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Child Poverty Action Group @cpaguk.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Today the two-child limit is gone. Parents have told us what this will mean for their kids: - A first-ever birthday party for a 10-year-old - Better quality food - Clothes that aren't completely worn out - Going on the school trip without getting into debt - A new mattress - Swimming lessons
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The Marsh Family @marshfamilysongs.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
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"Keeping the Dream Alive" (Official Video) by The Marsh Family - Christmas single for Tiny Toes/EKHC
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The Marsh Family @marshfamilysongs.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
We've just hit *LAUNCH* on a @kickstarter.com to fund our debut album #HollowChapters. We've finished 7 of the mixes (explainer & extracts in video via link), but as independent artists need a final push to get over the line 🎶 PLEASE share and support if you can www.kickstarter.com/projects/mar...
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The Marsh Family: debut album campaign
Support an independent musical family group in releasing their debut album of ten original folk-pop songs, "Hollow Chapters" in 2026.
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
On Monday we were delighted to announce the winners of The Seeds of Hope for a Better Future competition 2025. There were many outstanding and inspirational artworks, illustrated stories, digital illustrations and performance/instillation art. Well done to all the schools that participated 🌟
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
I’ve just emailed my MP a powerful letter from over 250 Kenyan tea farmers and workers – the people behind the tea we drink. Join me in calling for fairer trade. It’s quick and easy. #BrewItFair #FairtradeFortnight action.fairtrade.org.uk/page/178038/...
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MPs – Let’s Brew It Fair
Use our quick and easy tool to send a powerful letter to your MP – written by Over 250 Kenyan tea farmers and workers. Help make trade fairer for the people behind your tea.
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Alice Roberts @profaliceroberts.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
I’m sad to hear the news that the wonderful Jane Goodall is no longer in the world. Her work with chimpanzees at Gombe in Tanzania taught us to look at other apes - and ourselves - differently. I was privileged to meet her later in life and tell her what an inspiration she was to me.
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
It is with great sadness that we have been informed of the passing of the remarkable Dr. Jane Goodall, age 91, who died of natural causes in Los Angeles, CA while on her speaking tour in the United States. Photo credit: Marko Zlousic #jane #goodall #JaneGoodall #drjanegoodall #wildlife #nature
Jane Goodall, we are sad to hear of the passing, today, 1 October 2025, of the remarkable Dr Jane Goodall 😢
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Asthma + Lung UK @asthmaandlung.org.uk · 08/09/2025
Right now, thousands of people are struggling to breathe while they wait for a diagnosis. This delay can be catastrophic, we can change that. We’re on a mission to get fast, accurate diagnoses for people with lung conditions. #DiagnosisDelay Find out more information: bit.ly/4peMHM0
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
I am a #TransAlly 🏳️‍⚧️
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Butterfly Conservation @savebutterflies.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
The humble Peppered Moth is found in UK gardens, yet its amazing story has made it famous all over the world! The story has been brought to life in this beautiful animation, created by Sarah Hoyle and voiced by Youth Panel member @senizdoesnature.bsky.social. #MothsMatter #MothWeek
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Natural Selection and the Peppered Moth
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Rory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71... Yes, we’ve reached 100k but it isn’t over - you can go on signing the #parkypetition until September 10
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Petition: Increase funding for people with Parkinson’s and implement the "Parky Charter"
We want the government to take the decisive five steps set out in the Movers and Shakers' "Parky Charter" and to fulfil the Health Secretary’s promises.
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Hannah Wilson ACC FCCT FRSA @hannahwilson.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
At Diverse Educators we stand in solidarity with our community on International Non-binary Day. The world has so much hate in it, let's share some hope and some love. #DiverseEd
NON-BINARY FLAG WITH INTERNATIONAL DAY AND DATE ON IT
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Rory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
Ooh the #parkypetition100K is in the nervous 90s. Can we hit 93000 by 8:20am? petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Wonderful news 💙
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 30/06/2025
Rusted screws, metal spikes and plastic rubbish: the horrific sexual violence used against Tigray’s women
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Rusted screws, metal spikes and plastic rubbish: the horrific sexual violence used against Tigray’s women
Tens of thousands of Tigrayan women report brutal wartime abuse by Ethiopian and Eritrean soldiers, such as gang-rape and the insertion of objects into their uteruses. But justice seems a distant prospect
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Hey! I just called on the UK government to scrap anti-protest laws which attack our hard won democratic freedoms. Please can you defend the right to protest too by signing the petition?
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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
This #WorldRefugeeDay, we’re showcasing the resilience of communities that transform challenges into opportunities for hope. In the heart of Shatila Refugee Camp a community united to establish a chess club—a safe haven where people find solace amid the hardships of daily life.
Graphic with an image of two men playing chess with the text:

How a chess move in Lebanon is changing the game for refugeesImage of an alley way in Shatila Refugee Camp with the text:

In Shatila Refugee Camp in Beirut 
a chess club was set up for people to deal with hardships of daily life and war.Two images of people playing chess with the text:

A place for people from all ages and genders to come together, learn to play and compete.Image of two boys playing chess with the text:

With just one chess set and a paper chessboard, this initiative has grown into a powerful symbol of hope, inclusion and determination.
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Dignity in Dying @dignityindying.org.uk · 20/06/2025
BREAKING: MPs back assisted dying Bill at Third Reading. ▶️ For: 314 ▶️ Against: 291 This is a landmark moment for choice, compassion and dignity at the end of life. #YesToDignity
Campaigner Outside Parliament
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
This is so grim — Ghana has become a “fast fashion graveyard” with 15 million items of discarded clothing dumped there every single week. And the worst contributor is the UK! Clothes made by companies like M&S are dumped
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Dignity in Dying @dignityindying.org.uk · 17/06/2025
This Friday, MPs will vote on the assisted dying Bill. It all comes down to this - Tag your MP and ask them to vote yes. If it passes, the Bill continues its journey in the House of Lords - if not, it falls. This could be our last chance to secure a compassionate law.
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
Congratulations to Ann Beatty, National Coordinator of UNESCO ASPnet Uk on completing over 60 miles of walking in 3 consecutive days and raising valuable funds for The Steve Sinnott Foundation 👏🏼 www.justgiving.com/page/ann-bea...
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Christian Aid @christianaiduk.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Come with us to @westminsterabbey.bsky.social to mark 80 yrs of Christian Aid The day brought us together to recognise the influence of our shared endeavors, renew our dedication to the mission of hope & celebrate the spirit that drives our efforts forward.
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Such an inspirational and uplifting service. Thank you 🙏🏼
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UNICEF @unicef.org · 11/06/2025
Play is essential for children’s growth, skills building and confidence. But too many are missing out. This #InternationalDayofPlay, let’s all choose play – every day. Together, we can raise awareness for every child's right to play. #EarlyMomentsMatter
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International Day of Play
Get fun and free play activities for the family and help us make sure that every child everywhere can fulfil their right to play
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Happy #InternationalDayOfPlay from all of us at Play Scotland! 🎉🧸 Today we celebrate every child’s right to play—let’s make time for fun, freedom, and imagination! 💫🎨🏃‍♂️ Find out more about the right to play: www.playscotland.org/policy/uncrc/ #PlayEveryDay #ChildrensRights #PlayScotland
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Happy birthday, Ralph 😊
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The Marsh Family @marshfamilysongs.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
A song we adapted from "Iris" (Goo Goo Dolls) about seeing and acknowledging what's happening now, in Gaza. youtu.be/7OGcRQtorAM
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"Gaza" - adaptation by the Marsh Family of "Iris" by the Goo Goo Dolls, on the occupation of Gaza
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
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#seedsofhope2025 #unescoaspnet #artforchange #youthforsustainability… | The Steve Sinnott Foundation
🌱 Seeds of Hope: Imagine. Create. Inspire. ✨️ Join the 2025 UNESCO ASPnet competition and become the voice of a seed! Use your art, story, or performance to show how seeds and we can adapt, survive,...
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The Marsh Family @marshfamilysongs.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Here’s a reflective mash-up of “White Cliffs of Dover” & “Over the Rainbow” we made about VE Day and where we’re at 80 years on. Dedicated to Great Grandad (DFC as an RAF pilot, 619 Squadron, Lancasters) - his favourite saying was "the price of freedom is eternal vigilance." youtu.be/xAZBpukSc2M
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"VE Day 80" adaptation by The Marsh Family of "White Cliffs of Dover" & "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Good luck to all students during the examination season. Remember, you are not defined by your examination results. You are so much more than a list of grades 🩵 Just try your best, but don’t fret!
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
I’m enjoying reading ‘Framed in Blood’ this month 😀
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Joanne Harris @joannechocolat.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Happy May Day! Here's something nice: CHOCOLAT, on Kindle UK for just 99p till the end of the month! www.amazon.co.uk/Chocolat-Joa...
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Chocolat: The captivating multi-million copy bestseller eBook : Harris, Joanne: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
Chocolat: The captivating multi-million copy bestseller eBook : Harris, Joanne: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Perfect 👌🏽
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Looking forward to reading ‘Framed in Blood’ on Kindle 💚
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Save the Children UK @savechildrenuk.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
UK aid cuts will devastate lives across the world. ❗ 55 million people will be deprived of aid. ❗ Women and girls will suffer the most. ❗ 12 million people will be without access to clean water or sanitation.
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‘Savage’ UK cuts will deprive 55m people of aid around the world
Exclusive: The cuts will result in a reduction of key programmes for education, family planning, water and food aid. Alicja Hagopian and Kate Devlin report
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
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Fundraiser
This Ongoing role vacancy is based in Watford, Hertfordshire. Skills required: Campaigning, Public relations, Business development / Sales. We are looking for an experienced and professional fundraise...
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
An excellent article. Well worth a read.
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
We all need to save water everyday 💙
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UNESCO ASPnet UK @unescoaspnetuk.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Healthy relationships are so important. Here is some excellent advice 💙🩵
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womensartbluesky.bsky.social @womensartbluesky.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
Aida Overton Walker (1880-1914)aka 'Queen of the Cake Walk' a US vaudeville performer who challenged problematic narratives for Black performers.The Cake Walk dance, originally performed by enslaved people, mocked slave owners/white high society #WomensArt
Sepia photograph featuring the upper half of a Black woman facing forwards wearing a low cut dress necklace earings and with no expression
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Ralph Surman - Author and Educator @ralphsurman.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Why Read Framed In Blood? Perfect for crime fiction lovers & historical fiction fans Rich in suspense, mystery, and moral dilemmas Where to Order Framed in Blood? Pegasus Publishers – pegasuspublishers.com/books/crime-... Amazon - www.amazon.co.uk/Framed-Blood... #booksky @waterstones.bsky.social
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Happy International Women’s Day #IWD #IWD2025 🩵this video of the Serve Cambodia children & staff that I have been honored to volunteer with. These inspirational children take delight in celebrating the many cultural, political, economic, educational & social achievements of #Women #AccelerateAction
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Very disappointing and concerning
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Ralph Surman - Author and Educator @ralphsurman.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
World Book Day isn’t just for kids—adults need great stories too! Step into 1913 with Framed in Blood, a gripping historical crime thriller. pegasuspublishers.com/books/crime-... #WorldBookDay #CrimeThriller #HistoricalFiction #AmReading #BooksMatter #Booksky #read #reading #readersofinstagram
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H. Porter @hporter4.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
It is an honour and delight to train these enthusiastic and dedicated young teachers in Cambodia. Thank you Mission Direct for this opportunity to contribute to the education of children and young people #Education #SDG4 #Cambodia 🇰🇭
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Joanne Harris @joannechocolat.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
I wrote a little story about the role of stories in the rise to power. Buy me a cup of tea if you like, or just read it here for free... ko-fi.com/post/The-Cou...
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The Court of Whispers
Joanne Harris and the Storytime Band published a post on Ko-fi
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