Turriff Academy Students Launch Podcast Series Promoting Equality and Inclusion
Turriff Academy is proud to announce the release of a compelling new podcast series created by a dedicated group of students who are part of the AMITY Equality Club. This dynamic series, developed and produced entirely by the students, aims to foster a culture of equality and inclusivity within the school and local community. Funded through the North East Culture Collective and in partnership with the local Sports Hub, this terms podcast focus has been on LGBTQ+ equality and inclusion within Turriff’s public spaces such as the library, police station, and sports venues.
The podcast series serves as a powerful platform for students to investigate and share the experiences, insights, and stories of individuals and organizations in Turriff, addressing critical issues such as diversity, acceptance, and social justice. Stewart Aitken, coordinator of the NECC commented:
"This project is a powerful testament to the voices of Turriff Academy’s students and their dedication to creating a more equitable community,
As result of the interviews AMITY are now also collaborating with these venues to ensure they are welcoming and inclusive for everyone.
AMITY hope there is a future to their series if the next generation of students want to take up the mic and start making positive changes to their community. Scarlett, a podcaster said ‘‘I really enjoyed doing the podcast as it made me feel like I was doing something good to help everyone going through tough times because of their sexuality or gender identity’ Through engaging interviews, thought-provoking discussions, and inspiring personal narratives, the AMITY podcast series invites listeners to join the conversation and be part of the movement towards a more equitable and inclusive society.
The North East Culture Collective (NECC) is a Culture Aberdeen project, led, by Station House Media Unit (shmu) and funded by Creative Scotland.
The interviews include:
Stuart Grant: Active Schools and Community Sports Manager
Kakuen Mo: Policy Officer – Aberdeenshire Council
Toni Buxton-Collins – Library Manager – Aberdeenshire Council
Audra Booth: Community Sport Hub Officer (North)
Andrew Gairns – Turriff Sports Hub Manager
Sarah Grant – Police Scotland Equality and Diversity Officer
The creative team included:
Robyn Benson – North East Culture Collective Creative Practitioner
Lindsay Dunbar – North East Culture Collective
Stewart Aitken – North East Culture Collective
Hannah Barraclough – Teacher of RMPS at Turriff Academy and AMITY Lead
Claire Pirie – Teacher of Biology & Science at Turriff Academy and AMITY Lead
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