Rose Xu

Trainee journalist at the University of Sheffield. China born, Canada made, UK based. Passionate and creative young journalist interested in storytelling and content creating. Explore every topic.

Yorkshire Bylines •

Women’s role in democracy and peace: a vital conversation amid rising global tensions

In a webinar hosted by Grassroots for Europe, leading female activists and politicians discussed the critical role of women in defending democracy against Europe’s rising tide of autocracy, setting the stage for a transformative 2024 election season.

Grassroots for Europe, founded in 2018, promotes understanding and engagement with European issues at the local level. This webinar marks the 45th in its series of round table events, bringing together organisations and experts.
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‘Rock your Socks’ – raising awareness on World Down’s Syndrome Day - ShefNews

Sheffield Mencap & Gateway launched its annual ‘Rock Your Socks’ campaign this month, aimed at raising awareness and funding for individuals with learning disabilities, especially for Down’s Syndrome.

Coinciding with World Down’s Syndrome Day on 21 March, the initiative encourages the public to wear eye-catching socks to highlight the genetic condition characterised by an extra copy of chromosome 21.
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A feast for the senses: Steam Kitchen street food market returns - ShefNews

Steam Kitchen Street Food Market is set to return to Sheffield this weekend, bringing eight different cuisines with a new appearance of kids corner.

This event is open to the public and it will be third year at the Steamworks on Randall Street in Sheffield. It brings food from all over the world including Asia, Europe and South America, plus a coffee bar, from today until Sunday.
Shefnews •

Sheffield charity Friends International hosts culture exchange dumpling-making event - ShefNews

Friends International, a registered charity with a mission to help international students, is hosting a dumpling-making event tomorrow to celebrate the Chinese Lantern Festival.

The charity has supported over 11,900 students across the UK and Ireland, with 1,290 active volunteers. In Sheffield, there are over thousands of students from diverse backgrounds coming to study every year. The charity hopes to make Sheffield their home away from home.
Forge Press •

BUCS Nationals return to Sheffield to showcase student sport

This year marks the 11th anniversary for BUCS National. More than 5,000 students from 100+ universities will compete in various sports, including climbing, karate, swimming, badminton, fencing, and athletics.

EIS Sheffield and Ponds Forge International Sports Centre are among the key locations.

Sports is a massive part of students’ university life. BUCS provides a platform for them to grow and build community. The events are free for all spectators.