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This newspaper database was created to;

  • document local newspaper articles about migrant experiences
  • present local newspaper articles about migrant experiences in a more accessible and searchable manner
  • counterbalance negative media rhetoric of migration, through highlighting positive stories of migration or sentiment to migration, at a local level.

It was created by volunteers who took part in Online Archive Research training. The training was opened to the wider community in each area to learn how to use online research tools to gather local newspaper stories. 

They then collected local newspaper stories following a specific criterion. 

The newspaper stories had to;

  • be about positive contributions made by the migrant community in the specific local area.
  • have positive sentiments shown towards the migrant community.
  • be in the last 10 years, between 2012 – 2022/3
  • counterbalance negative media portrayals of migration. This could include (but not limited to):

a. Details of positive contributions migrant communities have made to their local area.

b. Positive sentiments to migration from local area sources.

c. Direct lived experiences of migrant communities that have been shared to advocate/highlight experiences (even if the experiences themselves are negative)

 

the findings created the content for our Archive Research database. 

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This is the reason 800 people have moved out of Hong Kong to live in Trafford

Short summary
Trafford council, led by its inclusive economy and communities team, hosted an event to offer information, advice and support to our new residents
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/reason-800-people-moved-out-22261733

The inclusive campaign inspiring Greater Manchester residents to 'keep moving' no matter their age, ability, gender

Short summary
The article gave detailed introduction to why people need to keep active and reported that there are differences between different ethnic groups, age groups and genders. Naila a councillor born in Pakistan said she had to change her how she kept active when she came to this country due to the weather. She wants to advocate for people from her community especially the women as they tend to look after the family and not look after themselves. Ayo is the founder of Global Vision Initiative - a charity organisation focused on empowering disadvantaged black, Asian and minority ethnic communities through social activities, events, employability, social sports and music projects. A lot of inactivity in ethnic minority groups is due to lack of inclusive social opportunities, culturally appropriate activities and awareness of ways to keep moving. Starring Naila, Ayo and other people from six of the 10 Greater Manchester boroughs, the Keep Moving campaign encourages everyone across the region to become more active, no matter who you are, your background or your struggles.
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/special-features/inclusive-campaign-inspiring-greater-manchester-21448350

Dance your way to happiness in the heart of Manchester

Short summary
It follows Damian's own emotional experience of social exclusion in his native Poland and a difficult year for his customers in lockdown - and he is dedicated to nurturing an inclusive culture at his studio where he is promoting the benefits of dance for mental health.Dancing gives people a chance to escape from their own heads, I wanted to create a space where I was able to make everyone feel as welcome as Manchester made me feel.
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/special-features/dance-your-way-happiness-heart-20892489

How two brothers built a pharmaceutical empire from Bolton 'Anwer and Yakub Patel made millions with their chain of chemists

Short summary
2 brothers Anwer and Yakub came to Bolton as chidren and started their shop in 1979 the 2 brothers one a pharmacist and the other an accountant worked together to develop their business and by 2005 they sold 111 chemists to Lloyds Pharmacy keeping back 30. In 2009, the University of Bolton awarded both Anwer and Yakub with the honorary titles of Doctor of the University, in recognition of their "oustanding contribution to the Bolton community". £20 million transformed the school into an Academy with both brothers acting as Trustees. The 2 brothers also ran a pharmeutical company and are regarded as the most successful entrepreneurs in the borough
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/how-two-brothers-built-pharmaceutical-20504215

The Syrian refugee attempting a beatboxing world record in aid of Manchester venue 'struggling' through the pandemic

Short summary
beatboxing at TriBeCa has helped him get through depression and grief and he now wants to give back to the venue when I moved to the UK, I saw buskers doing it and it interested me. Beatboxing became a full-time job, hosting open mic events and DJ nights, teaching beatboxing to other refugees and visiting schools to teach students in schools. During the pandemic, he continued hosting the Open Mic events online
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/whats-on/syrian-refugee-attempting-beatboxing-world-20118463

The incredible story of the North Korean defector running to be a councillor in Bury

Short summary
Her story involves family separation, torture and slavery, before she eventually found safety and happiness in the UK. The 52-year-old mother-of-three is running to be a councillor in her adopted hometown of Bury and says she wants to 'give back' to the country which welcomed her in her hour of need. Mrs Park's new life was not without challenges, and she faced difficulties with housing and the language barrier. But she embraced her new home and later found work as a human rights activist.
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/incredible-story-north-korean-defector-19697743

Nahla was someone who made things happen and made a difference' - tributes after inspirational community worker and activist dies from Covid-19

Short summary
Nahla Eljack 'spent her career helping others' and championed the rights of migrant women. Tributes are being paid to an inspirational community worker who dedicated her life and career to helping others, after her tragic death. She was also heavily involved in the creation of the Manchester Refugee Charter, which has been endorsed by more than 100 individuals and organisations including the council, Nahla held a masters degree in environmental studies and her dedication to people and the environment was a consistent theme in her life. She was known for her sense of humour and infectious laugh, her passion for charitable and environmental causes, and her dedication to her family.
Archive Link
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/tributes-to-community-champion-chorlton-19679665

Date of publication

  • 2020 (3)
  • 2019 (3)
  • 2018 (5)
  • 2017 (2)
  • 2016 (1)
  • 2014 (2)
  • (-) 2021 (7)

City

  • Lancaster (11)
  • Middlesbrough (7)
  • Leeds (4)
  • Liverpool (4)
  • (-) Manchester (7)

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