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‘Shut up and play’: a brief history of athlete activism article icon

Health, Sports & Psychology

‘Shut up and play’: a brief history of athlete activism

Despite many sports organisers and fans maintaining a belief that sport and politics do not mix, sport has consistently proven itself as a breeding ground for activism and protest. The argument that sport and politics should be kept separate is perhaps most prevalent when it comes to athletes expressing their political views. This article ...

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The case of Simone Biles and perceptions of athlete mental health article icon

Health, Sports & Psychology

The case of Simone Biles and perceptions of athlete mental health

When Simone Biles withdrew from several events at Tokyo 2020 due to mental health struggles, the gymnast came under fire from both the global media and the general public. The social media response revealed a polarising narrative, with many supporting Biles and engaging in a broader discussion concerning athlete mental health, while others ...

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Education & Development

Key historic LGBTQI+ figures

Learn about some key Black and Minority Ethnic figures from the LGBTQI+ community.

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Education & Development

Black and Minority Ethnic Network

A discussion and features podcast, led by Katherine Jegede reflecting on the lived and worked experiences of Black and Minority Ethnic staff and students of the OU. Highlighting relevant work happening within the institution in relation the race and ethnicity as well as giving a showcase to academic research and projects.

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Education & Development

Reparations for slavery in Barbados

Jill St George, a lecturer in Law at The Open University, looks at slavery in Barbados and lays out the case for reparations for the state.

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Racial inequities in health: The impact of COVID-19 in Wales and beyond video icon

Health, Sports & Psychology

Racial inequities in health: The impact of COVID-19 in Wales and beyond

The ways in which the COVID-19 pandemic has shone a light on long-standing inequities in health within Black and minority ethnic communities in Wales, the UK and beyond.

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A focus on misogynoir – the anti-Black forms of misogyny that Black women experience article icon

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A focus on misogynoir – the anti-Black forms of misogyny that Black women experience

What is misogynoir? This article looks at this intersectional concept.

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History & The Arts

Travelling Objects

Journey around the world in our interactive to discover how 'objects' aren't just merely beautiful art works but can also reveal fascinating histories and global connections.

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How does online intergroup contact compare with face-to-face? article icon

Health, Sports & Psychology

How does online intergroup contact compare with face-to-face?

The ability of intergroup contact to reduce prejudice is a well-researched area of psychology. However, as more and more contact takes place online, PhD student Julian Bond is working to understand whether this changes the effectiveness of intergroup contact and the potential implications for a more harmonious society.

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Double trouble: my experience of studying part-time as a mixed-race individual article icon

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Double trouble: my experience of studying part-time as a mixed-race individual

In this article Dr Laura Tan gives a fresh mixed-race perspective on having twice the cultures, twice the workload… so it was only right that she had twice the celebration at graduation!

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Ecology and economy under the fig tree in South Asian Cities

Trees in South Asia are protected for their religious symbolism, so you’ll find them in crowded cities. Shonil Bhagwat looks at their natural and cultural heritage.

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Health, Sports & Psychology

How inclusive is women’s football?

Despite it being an important site for gender equality, not everyone’s experiences in women’s football are the same.

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