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The Big Issue Changemakers of 2023: Health and wellbeing
Changemakers 2023

The Big Issue Changemakers of 2023: Health and wellbeing

When in crisis, often the first thing we neglect is our health. These innovators are our 2023 changemakers – working to help their communities stay well

What happened when Sam Fender helped out at his local foodbank?
Music

What happened when Sam Fender helped out at his local foodbank?

Sam Fender took a break from pop stardom this week, accepting The Big Issue’s invitation to help out at Newcastle West End Foodbank.

Volunteering shoots up across 2020 but experts fear a winter slowdown
Activism

Volunteering shoots up across 2020 but experts fear a winter slowdown

Volunteering skyrocketed in the first six months of the pandemic, along with vulnerable Brits’ need for help, but experts fear a slowdown over Christmas.

Public invited to thank local heroes with celebrity-designed charity pins
Activism

Public invited to thank local heroes with celebrity-designed charity pins

More than 1200 handwritten thank yous sent to disability charity volunteers
Activism

More than 1200 handwritten thank yous sent to disability charity volunteers

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