The Canvas for Change

Ruth Rogers
The Canvas for Change

My name’s Ruth Rogers, but for 8 years of my life, I was Ruth from The Canvas. A tiny cafe with a huge heart just off Brick Lane in East London. We were a refuge and resource for the homeless and our neighbours in need, a sanctuary for the lonely and lost. We hosted events that included improv nights and support groups for mental health, providing a space for people to plant positive ideas in our soil, to grow powerful projects that are still creating ripples of happiness and hope across the world today. But two years ago that space was taken away. 2 years on, I’m ready to tell the story of The Canvas, and invite you all on a journey with me; a journey that will celebrate the people and projects that exist today because of The Canvas, and explore how we might connect and unite more spaces, to exist as The Canvas did; as beacons of hope, and spaces for change. So; launching 2 years since the first chapter ended, this is the start of the next one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Fay & Matt Doyle of This Expansive Adventure

    20 NOV

    Fay & Matt Doyle of This Expansive Adventure

    In this conversation, Ruth Rogers speaks with Fay and Matt Doyle, co-founders of 'This Expansive Adventure,' a multimedia platform focused on travel, adventure, and mental health. They discuss their journey from a small blog to a thriving community resource, the importance of accessible outdoor experiences, and the impact of community spaces like The Canvas. The conversation highlights the significance of creating environments that foster growth, inclusivity, and connection, especially in the context of mental health and well-being. This Expansive Adventure's website: https://www.thisexpansiveadventure.com/ TEA TV: https://www.tv.thisexpansiveadventure.com/ From The Ground Up featuring The Canvas: https://www.tv.thisexpansiveadventure.com/streaming/from-the-ground-up Follow This Expansive Adventure on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisexpansiveadventure/ Matt's book recommendation: The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger Read more about Oeschinensee (Lake Oeschinen), one of Fay's happy places. Learn more about Wild Swimming, and Rayrigg Meadow, Fay's second most happy place. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Canvas and Its Impact 03:48 The Journey of Faye and Matt Doyle 08:16 The Expansive Adventure: From Blog to Community 14:26 Documentary Insights: From the Ground Up 20:44 The Importance of Space for Growth 26:50 Supporting Independent Businesses and Community 32:10 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

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My name’s Ruth Rogers, but for 8 years of my life, I was Ruth from The Canvas. A tiny cafe with a huge heart just off Brick Lane in East London. We were a refuge and resource for the homeless and our neighbours in need, a sanctuary for the lonely and lost. We hosted events that included improv nights and support groups for mental health, providing a space for people to plant positive ideas in our soil, to grow powerful projects that are still creating ripples of happiness and hope across the world today. But two years ago that space was taken away. 2 years on, I’m ready to tell the story of The Canvas, and invite you all on a journey with me; a journey that will celebrate the people and projects that exist today because of The Canvas, and explore how we might connect and unite more spaces, to exist as The Canvas did; as beacons of hope, and spaces for change. So; launching 2 years since the first chapter ended, this is the start of the next one.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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