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Mark Swift

@markswift.bsky.social

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👋 Social entrepreneur & champion of citizen-led social change. Founder CEO Wellbeing Enterprises CIC. Views own http://www.wellbeingenterprises.org.uk

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Apr 30

Only 5% of the NHS budget goes to prevention. To tackle rising costs and widening inequalities we must harness social investment to pump-prime a prevention-first agenda. Here’s my new brief with @james-wecic.bsky.social @livuniheseltine.bsky.social Read here 👉 www.liverpool.ac.uk/media/livacu...

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · 8d

Incredible #peoplepowered and #communitypowered impact @wecic.bsky.social 🙌

Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · 12d

🎬 Our Annual Report 2024–25 is out!
We supported 5,302 people across the Liverpool City Region & Greater Manchester - working alongside our incredible communities and partners 💙
Watch the video to see this year’s highlights 👇

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · 10d

🦢 Beautiful Swan Walk & Talk around Spike Island this week - good chats, fresh air, and plenty of swans spotted! 🌿

Want to join one of our free wellbeing activities? Head to our website: www.wellbeingenterprises.org.uk/whats-on/

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · 11d

This was a joy to record - a wide-ranging chat with the brilliant Dr Nicola Hedlam about radical hope, ‘first-follower’ leadership, and why imagination isn’t a luxury, it’s infrastructure. Listen below ⬇️
#Imagination #PlaceLeadership #SystemsChange #LPIP #CityREDI

The Local Policy Innovation Partnership (LPIP) Hub @lpiphub.bsky.social · 12d

What if imagination was treated as infrastructure? 💡

In the latest #Placecast episode, social entrepreneur Mark Swift shares how civic imagination, community assets & radical hope can drive system change.

Listen now 👉 https://ow.ly/e2lu50XgbvE

#PlaceLeadership #SocialChange

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · 15d

Can social entrepreneurs truly disrupt power - or do they risk being absorbed by it? I’ll explore this in my talk ‘On the Margins of Power,’ hosted by the UK Gramsci Society. Join the discussion for free: eventbrite.co.uk/e/1776178500709

On the Margins of Power: Social Entrepreneurs and Social Change

Social entrepreneurs are co-creating community rooted innovations, join fellow Gramscian Mark Swift as he explores these possibilities.

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · 19d

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨
Wellbeing Enterprises CIC is on the lookout for passionate and empathetic people to join our amazing team! 💛

🌱 Be part of our mission to support healthier, happier and longer lives across our communities.
👉 Apply now tinyurl.com/3j7rv8ny

Job Vacancy: Wellbeing Link Worker | Wellbeing Enterprises

We're looking for a Full Time Wellbeing Link Worker to join our team. Apply today!

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · 22d

Epic walks around Delamere Forest this weekend. So nourishing for body and mind

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · 25d

Today marks #WorldMentalHealthDay. No matter what your going through our Wellbeing Link Workers are here for you. Give our friendly team a call on 01928 589 799 and let’s have a wellbeing chat today.

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Oct 1

Today we brought partners together from across the Liverpool City Region to shape the Imaginarium – a new civic home for imagination, collaboration and community-driven change. Next: a 3-month roadshow in every borough. Join us 👉 tinyurl.com/2am6k7yf

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Oxfam GB @oxfamgb.bsky.social · Sep 25

Demand a wealth tax👉 bit.ly/46mfIxT
A wealthy, high-polluting few have gained extreme riches - harming people and planet. A 2% tax on wealth over £10 million could raise £24 billion annually to tackle inequality and climate change.
So are you in? 📢

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Amnesty International UK @amnestyuk.bsky.social · Sep 28

BREAKING: Peaceful protestors arrested outside the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool

Yet more peaceful protesters are being arrested today and hauled from the streets by police - a scene which just a few months ago would have been shocking but is quickly becoming the norm...

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Adam Grant @adamgrant.bsky.social · Sep 28

When you follow a leader, consider what would lead you to withdraw your support.

If the answer is nothing, your integrity is in jeopardy. Our highest loyalty belongs to principles, not people.

No leader deserves unconditional love. Commitment is earned through character.

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · Sep 18

🚴‍♀️ Amazing Active Travel event today!

Thanks to everyone who joined us to explore the benefits of active travel, plan journeys, and take part in our walk to Town Hall Park 🌳.

Grateful to the Mayor of Halton for joining and supporting active travel in our community 🙌. @lpoolcityregion.bsky.social

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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.bsky.social · Sep 10

BREAKING: They're scrubbing @banksy

The court is erasing Banksy's mural just like it's erasing our right to protest.

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Sep 8

Court staff cover up Banksy image of judge beating a protester

Artist’s latest work at Royal Courts of Justice in London is thought to refer to pro-Palestine demonstrations A painting by Banksy of a judge using a gavel to beat a helpless protester appeared on the walls of the Royal Courts of Justice before quickly being covered up by guards. Banksy confirmed the artwork was his by posting a picture of it on Instagram on Monday morning. Continue reading...

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Sep 8

Discovered Pirmas blynas in Vilnius – Lithuania’s top social enterprise. Amazing food in a stunning Baroque church, with every meal supporting jobs & skills. A true holiday highlight! Congrats to Tim van Wijk & team 👏

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Sep 7

Just spent a couple of days in Kaunas -one of the prettiest, cleanest cities in Europe. A perfect blend of old + new! Highlights: the castle, long boulevard walks & amazing food. Off to Vilnius tomorrow, only an hour by train 🇱🇹✨

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · Sep 7

Join us for a Photography Mural Walk in Runcorn

📅 Weds 17th September
📍 Promenade car park
🕐 11:00 – 12:30pm

Stroll along Runcorn promenade to the murals beneath the bridge and capture their beauty through photography
Call 01928 589 799 or 👇 www.wellbeingenterprises.org.uk/whats-on/pho...

Photography Mural Walk: Runcorn | Wellbeing Enterprises

Stroll along Runcorn promenade to the murals beneath the bridge and capture the beauty through photography. Submit your best shot to win...

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Jun 6

I’ve written for Alliance magazine on how social investment in community-led approaches can promote health equity and prevent ill health.

We need to invest in what matters: people, communities, and prevention.
👉 www.alliancemagazine.org/blog/health-...

#HealthEquity #SocialInvestment

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · Aug 25

Our walking group made the most of the sunshine in the beautiful Victoria Park 🌳 Walking together is a simple way to stay active and connected. Come and join our free wellbeing sessions!
📞 01928 589 799
👉 tinyurl.com/yun6yx9m
#ActiveTravel @lpoolcityregion.bsky.social

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Sep 2

Why is everything so shit? Asks the new @greenparty.org.uk leader…
THIS ⬇️ #truthtopower

The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · Sep 2

Draw the line. Join the Green Party today ⤵️

join.greenparty.org.uk?utm_source=s...

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Adam Grant @adamgrant.bsky.social · Aug 27

Intelligence depends on more than cognitive horsepower. It requires cognitive flexibility.

The faster the world evolves, the greater the cost of rigidity. Stubbornness is a path to getting trapped in the past.

The future belongs to those with the courage to change their minds.

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Mark Swift @markswift.bsky.social · Aug 26

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Aug 23

54 years ago today, the corporate takeover of American politics began with Lewis Powell's infamous memo.

I watched it happen with my own eyes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbbgfnpJN9w

How the Corporate Takeover of American Politics Began | Robert Reich

Robert Reich

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · Aug 21

Every £1 invested in our WE Connect social prescribing service delivers up to £23.58 in social value. Supported by NHS Cheshire & Merseyside and independently evaluated by @ljmuofficial.bsky.social, the service is proven to deliver major social, health, and economic benefits.

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Wellbeing Enterprises CIC @wecic.bsky.social · Aug 15

We had an amazing time at our Wellbeing Discovery Walk at Pex Hill! We explored nature, completed fun challenges, and had a good catch up with each other. 💛

If you’d like to join us in one of our free wellbeing activities call 01928 589 799 or click 👉 tinyurl.com/yun6yx9m

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