Articles tagged with "Events"
2020 IWF UK Annual Lecture in memory of Jean Denton
There was a definite buzz of excitement as we adjusted our seats and tuned in for the Jean Denton Lecture. The celebratory energy was strikingly equal in admiring the past, rejoicing in the present and anticipating the future. There was a real sense of collectiveness here. Together we can and do make things happen.
Perseverance, Passion and Pivoting: The keys to preserving the future of the arts during a pandemic.
The creative industries are doing what they do best – being creative. Sally Doganis, IWF UK member and Co-Chair of the Arts and Culture group, brought together four esteemed experts to share their experiences of the pandemic and what is on the horizon. More than 100 IWF UK members and guests registered for the event on 28 October.
UK Autumn Reception: Who is sitting in the Chair on the FTSE 100?
The annual IWF UK Autumn Reception is an opportunity to connect with fellow members, meet prospective members and engage in a broader discussion centred on a topic linked to the IWF UK key purpose and mission. It did not disappoint.
Authors’ Honest Insights: The truth about the book writer’s journey from idea to publication
Members heard the fascinating stories from three published authors, Alison Maitland, Christine Brown-Quinn and Alla Bashenko, about what inspired them to write, how they learned to start writing and the efforts it requires.
Sleep yourself kind - maximising your sleep quality
IWF UK Members reveal that working too much, a racing mind and feeling anxious result in too little sleep. The impact of lack of sleep is seen on physical & mental health, team effectiveness and economic cost due to lower productivity. Dr Katharina Lederle provided evidence on the benefits of sleep and useful tips to wake up feeling refreshed.