Challenging the rise of the populist right

16 May 2026

Wyboston Lakes, Great North Road, Bedford, MK44 3AL

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The Challenging the Rise of the Populist Right programme will help activists better understand the development of racist and prejudicial ideas and attitudes.

It will look at the push and pull factors at work to influence public discourse around immigration and asylum and will explore a range of methods that have proven successful in positively influencing attitudes and encouraging critical thinking, empathy and alternative perspectives.

What will the course cover?

  • Understanding the development of racism and prejudice
  • Recognising and responding to racist incidents in the work place
  • Challenging Harmful Narratives – identifying and responding to contemporary manifestations of racism
  • Building capacity and confidence to have challenging conversations
  • Action planning for future campaigning.

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You can sign up using the form below, which includes food and accommodation options for the One Weekend.