by Clare Wightman | 17 Jul 2019 | Guest Blogs
In brief In this Joining the Dots contribution, Clare Wightman discusses the importance of relationships in removing stigma and reducing exclusion. Clare Wightman CEO at Grapevine Coventry and Warwickshire Clare is CEO of Grapevine Coventry and...
by Ben Thurman | 16 Jul 2019 | Guest Blogs
In brief In this Joining the Dots blog contribution, Ben Thurman reflects on the tensions between kindness and risk, relationships and professionalism, emotions and performance management, and the need to reshape organisational culture to foster a culture of kindness....
by Sam Dalton | 9 Jul 2019 | Guest Blogs
In brief In this Joining the Dots blog contribution, Sam Dalton looks at the gap in intergenerational relationships in today’s society, and what can be done to bridge it. Sam Dalton Policy and External Affairs Executive Sam works on policy and public affairs for...
by Toby Lowe and Dawn Plimmer | 5 Jul 2019 | Guest Blogs
In brief In this contribution to Joining the Dots, Toby Lowe and Dawn Plimmer discuss funding, commissioning and managing services in a world where relationships rather than KPIs or simplistic numerical targets are what matters most. Toby Lowe Senior Lecturer at...
by Steve Wyler | 28 Jun 2019 | Guest Blogs
In brief In this Joining the Dots contribution, Steve Wyler discusses the concept of conviviality and the importance of shared spaces where small everyday relationships can flourish. Steve Wyler Consultant, Researcher, Writer Steve is an independent consultant,...
by David Grayson | 6 Jun 2019 | Guest Blogs
In brief In this important and moving piece, David Grayson examines the caring relationship and proposes a “new social contract for carers and caring.” David Grayson CEO at Central YMCA David Grayson CBE is chair of the charity Carers UK which works for a society...
