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SUMMARY:Matt Kennard - Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to host investigative journalist Matt Kennard—author of Irregular Army\, Silent Coup\, and The Racket. \nHe will discuss the new\, expanded edition of Irregular Army. Matt’s reporting explores how the US military’s recruitment crisis during the War on Terror enabled extremist groups to join its ranks\, examining the human cost that continue to unfold.\nWed 3 June 7.30pm Free/Donations\nRISC 35-39 London St RG1 4PS\nTo book: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/matt-kennard-book-launch-tickets-1988823421391 \nInfo: events@risc.org.uk
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/matt-kennard-book-launch/
LOCATION:conference hall
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SUMMARY:RISC Roof Garden Summer Events 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come and visit our award-winning sustainable roof garden!\n185 species\, low maintenance\, multi-use perennial planting\, edible forest\, water harvesting\, hard landscaping with renewable/recycled/reused materials \nSun 14 June \nSun 26 July \nSun 20 Sept Rdg Heritage Trail \ndrop-in\, self-guided tours \n12noon-4pm donations \nEntrance at rear of RISC 35-39 London St RG1 4PS
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/risc-roof-garden-summer-events-2026/
LOCATION:RG1 4PS\, 35-39 London ST\, Reading\, UK\, Berkshire\, RG1 4PS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:RISC Event
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SUMMARY:Who Powers the AI Machine? Discover the Hidden Human Cost
DESCRIPTION:Callum Cant\, co-author of Feeding the Machine will talk about this eye-opening book that reveals how low-paid\, precarious labour\, often in the Global South\, powers the AI technologies we use every day\, exposing deep connections to gender\, race\, and colonial exploitation. Join us for an engaging talk\, followed by a Q&A and book signing. \nTo book please click on the link https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/who-powers-the-ai-machine-tickets-1989014251168 \n 
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/who-powers-the-ai-machine-discover-the-hidden-human-cost/
LOCATION:RG1 4PS\, 35-39 London ST\, Reading\, UK\, Berkshire\, RG1 4PS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:RISC Event
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SUMMARY:RISC Roof Garden Summer Events 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come and visit our award-winning sustainable roof garden!\n185 species\, low maintenance\, multi-use perennial planting\, edible forest\, water harvesting\, hard landscaping with renewable/recycled/reused materials \nSun 26 July \nSun 20 Sept Rdg Heritage Trail \ndrop-in\, self-guided tours \n12noon-4pm donations \nEntrance at rear of RISC 35-39 London St RG1 4PS
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/risc-roof-garden-summer-events-2026-2/
LOCATION:RG1 4PS\, 35-39 London ST\, Reading\, UK\, Berkshire\, RG1 4PS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:RISC Event
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SUMMARY:Can We Fix Our Food System?
DESCRIPTION:Come and find out how our food systems are hurting people\, planet and animals – both farmed and wild – and how farming can be sustainable and fairer for farmers. Phil Brooke from Compassion in World Farming joins us to explain the issues.\nJoint Event with www.globaljustice.org/reading globaljusticereading@gmail.com
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/can-we-fix-our-food-system/
LOCATION:RG1 4PS\, 35-39 London ST\, Reading\, UK\, Berkshire\, RG1 4PS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Justice Reading":MAILTO:globaljusticereading@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Oranges for Justice + Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Meet Dani from Oranges for Justice\, one of the Refill Shop’s suppliers. Dani will introduce the UK-based Community Interest Company\, which imports ethically sourced oranges from Calabria in Italy\, while supporting marginalised migrant workers and a fairer food system. The talk will be followed by a screening of The Pickers\, a hopeful film about the people and movements working towards a fairer\, more humane food system. Hosted by: RISC and BIG (British Islamic Gardens). \nA Reading International Festival 2026 Event #ReadingInternationalFestival
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/oranges-for-justice-film-screening/
LOCATION:RG1 4PS\, 35-39 London ST\, Reading\, UK\, Berkshire\, RG1 4PS\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Gaza: How The Media Manufactured Consent
DESCRIPTION:To examine the relationship between Western foreign policy and the media\, our speaker is Hamza Yusuf\, a British-Palestinian writer and journalist. Drawing on his research and experience\, he will explore how the media frames events in Gaza\, patterns of biased reporting\, and how these can shape public consent for policies with profound political and humanitarian impact. Hamza is an investigative journalist at Declassified UK\, with work also published in Middle East Eye\, The National & more. \nPart of the Reading International Festival 2026 #ReadingInternationalFestival
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/gaza-how-the-media-manufactured-consent/
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ORGANIZER;CN="RISC":MAILTO:zainab@risc.org.uk
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SUMMARY:CUBA: Solidarity\, Not Sanctions
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a solidarity event with the people of Cuba.\nFor over six decades\, Cuba has faced sanctions that continue to affect daily life across the country. Rob Miller\, Director of Cuba Solidarity Campaign\, will explore the impact of recent additional sanctions and their effects on healthcare\, education and wider society. Book and solidarity stalls will be available throughout the event. \nA Reading International Festival Event \ninfo: events@risc.org.uk
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/cuba-solidarity-not-sanctions/
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SUMMARY:Solidarity with Palestine: Talks\, Stalls & Live Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of solidarity\, conversation & music. Hear from guest speakers representing Women in Hebron & Zaytoun\, sharing the latest news from artisans and producers in Palestine. Enjoy solidarity music by Dina & Jad.\nShow your support by buying Palestinian Fair Trade products including\nHebron embroidery\, olive oil\, soaps\, zaatar and more. \nA Reading International Festival Event
URL:https://risc.org.uk/events/solidarity-with-palestine-talks-stalls-live-music/
LOCATION:RG1 4PS\, 35-39 London ST\, Reading\, UK\, Berkshire\, RG1 4PS\, United Kingdom
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