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4 Ways Coronavirus Could Change the World

2020-06-10T08:00:00+00:00

June 10, 2020 4 Ways Coronavirus Could Change the World Coronavirus has changed the world. You only need to turn on the news or even look out the window to witness this. But with no vaccine yet, how much of this is set to stay? And what cultural changes will come about from this new way of life? Below are four ways coronavirus could change the world. 1. Technology and cultural changes Since the virus hit, many ways in which we do things have already begun to change. Nations are reacting quick and adapting to a new, altered way of living, [...]

4 Ways Coronavirus Could Change the World2020-06-10T08:00:00+00:00

HAD Recommends: 5 Ways to Fundraise During COVID-19

2020-06-02T08:00:00+00:00

As the world went into lockdown to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, many NGOs and charities had to cancel their fundraising activities to abide by social distancing rules. However, there are still opportunities for fundraising, we just need to adapt and be creative! Here are 5 ways to fundraise during COVID-19. 1. Adapt planned events While traditional fundraising events, such as marathons or coffee mornings, are no longer allowed, it doesn’t mean they can’t be adapted for fundraising during COVID-19. Coffee mornings could be held online! Invite people to a Zoom meeting for a cuppa and chat. It could be [...]

HAD Recommends: 5 Ways to Fundraise During COVID-192020-06-02T08:00:00+00:00

Development Research Ethics in the time of COVID-19

2020-05-22T15:47:00+00:00

In this blog, Research and Development Officer Dr Vanessa Malila, explores the importance and complexity of research ethics during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Humanities and social science researchers play a crucial role in epidemic preparedness and response. Their studies provide insight into the social context of outbreaks. This knowledge can help us to adapt and improve our response to outbreaks.” (Joao Rangel de Almeida) The current global crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for rapid and responsive clinical, scientific and health research. What has taken a back seat in the response to COVID-19 has been development research and [...]

Development Research Ethics in the time of COVID-192020-05-22T15:47:00+00:00

Coronavirus Crisis & the Future of Action on Climate Change

2020-05-22T15:45:00+00:00

The coronavirus pandemic and global lockdowns have caused a reduction in carbon emissions, cleaner air and re-emerging wildlife, offering a glimpse into an alternative future should drastic action on climate change be taken following the crisis. A silver lining The coronavirus pandemic and strict lockdowns that followed have grounded almost all flights, significantly limited the amount of people commuting to and from workplaces and drastically reduced the amount of traffic on roads. A 6% drop in carbon emissions has already been recorded but the head of the World Meteorological Organization has warned that this is only “short-term good news.” Cleaner air [...]

Coronavirus Crisis & the Future of Action on Climate Change2020-05-22T15:45:00+00:00

Research on Covid-19 and Faith

2020-05-20T08:00:00+00:00

What do we need to take into account when planning research on Covid-19 and faith? In this blog post, HAD’s Head of Research Dr Jennifer Philippa Eggert argues that we should learn from research responses to previous crises in order to avoid past mistakes. Risks and opportunities for research on Covid-19 If someone had described the situation we are currently finding ourselves in a year ago, I am not sure I would have managed to keep a straight face. Actually, it is quite likely that I would have burst into laughter … or indulged in a serious roll of the eyes [...]

Research on Covid-19 and Faith2020-05-20T08:00:00+00:00

Easing the Lockdown

2020-05-18T08:00:00+00:00

On Sunday 10th May 2020, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s televised address set out a provisional plan to begin easing the lockdown restrictions in England. The plan describes making gradual changes to avoid a second wave of coronavirus spreading, but Downing Street’s decision to drop the “stay at home” slogan in favour of “stay alert” has been criticised for being vague and unclear. What’s changed? The government website lists a new set of guidelines for easing the lockdown. One person from a household is now allowed to meet with one person from another household in an outdoor setting, such as [...]

Easing the Lockdown2020-05-18T08:00:00+00:00

How to Practice Mindfulness

2020-05-06T08:00:00+00:00

I know that probably, like me, you’ve been inundated with adverts and articles that start “COVID-19” and, like me, you’ve got to the point of thinking “not another one!” As the UK government has implemented strict lockdown measures to help slow the spread of coronavirus, I’ve been reflecting on how we can all support our mental wellbeing during these unprecedented times and how to practice mindfulness not only during the lockdown but after we return to normality as well. Creating new habits On average it takes about 3 weeks of practicing the same behaviours to create new habits or routines. Therefore, [...]

How to Practice Mindfulness2020-05-06T08:00:00+00:00

Coronavirus & Domestic Abuse

2020-05-04T08:00:00+00:00

In an unequal world, crises like the coronavirus pandemic disproportionately affect women. Though recent evidence shows men are more likely to die from coronavirus, cultural and socio-economic factors impact women during crisis in other ways. In this blog, we look at the link between coronavirus and domestic abuse. With the global, rapid spread of the virus, many countries are in lockdown, encouraging people to stay home and stay safe – but homes aren’t always safe for women. Women are not necessarily safe in their own homes In the UK, the National Domestic Abuse helpline has saw a 25% increase in calls [...]

Coronavirus & Domestic Abuse2020-05-04T08:00:00+00:00

Managing Mental Health during the Coronavirus Pandemic

2020-04-29T08:00:00+00:00

The outbreak of COVID-19 has effected many aspects of all of our lives and the bad news can seem never-ending. The lockdowns and social distancing measures that governments across the world have introduced are paramount to stopping the spread of the virus, but can have a negative impact on us psychologically and many are concerned for their mental health during the coronavirus pandemic. Government guidelines and potential drawbacks On 23rd March the UK Government declared a state of national emergency and announced strict lockdown measures to manage the spread of COVID-19. Despite passing the three week deadline originally stated, the lockdown [...]

Managing Mental Health during the Coronavirus Pandemic2020-04-29T08:00:00+00:00

A Very Different Ramadan? Practising Faith during the Coronavirus Crisis

2020-04-23T08:00:00+00:00

A crisis – with challenges and new openings The spread of the coronavirus has caused a crisis that poses challenges many of us have never had to deal with before. We are affected by it in different ways, depending on who we are and where we live, but there are very few who do not find dealing with the situation difficult on some level. At the same time, many have also pointed out positives in the crisis, silver linings, which those of us who have the very basics secured (such as health, safety, appropriate accommodation, sufficient food, a stable income), may [...]

A Very Different Ramadan? Practising Faith during the Coronavirus Crisis2020-04-23T08:00:00+00:00

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