International Mother Language Day on Friday University ofReading & how multilingualism has changed in Reading a research with Dr Holly Joseph. Exceptional beautiful poem that touched everyone's heart by Vishnu Nair, & it brought out how profound languages are to identity.

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Onward 🌹 Local Counciĺlor Surgery morning in Kennet Island, knocking on doors, Lulworth children play area painting, walkabout with Church ward & Shinfield Parish Cllrs Ian & Zoran - collaborative work. Serving the community at all times 🌹 #rdguk #councillor

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Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles @dralicempofucoles.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Reading Town, a place to visit. Home to Reading FC Good museums Green Uniniversity of Reading and Parks Historic places #rdguk #visit www.readingchronicle.co.uk/news/2490110...

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10 places in Reading everyone needs to visit at least once

What are the bucket list spots essential to see and do in our fine Berkshire county?

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