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“DIB, DIB, DIB”… not quite! Why I’m correcting the over-40s!
Whenever I say I work for ScoutsCymru you can pretty much guarantee two reactions from anyone over 40: “DIB, DIB, DIB!” and/or “Where’s...
Lisa Newberry
Sep 282 min read


Six months, three organisations, one big learning curve
The past six months have been a busy and rewarding mix of projects across my day job (ScoutsCymru), consultancy work (Collective Comms...
Lisa Newberry
Sep 112 min read


Whose voice are we hearing?
Women’s sport is booming this summer – and rightly so. It’s brilliant to see record-breaking crowds at the Euros – all clear evidence (in...
Lisa Newberry
Jul 101 min read


If these walls could talk...
If the chap in the painting could talk, I wonder what he’d make of the scene before him—three women leading the national academies of...
Lisa Newberry
Jan 151 min read


Agristart - Growing skills, growing confidence
The Lantra Wales AgriStart programme is a game-changer for young people aged 16-40 from non-farming backgrounds across Powys, offering...
Lisa Newberry
Jan 102 min read


All hands on deck: My first six weeks with the RNLI
Whoa! What a first six weeks it’s been as a volunteer press officer for the RNLI at Barry Dock! It’s been a big learning curve with a...
Lisa Newberry
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Paris 2024: strength, resilience, and passion
I love the Olympics. I mean, I REALLY love them. I always take 2 weeks off and park myself on the sofa from the opening to the closing...
Lisa Newberry
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Decline in university applications
The number of 18-year-olds from Wales applying to university is the lowest in the UK, marking a concerning trend that has university...
Lisa Newberry
Aug 12, 20243 min read


An easy-to-understand guide to the U.S. elections
Struggling to follow the steps required to elect a US President?! Have you forgotten how the primaries and caucuses, national conventions...
Lisa Newberry
Jul 25, 20243 min read


Record-breaking diversity in Parliament: Why does it matter?
A parliament that mirrors the society it serves is more likely to understand and address the needs of all its citizens. Diverse...
Lisa Newberry
Jul 16, 20242 min read


And the winner is...
Well, this is great news! The Employability Hub, funded by HEFCW and led by Aberystwyth and Cardiff Met on behalf of all Welsh...
Lisa Newberry
Jun 11, 20241 min read


Tackling sewage discharges in Wales
I spent a few hours on the weekend reading through the Vale of Glamorgan Council environment scrutiny committee papers for next week to...
Lisa Newberry
Apr 8, 20242 min read


Altered Images 📸
In today's digital landscape, where Instagram filters, Photoshop, and Facetune dominate, discerning reality from digitally-altered...
Lisa Newberry
Mar 11, 20242 min read


Reimagining Student Engagement: The student-focused app
Introduction to a new era of communication 🌟 Over the last few months, I’ve had the privilege of undertaking a comprehensive review...
Lisa Newberry
Mar 7, 20243 min read


The gut-brain-cold water connection
Our incredible human body never ceases to amaze, and one of its most fascinating connections is the one between our gut and our brain! At...
Lisa Newberry
Dec 14, 20233 min read


Braving the Chill: Mastering cold water swimming safely - understanding cold water shock
Cold water swimming, an increasingly popular health and adventure activity, offers a unique and exhilarating experience. However, it's...
Lisa Newberry
Nov 30, 20232 min read


e-Hub Launch: A pivotal resource for enhancing student career readiness
In a landmark initiative for educational equity, the recent launch of the e-Hub is a game-changer for students traditionally...
Lisa Newberry
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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