REDISCOVERING CHILDHOOD AND COMMUNITY

Location: Gateway Building, University of Bedfordshire

The inaugural John West-Burnham Memorial Lecture and Networking Event is a special occasion to honor the profound legacy of John West-Burnham, a visionary in education and community leadership. This event offers participants a unique opportunity to reconnect with the essence of community, reflecting on West-Burnham's enduring influence.

Baroness Estelle Morris, a respected figure in education, will provide key insights that promise to challenge and inspire all who attend. Her perspectives will encourage attendees to envision a dynamic future for education and society, sparking conversations and ideas that will resonate well beyond the event. This gathering not only celebrates the life and work of John West-Burnham but also serves as a platform for fostering new connections and deepening our collective commitment to building stronger communities.

The JWB Legacy Group are immensely grateful to the University of Bedfordshire for their huge practical and financial support to make this event possible

All income from the event will be used to establish a Masters Research fFllowship at the University of Sussex to further John's work from September 2025 and a loan library of his personal books at the University of Bedfordshire.

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