The RSA (The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce)

Sarah Gordon, Founding CEO of Impact Investing Institute and one of the commissioners of the East Midlands Inclusive Growth Commission, shares her thoughts on how the commission will respond to the needs and challenges of communities across the region. The commission has been set up in partnership with East Midlands Combined County Authority. Learn more: https://thersa.co/3Bn0sUZ

Join us on the eve of the third anniversary of Russia’s war in Ukraine where BBC journalist Clive Myrie will speak to Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, about the far-reaching consequences of the conflict. Book your spot now: https://thersa.co/3WrxgTJ

We caught up with innovator and social entrepreneur @HilaryCottam just before our CEO lecture last week. Here she shares her views on social connectivity and economics. Watch the lecture here: https://thersa.co/4anU0di

This year, we invite you to expand your network! Our Young Fellows Mentoring Programme catalyses transformation, encouraging Fellows to break down boundaries, embrace diversity, and forge lasting partnerships to drive meaningful social impact. Learn more: https://thersa.co/400dxNO Not an RSA Fellow? Learn about our fellowship here: https://thersa.co/4c50MEX

On 20 February, Head of Demography, Immigration & Integration at Policy Exchange David Goodhart and economist Vicky Pryce join us to debate care, equality, and social progress in the next decade of the 21st century. Book your free ticket now: https://thersa.co/3Wibkuk

Over the last year, the Digital Badging Commission, in partnership with Ufi VocTech Trust, has run several workshops with experts from various sectors to explore the development of digital skills wallets, digital transcripts and learner records in the UK. There were three major key findings 👇 1. In the future, digital credentials are likely to surpass traditional, paper-based qualifications for recognising learning 2. Collaboration between employers and educators is essential for digital credentials to accurately reflect the competencies required in the job market 3. There remain challenges around equity and accessibility Learn more here: https://thersa.co/4gYJziN

In this interview, Lord Bird, founder of The Big Issue, speaks with our CEO Andy Haldane about the challenges of combatting poverty in our society. As Lord Bird reflects on his life and role in advocating for those in poverty, he calls for a revolution in thinking, emphasising the need for social mobility and education reform. Read more in Issue 4 of #RSAJournal: https://thersa.co/41Ytox5

ICYMI: We launched the Economies for Healthier Lives Programme Coaching Resource last month, published in partnership with The Health Foundation. Tom Riorden, Department of Health and Social Care Second Permanent Secretary, shares his views on the national context of health and economic wellbeing This resource is designed to support those looking to learn from and replicate this work to get supported at every stage, from project inception through to legacy planning. Learn more: https://thersa.co/3PjaY2V

"When communities are built on shifting sands, it's devilishly difficult to get growth going," said our CEO Andy Haldane during his interview with Sophy Ridge on Sky News last night. Watch full interview here: https://thersa.co/42rOQes

“Sometimes you want to go for a stylised Pixar look, that’s not too uncanny valley.” We went behind the scenes with Samantha Tauber to see how she uses motion capture and facial tracking to bring her character VNCCII to life. Check out our full interview with Samantha in Issue 4 of #RSAJournal: https://thersa.co/41pcebF