Face Masks and School Leavers

Face Masks and School Leavers

Author: BBC Local Radio July 22, 2020 Duration: 26:52

Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio.

This episode:

- De Montfort University contour fashion student Disha, is putting her sewing skills to good use making reusable face masks at home in India.

- Five-year-old Isaac from Belper and his granny Mhairi have been raising money for charity with a new book, which has a "stay at home" message.

- Becky, a pregnant NHS worker from Nottingham shares how her faith in humanity was restored, following a car break-in and theft.

- Archie, head boy at Therfield School in Leatherhead, takes over the airwaves to deliver his end-of-year speech

- And the Sikh community kitchen in Middlesborough, continuing to serve hot foot to those in need throughout the pandemic

Featuring stories from: Ady Dayman at BBC Radio Leicester, Heidi Booth at BBC Radio Derby, Andy Whittaker at BBC Radio Nottingham, Lesley McCabe at BBC Radio Surrey, and BBC Radio Tees


In a world that often feels fragmented, Make a Difference offers a necessary counter-narrative, sharing surprising stories from communities across England who are pulling together. This BBC Local Radio podcast captures the unscripted moments of cooperation and resilience that define our times, moving beyond headlines to find the human connections being forged in neighborhoods, towns, and cities. Each episode is a journey into the personal journals of collective action, exploring how ordinary people are addressing challenges in society, culture, and even health and fitness, from grassroots mental health projects to local cultural initiatives that rebuild a sense of belonging. You'll hear directly from the individuals at the heart of these efforts, their voices preserved with the intimacy and authenticity of its original local radio broadcasts. Listening to this podcast feels like discovering a series of quiet, powerful revelations about the capacity for kindness and practical support that persists around us. It’s a collection of audio snapshots that together form a larger, hopeful portrait of England, reminding us that impact often starts with a simple conversation next door. These are not grand manifestos, but real stories of tangible change, curated to inspire and connect.
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