Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) strikes again! The UK now has two court cases against it. Will they now be willing to remove ISDS arrangements from their trading agreements? James O’Nions from Global Just Now will explain the working of ‘corporate courts’ & why they matter.
An introduction to Global Citizenship & the issue of racism in education. Exploring different aspects of racial inequality in the British education system. With current research & strategies to combat racism & promote inclusivity in schools. training for educators & teachers of all key phases A virtual session via Zoom £30 + VAT Booking essential […]
Join us for a cuppa & cake to hear from our suppliers Manal Ramadan White (Zaytoun) & Anne Bishop (Weaving Hope). They will share stories of producers from Palestine & a special recipe from Sri Lanka.
World Shop 35-39 London Street RG1 4PS Free
An hour’s documentary linking European wildfires and far-right politics; fires are not only because of climate change. With Dr Peter Knapp, film director with us. Commentary from Greece, Italy, Spain & Portugal show local communities successfully acting together to bring change. Wednesday 27th May 7.30pm free/donations
We’re excited to host investigative journalist Matt Kennard—author of Irregular Army, Silent Coup, and The Racket. He 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. […]
Come and visit our award-winning sustainable roof garden! 185 species, low maintenance, multi-use perennial planting, edible forest, water harvesting, hard landscaping with renewable/recycled/reused materials Sun 14 June Sun 26 July Sun 20 Sept Rdg Heritage Trail drop-in, self-guided tours 12noon-4pm donations Entrance at rear of RISC 35-39 London St RG1 4PS
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. To […]
Come and visit our award-winning sustainable roof garden! 185 species, low maintenance, multi-use perennial planting, edible forest, water harvesting, hard landscaping with renewable/recycled/reused materials Sun 26 July Sun 20 Sept Rdg Heritage Trail drop-in, self-guided tours 12noon-4pm donations Entrance at rear of RISC 35-39 London St RG1 4PS
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. Joint Event with www.globaljustice.org/reading globaljusticereading@gmail.com
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a solidarity event with the people of Cuba. For 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 […]
