University granted Sanctuary status
An academic who left his home country of Afghanistan with his wife and young daughter to pursue a new life in the UK has hailed the support from the CARA fellowship as “a window of hope”.
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Driving innovation and growth
Leeds-based start-ups are receiving expert guidance to accelerate their business plans, thanks to a collaboration between universities and an innovation specialist.
Hi-tech healthcare in Leeds
Leeds plays a crucial role in driving improved patient care through hi-tech advancements, according to Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
Sparking curious minds
Enquiring young minds are set to be inspired at the University of Leeds’ flagship family event, Be Curious.
Community garden born from collaboration
An eyesore plot of land has been transformed into a thriving community garden thanks to the power of collaboration.
Junior detectives investigate crime scene
Schoolchildren investigated a mocked-up ‘crime scene’ on the University of Leeds campus as part of a knife crime reduction campaign.
Wetland warriors promote biodiversity
University of Leeds students who call themselves the ‘Woodhouse Wetland Warriors’ are working with local schoolchildren to encourage biodiversity.
Public invited to share views on park life
Thousands of people living in Leeds and Bradford are to be surveyed about the way they use parks and green spaces to try to improve access for all.
Brushing up skills to boost access
The University of Leeds is partnering with local secondary schools and sixth form colleges to raise students’ aspirations.
Supporting children into university
Students have shared their first-hand experience of a programme supporting young people from disadvantaged neighbourhoods in Leeds, as it celebrates ten years of changing lives.