Policy360: Unplugged
At Policy360, we empower charities, communities, and advocates to engage directly with policymakers and share the impactful work happening within their communities.
Through candid conversations with decision-makers, our podcast provides you with insider insights and practical strategies to influence public policy and drive social change.
We also highlight the innovative efforts of groups working on the ground, offering listeners a glimpse into how they are making a difference.
Join us as we foster stronger connections between communities and policymakers, amplify voices, and explore real-world examples of positive change.
Policy360: Unplugged
Breaking Barriers: Emma Shaw on Education, Empowerment, and Loyalist Voices
In this episode of Policy 360 Unplugged, I’m joined by Emma Shaw, the CEO of Phoenix Education Center in East Belfast. Emma shares her powerful journey from leaving school at 16 to running a grassroots organization that challenges educational disadvantage in working-class, loyalist communities. We delve into her personal story, her experiences as a mature student, and her passion for amplifying the voices of young people often overlooked in policy conversations. Tune in to hear how Emma is pushing for systemic change in education and why she believes every young person deserves a fair shot at success.