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Understanding the science behind pandemics and climate change is crucial. But sometimes, it’s just as important to understand the human response behind these issues too. This evening will be all about understanding how people respond to, understand and talk about everything from pandemics, climate change, and mental health crises, and how understanding society can help us form policy, communications and strategy! We’ll be hearing from 3 great speakers, as well as inviting audience members to write Science and Society themed Haikus (or “Scikus” if you will!)
The Politics of Mental Health
Daniel Bowman
(PhD Candidate)
Everyone is talking about mental health these days, but what motivates discussion of the topic among politicians? Are conversations being affected by the economy? Lobbyists? Genuine concern? What are the differences between the main political parties in the UK? In this talk, I explore how our leading politicians talk about mental health, and what their words indicate about their motivations, values, and plans.
Going it Alone: Are Anti-Science Movements Really Anti Science?
Katherine Furman
(Lecturer of Philosophy, Politics and Economics)
What should we think about people who resist science-based health interventions? Are anti-vaxxers, anti-lockdowners, and anti-maskers actually anti-science? Let's explore the complexities of individuals and groups who 'go it alone' and resist the experts.
Culture Change and Climate Change
Vid Simoniti
(Lecturer of Philosophy)
Artworks, films and television often represent climate change in a certain way, but can they make a difference to policy? If so, what new imagery should these cultural products create?
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