The second episode of our podcast was launched on 10th July, with host Dion Tansey sitting down for a chat with Centric Executive Assistant, Remmi Aziz. She speaks about her life before Centric, her passions, discovering talents and skills, life at university, her goals and much more. A key topic we discussed was fashion and… Continue reading Cen-X Podcasts – Episode 2: The Many Facets of Fashion
Launching on the 19.06.23, Cen-X Podcasts puts the community at its heart. This platform is dedicated to amplifying the voices of those who may not have had the opportunity to be heard before. It serves as a space for community members to share their stories, perspectives and experiences. By giving a voice to the unheard,… Continue reading Welcome To Cen-X Podcasts
On the 3rd anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, it is not only necessary to reflect on this fateful day and the ensuing global protests as a result of the barbarity witnessed, but also to review what changes, if any, have been made. Prior to this seismic event, I had petitioned for more self-advocacy in… Continue reading Commemorating George Floyd Three Years On
A combination of excitement and fear continue to surround the development of AI and the prospects it holds for the future. Recent news has witnessed increasing concerns regarding the absence of robust measures to regulate AI, with personalities like Elon Musk warning of poorly constructed AI having catastrophic effects on humanity in the event… Continue reading Ahead of the Curve – Our Turn to Lead?
You don’t expect a casual stroll through the sleepy suburbs of the Ghanaian capital to lead you to unearth anything sinister about shopping in the local high street of your home city in the UK. Worlds apart … no? However, as Dr Shaun Danquah recently discovered, the commanding landscape on the outskirts of Accra… Continue reading The Emperor’s Old Clothes
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit Ghana again to follow up on environmental initiatives we are working on at Centric, the research organisation I founded. During my time there, I witnessed the devastating impact of environmental issues, which has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, plus the effects of historical colonial legacies. However,… Continue reading Ghana Reflections – Environmental Challenges, Resilience, Hope and the Power of Community
Video gaming has become an international phenomenon with millions of people enjoying the immersive worlds and thrilling gameplay the industry has to offer. However, gaming is also known for its lack of diversity and representation. For years, video games were predominantly marketed towards young European male audiences and marginalised communities, such as women and… Continue reading Why Is There A Lack Of Diversity In The Video Game Industry?
Centric’s work on global agendas is having an impact on alleviating distrust of systematic procedures in local communities. We have come together as a multicultural collective representing the different subgroups within Black, Asian, Latino and ethnic minority communities. Understanding there is not one size that fits each group, plus the inclusion and consideration of… Continue reading Western Gains Fed Back Into The Eastern Plains
The year was 2004 however, some would argue that podcasts didn’t really take off until around 2014. The majority of people agree it was Adam Curry (former MTV VJ) and Dave Winer (software developer) who wanted to find a way to download online radio broadcasts to the iPod – a game-changing device at that… Continue reading Broadcasts Journey Toward a New Era of Podcasts
Genomics is not a new term in science, and within scientific research and studies, and I know it refers to the study of human genes, i.e, the word used to describe and understand the pattern of gene expression. However, genomics, as a term, is alien to some in African communities, particularly among the marginalised.… Continue reading Genomics and Sickle Cell in African Communities
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