Called Connected Committed Newsletters

November & December 2023

CCC - Celebrating Diversity – Enabling Flourishing Christianity As A Global World Faith

Podcast

In this issue of CCC, we turn to some fantastic resources around teaching Christianity as a global faith, with a bumper edition of three podcast episodes to inspire you. 

Bola-Alysia Ayonrinde, the National Education Lead for Racial Justice within the Church of England, joins us with a rich background in education leadership spanning the U.K., West Africa, and South America. Krystian McInnis, a Religious Education Consultant and Founder of Reimagining Education, specialises in decolonising and diversifying religious education.

Mariah Humphries, a Mvskoke Nation citizen, writer, and educator, shares her unique perspective navigating the tension between Native and White American cultures, bringing Native awareness to non-Native spaces.  We also feature Anjali Kanagaratnam, a curate recently appointed to a combined role of a group of three churches and racial justice coordinator in the Diocese of Bristol.

September 2023

CCC - Celebrating Diversity – Empowering Voices

Podcast

We are excited to bring you the latest episode of our podcast series, "Called, Connected and Committed," In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Gillian Georgiou, Diocesan RE and SIAMS Adviser at the Diocese of Lincoln, who will be shedding light on the empowering journey of "Empowering Voices" and the remarkable collaboration between the Diocese of Lincoln and Re-Connection Lincolnshire.

May 2023

CCC - Accepting Vulnerability and Demonstrating Generosity

Podcast

We are excited to bring you the latest episode of our podcast series, "Called, Connected and Committed," where we explore the ways in which school leaders can be committed to change in their schools and empower their surrounding communities.  In this episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Ghino Parker, the esteemed Center Director for Barnardo's Charity, as he shared his insights on the topic of racial trauma and intergenerational racial trauma.

March 2023

CCC - Educating for Community and Living Well Together

Podcast

For this month’s CCC Podcast, we are thrilled to have been able to speak to Dr Naomi Graham!

Dr Graham is a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting children and young people. Her passion for mental health and well-being led her to found Growing Hope, a charity that provides free therapy to children and young people who may not otherwise have access to these crucial services. 

January 2023

CCC - Educating for Hope and Aspiration- Embracing and Nurturing Diversity in Leadership

 Podcast

This month’s CCC Podcast features John Lynch. The first Black headteacher in Brighton and Croydon, discusses his journey as a headteacher. He shares his experiences and insights as a trailblazer in the education system and how he overcame barriers to become a successful leader. Since retiring in 2013, he has worked as a consultant for Brighton and Hove on closing the gap strategies for UKME (United Kingdom Minority Ethnic) pupils in education. He provides valuable tips and advice for individuals looking to grow as leaders and welcome diverse leadership into their schools. This is an enlightening conversation that provides a unique perspective on the education system and the importance of diversity and inclusivity in leadership.