Our Impact Through Publications
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The “Our Impact” magazine’s 8th issue features interviews with London’s leading public health expert Professor Kevin Fenton on wellbeing and COVID-19, Professor Steve Peters, renowned sports psychologist, discusses mental resilience and his book “A Path Through the Jungle,” Roz Etwaria shares her spiritual healing journey, and Mohammed Ali on empowering young people through public speaking.
The 7th issue of Our Impact magazine offers a range of insightful articles addressing pressing social issues. Notably, it features an exclusive interview with LaTonya Floyd, the sister of George Floyd, discussing his life, legacy, and the family’s journey toward healing. The issue also delves into topics such as racial biases in artificial intelligence, an examination of femicide in the UK, and an introduction to the “Global Black Studies” course at the University of West London, as shared by Professor William “Lez” Henry.
The 6th issue of Our Impact magazine commemorates the fourth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower tragedy by featuring interviews with key figures such as Abdurahman Sayed of Al-Manaar Muslim Cultural & Heritage Centre and Jehangir Malik MBE (formerly) of Muslim Aid, highlighting their roles in the community’s response. Additionally, the issue includes personal accounts from Grenfell volunteers and a special tribute to honor the 72 lives lost, reflecting the publication’s commitment to community engagement and remembrance. Additionally, this issue is in both English and Farsi.
The 5th issue of Our Impact magazine commemorates the life and legacy of Stephen Lawrence, featuring an exclusive interview with his brother, the Right Honourable Dr. Stuart Lawrence, discussing his book “Silence is Not an Option” and efforts to combat racism. The issue also includes personal memories from friends Kojo Sarpong and Courtney Grant, reflections on institutional racism, and insights into the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities report.
The 4th issue of Our Impact spotlights systemic Islamophobia in higher education, the Free Books Campaign for marginalized readers, and a film raising awareness about autism. It also shares ergonomic insights from Iran on improving elderly safety.
This issue of Our Impact explores COVID-19 vaccine development and approval processes, delves into vaccine hesitancy influenced by misinformation and social dynamics, and highlights Somalia’s unique challenges in preparing for vaccine rollout amidst limited infrastructure.
Our 2nd issue explores the societal impact of COVID-19’s second wave, including health, economic, and psychological effects. It features exclusive interviews with Jeff Gothelf on employability and Caroline Goyder on voice and confidence. The magazine also promotes wellness with fitness tips and encourages resilience and hope during challenging times.
This issue reflects on community responses to crises, featuring a deep dive into the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Sutton Hospital restructuring, and grassroots COVID-19 relief efforts. It highlights the role of human factors in emergency response and healthcare planning. The edition closes with a heartfelt poem honoring a Grenfell victim, adding a powerful personal touch to the broader themes.
Other Publications
CSR and COVID-19 in Global Health Service Institutions
This chapter explores how corporate social responsibility (CSR) supported the UK’s NHS during COVID-19, focusing on private, third-sector, and philanthropic contributions. It highlights how the pandemic worsened health inequalities, especially for ethnic minorities and the elderly. The analysis of philanthropic, legal, ethical, and economic CSR aspects offers insights for future health crisis planning.
The guide explains how applying human factors (HF) principles, like participatory design, systems thinking, and user-centered data, can improve equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). It explores EDI challenges across all nine protected characteristics and shows how HF can address systemic issues in design, behavior, and policy. Real-life examples highlight how inclusive design leads to better outcomes in areas like healthcare, technology, and education.
The Ergonomist – Issue 579 | Sept-Oct 2020
After the Grenfell Tower fire, Courtney Grant and Mohammed Ali volunteered with the National Zakat Foundation (NZF) to support survivors using faith-based aid and human-centered approaches. They highlighted how fragmented systems, outdated data, and lack of coordination complicated aid delivery. Their experience underscored the importance of human factors in improving local disaster response.
Advancing diversity, inclusion, and social justice through human systems engineering
COVID-19: managing an obstetric emergency
Interview with LivSystems