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Oliur Rahman

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Our guest this episode is Oliur Rahman, Co CEO of Active Communities Network.

Oliur is a pioneer in the world of youth and community development, he opens up on his background and how that has shaped his outlook and approach.

We hear the story behind the creation of ACN and their practise to increase impact through partnership and networking.

A great episode with insightly takeaways for anyone working in grassroots development.

14:37

Times have changed. The young people have a different outlook, they are faced with more complex challenges than ever before.
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22:32

A football on a pitch on the estate draws young people to it, there is no language barrier this is how engagement starts.
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25:49

It was a leap of faith to leave and launch the organisation, we were working round the clock.
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41:20

I get myself into the gym as much as possible to deal with the high intensity stress & trauma that comes with working in the sector.
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47:26

We have a strong focus on social value for money.
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