Dr Shaun Danquah: Navigating Societal Narratives

As a person of mixed Ghanaian and Irish heritage, my travels have been a journey of discovery, unveiling a shared narrative of resistance and distrust in various societies, from Ireland to the Dominican Republic, Ghana, South Africa, and the diverse neighborhoods of London. In Ireland, a place intertwined with my heritage, I observed a spirit… Continue reading Dr Shaun Danquah: Navigating Societal Narratives

Pakistan Independence Day with Pakistan Welfare Association and Mayor of London

  The Pakistan Welfare Association (PWA) The Pakistan Welfare Association (PWA) comprises local business people in Tooting who emigrated to the UK in the 1960s. Coming to London with little more than a few pounds in their pockets but with big ambitions to make something of themselves; such is the dream of many Pakistanis even… Continue reading Pakistan Independence Day with Pakistan Welfare Association and Mayor of London

Cen-X Podcasts – Episode 3: With Farid Kelekun of Impact on Urban Health (IoUH)

Welcome to Cen-X Podcast Episode 3 In this episode, our host, Dion, sat down with Farid Kelekun, portfolio manager at Impact on Urban Health (IoUH). Farid shared insights into his career before joining IoUH, his experiences growing up in different areas of London, and the collaboration between Centric and Impact on Urban Health. Learn more… Continue reading Cen-X Podcasts – Episode 3: With Farid Kelekun of Impact on Urban Health (IoUH)

Black Gentrifiers, the Ghetto and the Black Identity-Category Nexus: A Case of ‘Mistaken Identity’?

  Due to the deficit which many black professionals often find themselves in when they are in white spaces, this can lead to a myriad of dynamics. This deficit may be minimised when a black person within such spaces navigates the realm by demonstrating that they are not to be held in the same regard… Continue reading Black Gentrifiers, the Ghetto and the Black Identity-Category Nexus: A Case of ‘Mistaken Identity’?

UK and Ireland Implementation Science Research 2023

  6th UK and Ireland Implementation Science Research Conference 2023 This year NIHR ARC South London co-hosted the annual implementation science research conference as a hybrid event with the University of Limerick. On the 14th of July, Dr Shaun Danquah and Muhammed Rauf presented a plenary lecture at the NIHR Implementation Science Conference title –… Continue reading UK and Ireland Implementation Science Research 2023

Fashion Industry And The Realities of Waste Colonialism

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  “This is the smoke, they’re burning plastics and everything … We are begging, we are pleading with the Centric team to come and help us.” These are the heartfelt words from one of our Ghanaian volunteers as he wanders through a burning ‘mountain’ of wasted clothes and other discarded materials. This is the final… Continue reading Fashion Industry And The Realities of Waste Colonialism

AI And The Ghetto: Learn AI For It’s Learning You

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  After reading an article about transferable skills, I found another important topic that deserves to be discussed. This specific article talks about how artificial intelligence is growing and the impact it has on the people of the locale. The google definition for artificial intelligence states: it leverages computers and machines to mimic the problem-solving… Continue reading AI And The Ghetto: Learn AI For It’s Learning You

QR Codes Facilitate Knowledge Dissemination

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  We have received a tremendous amount of interest in collaborating from various organisations and individuals, as well as an increased number of people eager to learn more about CenGiving. Due to this growing curiosity and interest, we decided to hold our own presentation to provide further insight and clarity on our project. Once again,… Continue reading QR Codes Facilitate Knowledge Dissemination

French Riots: We’ve been here before

France is on fire once again, following the killing of a young unarmed 17 year old, Nahel Merzouk. Recorded and shared on social media, his killing resembled a summary execution after police stopped his vehicle before firing at him as he tried to escape that harrowing experience. The crescendo of criticism against the ensuing riots… Continue reading French Riots: We’ve been here before

Keep The Same Energy – From Estate Glory to Corporate Chaos

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  Accomplishments are something we all aim for; when a man who has come from nothing puts himself in a position in society where he can feed his family legitimately, this is his biggest achievement. Most don’t know the path many have had to take, knowingly or unknowingly. Along that path, a certain amount of… Continue reading Keep The Same Energy – From Estate Glory to Corporate Chaos

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