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Social Responsibility at The University of Manchester
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Making a difference to the social and economic well-being of our communities.
🥇UK’s 1st university with social responsibility as a core goal
🏆Europe’s leader for #SDG impact (THE) & #ESG impact (QS) ✍🏼
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Social Responsibility at The University of Manchester @socialresponuom.bsky.social · Sep 22
This year our University community has made a real difference locally, nationally and globally. So many people have contributed to our social responsibility success. Here are some of the highlights.

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Making a Difference: A year of social responsibility at The University of Manchester
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As you get ready for the Christmas break, make sure your student house is safe and secure while you are away.

Check out the Manchester Student Homes checklist before you leave 🏠 ✅:
December 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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A new study led by Dr Asri Maharani Air pollution has revealed burning plastic waste may be increasing the risk of heart disease in rural parts of Indonesia where waste management is limited.

Discover more:
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Study links rural plastic burning in Indonesia to rising heart risks  < Social Responsibility
A new University of Manchester study has revealed how burning plastic waste in rural Indonesia may be increasing the risk of heart disease, offering insights that could guide future public health and…
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December 15, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Relaxed festive sing-along | 19 December | Martin Harris Centre

Join us for a relaxed, inclusive performance at the @mhcentre.bsky.social this Christmas 💝

Discover more:
Improving inclusivity at the Martin Harris Centre < Social Responsibility
The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama is a performance space situated in the heart of The University of Manchester’s campus. Since it opened in 2003, the Centre has offered a varied programme…
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December 12, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Some examples of how to be sustainable this holiday season:
1. Switch off 💡
2. Gift sustainably 💝
3. Upcycle decorations 🎄

Discover more here:
Sustainable festive season  < Social Responsibility
Did you know that the UK uses an estimated 227,000 miles worth of wrapping paper a year? Or that during the festive season, roughly 42 million plates of food are thrown away in the UK each year?
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December 12, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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Make someone's Christmas by nominating them for a @OfficialUoM 2026 Making a Difference Award 😊❄️🎅

Entries close on 14 Jan 2026: www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk/get-involved... #MaDAwards
Making a Difference Awards < Social Responsibility
The Making a Difference Awards for Social Responsibility recognise the outstanding achievements of our staff, students, alumni and external partners, and celebrate how they are making a difference.
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk
December 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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The Voices Beyond Borders project pairs Chinese students studying at the @educationuom.bsky.social with Palestinians being taught English in Gaza by @manchester.ac.uk alumnus.

More about the project and student reflections here:
Voices Beyond Borders: Connecting students in Manchester and Gaza < Social Responsibility
“In Gaza, communication was life itself. People knew each other’s news every moment through a message, a call, a photo sent on an app, or a laugh shared on a livestream.
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December 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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A historic change: the Government has revoked the presumption of parental involvement, thanks to years of research and campaigning led by Dr Elizabeth Dalgarno and @sheraresearch.bsky.social .

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Landmark law change on parental involvement in domestic abuse < Social Responsibility
Abusive parents will no longer have presumed access to their children following a historic change in the law – thanks to years of relentless campaigning by victims’ groups and leading experts,…
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December 9, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Our PEAs in Pods are working with community members to co-design practical activities focused on bringing ethical AI and data-driven research to life for local communities.

Check out this handbook to discover more:
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December 8, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Donate your new or pre-loved children’s books at Main Library!
We are hosting a book donation point in the foyer of Main Library in support of the Children’s Book Project 📚

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Donate your new or pre-loved children’s books at the Main Library
This national charity works to ensure every child has access to their own books at home, redistributing thousands of pre-loved children’s books each year to families with few or none.Donate a…
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December 8, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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We are proud to be a founding member of @cara1933.bsky.social, supporting at-risk academics for over 90 years. As part of a UK network of 135 institutions, we host up to ten Cara Fellows each year 💙
Find out more:
Support for at risk academics < Social Responsibility
The University, a founding member of Cara (the Council for At Risk Academics), has supported at-risk academics for over 90 years. We’re part of a network of 135 UK universities and research…
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December 5, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Introducing People of Purpose, our new series celebrating @manchester.ac.uk colleagues driving social impact.

First feature: Professor John McAuliffe, who shows how poetry, teaching and civic partnership can spark meaningful change. ⤵️ ⤵️
People of Purpose - Professor John McAuliffe < Social Responsibility
People of Purpose is our new interview series celebrating colleagues from across the University who are making a meaningful difference to society through their work. By interviewing colleagues across…
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December 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Are you a full-time undergraduate student, looking to gain experience in the world of work?

Applications are now open for Work Experience Bursaries!

Find out more and apply today:
Work Experience Bursaries (The University of Manchester)
The University of Manchester Work Experience Bursary Scheme opens for applications on the 5th of November 2025 and will close on the 28th of June 2026 or once the funding has been exhausted,…
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December 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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We know how much incredible work happens every day across our @manchester.ac.uk! Now is the time to celebrate it.🌟
The 2026 Making a Difference Awards are open for entries!

👉 Enter or nominate before 14 Jan:
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk/get-involved...
Making a Difference Awards < Social Responsibility
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December 3, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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Applications are open now for our Manchester Access Programme 💜
A programme aimed to inspire talented, local year 12 students to realise their full potential and benefit from an excellent university education, regardless of their background.

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Manchester Access Programme 2026 application now open < Social Responsibility
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December 2, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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In this short film find out more about @Omolade Allen, lecturer in Global Health and Academic Lead for Civic and Community Engagement and Involvement in @fbmh-uom.bsky.social 🎥✨

Omolade shares why genuine partnership with communities is essential to meaningful research.

Watch here:
December 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Explore Cottonopolis | 26 Nov 2025 to 9 May 2026
Free entry!
Visit our @thejohnrylands.bsky.social to discover how 18th-century Manchester became a global cotton powerhouse, shaped by connections with India, Africa and America 🌱 🏭

Find out more here:
Cottonopolis: The Origins of Global Manchester (The University of Manchester Library)
John Rylands Research Institute and Library
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November 28, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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We are excited to share our social responsibility and civic engagement November newsletter 💜 💜

Read here ⤵️
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November 27, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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Calling all @manchester.ac.uk alumni! Our annual Making a Difference Awards are open! Enter now to tell us about how you are making a positive difference to society. #MaDAwards 💜 🌟  

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Making a Difference Awards < Social Responsibility
The Making a Difference Awards for Social Responsibility recognise the outstanding achievements of our staff, students, alumni and external partners, and celebrate how they are making a difference.
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk
November 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Festive fun at Jodrell Bank | 15 Nov, 2025 – 30 Dec, 2025

Looking for something to do this winter? ❄️
Visit our Jodrell Bank and enjoy everything from Santa dome shows and puppetry to Astro Nights and the Christmas Lectures Live.

Find out more here:
Festive fun at Jodrell Bank - Jodrell Bank
Let the stars align this Christmas with festive fun at Jodrell! From puppet theatre to immersive sleigh rides, there's something for everyone.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Today we celebrate International Men’s Day, marked this year by the theme “Supporting Men and Boys.” 💙👥

Check out this webinar created in association with Fertility Awareness Week:
“Infertility in 2025: Solutions and Support”, delivered by @allanpacey.bsky.social.
Infertility in 2025: Solutions and Support with Professor Allan Pacey
The Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health delivers high quality education and training for health professionals and life scientists. We have a global reputation for research with real-world…
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November 19, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Proud doesn’t even cover it! 💜

The University of Manchester has retained its place in the global top 10 for sustainability in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings.

🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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From teaching innovation to public engagement, there are nine categories that you can enter/nominate in our 2026 Making a Difference awards🤩

Find out more:
Award categories < Social Responsibility
Information on each award category can be found below.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Join us on 20 November as we honour Trans Day of Remembrance.
Our TIN-Bee Network will gather at University Place at 5pm before heading to the candlelit vigil in Sackville Gardens 🕯️💜
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Trans Day of Remembrance < Social Responsibility
On Thursday, 20 November the University will observe the international Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR). TDOR was started in 1999 to memorialise those who have lost their lives due to transphobia and…
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November 17, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Our annual Making a Difference Awards are now OPEN for entries and nominations!
The Awards recognise the students, staff, alumni and members of our wider community who are creating positive change.
Enter or nominate someone today. 💜🌟
Making a Difference Awards < Social Responsibility
The Making a Difference Awards for Social Responsibility recognise the outstanding achievements of our staff, students, alumni and external partners, and celebrate how they are making a difference.
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk
November 14, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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🎉 Congratulations to @sheencr.bsky.social and @ardwickclimate.bsky.social on winning ‘Best Health Creation Approach to Seeking and Using Community Insight’ at the 2025 Excellence in Health Creation Awards!

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Ardwick Climate Action Group bags accolade < Social Responsibility
Ardwick Climate Action, a group based in Ardwick, Manchester, working with University of Manchester researchers, has been recognised for its work by The Health Creation Alliance.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM