Keep Calm, Carry On and Communicate!
In confusing and isolating times like these, responsible communication remains vital. With everyone voicing their opinions, it’s hard to know what information is credible and what is based on rumour and assumption.
Knowing which sources to trust isn’t always easy, but many organisations — including many of our partners — have put together useful resources to help provide clarity at this time.
We’ve compiled a list of these to help you cut through the BS. Being a London-based company they are somewhat UK focussed so please let us know of any other great international resources we may not know about. We’re in this together, after all!
Stay healthy, stay sane, stay informed!
Journalism
The Conversation
One of the most difficult things to assess is the bias and accuracy of journalism. We highly recommend the Conversation — an independent source of news and views, sourced from the academic and research community and delivered directly to the public. It aims to counter unreliable information, whether it be circulating via social media, new online channels, political players or some older media outlets.
Other sources:
Healthcare
World Health Organisation
The World Health Organisation, the United Nations’ international public health arm, has a section on their website dedicated to Covid-19. With live rolling updates, explanatory videos and myth-buster infographics, they are a reliable source of information helping to dispel misinformation around the disease.
Other sources:
Assistance
Gov.uk
Alongside the toll on public health, Covid-19 has real financial implications for individuals and businesses. The HM Treasury has put together a helpful Fact Sheet detailing specific information around the fiscal support the British government is providing for individuals and businesses facing difficulties at this time.
Other sources:
Childcare and education
Bernard van Leer Foundation
Drawing on their extensive experience working in the childhood development space, the Bernard van Leer Foundation are sharing their practical ideas for caregivers of young children in this challenging time. Follow their hashtags #toddlinginside and #mentalhealth4parents on Twitter for helpful insights and up to date guidance.
Other sources:
Health and wellbeing
Mind
Adjusting to this new way of living can be difficult at times, so the charity Mind have put together specific Covid-19 resources to help people look after their mental health and wellbeing, including guidance around home-working, keeping active and establishing new routines.
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