RSA x CivicLAB: partnership working in the civic space

Following the success of the RSA and CivicLAB event in September 2024 a second event held at the University of Derby. The event has been designed by Jones and Bate to afford colleagues from the region to share their insights into the Civic space from the purview of the political, community, civic skills, and social justice engagement.

The full lineup of speakers included:

Community: Jiten Anand, Inspirate Co-Founder and Executive Director, De Montfort University Pro-Chancellor, New Art Exchange Board of Director

Civic Skills: Rachel Smith, Creative Director Make/Shift Creative People and Places ACE Project

Political/Policy: Professor Alessio D'Angelo, University of Derby

The evening focused on civic action whilst recognising how regional and local partnerships can foster and lead to national and international impact and bring change where change is needed.

Following the talks, the event curation provided an essential space for networking, facilitated by Jones and Bate to allow for the cross-pollination of ideas between a range of different fields and disciplines.