Nottingham More in
Common Partnership

At its heart, it’s about creating spaces where people talk, listen and build relationships across differences.

Join us in fostering community cohesion and dialogue across differences for a more united Nottingham.

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In Partnership with

The Nottingham More in Common Partnership brings together Nottingham City Council and local community organisations to work collaboratively on community cohesion. By sharing responsibility, insight and lived experience, the partnership supports joined-up responses to division and helps build trust, understanding and stronger relationships across Nottingham.

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Nottingham More In Common Partnership is part of the More In Common Network, a collection of groups and partnerships across the UK who Champion Jo Cox’s powerful ‘More In Common’ message to bridge divides in their communities. All groups and partnerships in the Network aim to: 

– Bring people from all backgrounds together 

– Celebrate what we have in common 

– Promote mutual understanding and respect 

– Build a stronger community where everyone has a sense of identity and belonging 

Did you recently attend one of our events or training sessions?

A feedback form is available for individuals and community groups to share reflections. All feedback is reviewed by NTU as the evaluation team and helps shape how the work develops across Nottingham.

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We have more in common than that which divides us.

MP Jo Cox (1974 – 2016) 

Jo Cox was murdered for her beliefs, for standing up to hate. Honouring her legacy means more than remembering her words; it means living them. It means challenging extremism, calling out harm, and building spaces where people feel seen, safe, and valued.

Latest Updates

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Free Film Screening launching Hate Crime Awareness Week on Oct 10th

Everybody is welcome, and we have some refreshments too 💖
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-film-screening-everybody-to-kenmure-street-tickets-2002052548065

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8th October 2026 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1992048645122?aff=oddtdtcreator.

13th October 2026
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Feel Good Festival – Watch Full Video

Feel Good Festival is an annual community celebration for the people in and around Sneinton and St. Ann’s in Nottingham. It features lots of free activities, local community groups and the walk, bike, run hub.

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Love Hope Unity Festival 17th October

Join us for an uplifting celebration of community, solidarity, and shared humanity at the Love, Hope and Unity Festival, part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week.
💖https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/love-hope-and-unity-festival-tickets-1994775322688

Community Cohesion and Resilience

Great day at the Local Resilience Forum Summer Workshop! Representing the Nottingham More in Common Partnership, we led a facilitated discussion on Community Resilience, challenging the forum to integrate community cohesion directly into emergency planning.
True resilience isn’t just about infrastructure and logistics; it’s about the strength of our relationships before a crisis even hits. When communities know, trust, and support each other daily, they bounce back faster together.

We have a new look for our
Love Not Hate Badges

Have you grabbed one of these yet?

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Email:  moreincommon@jocoxfoundation.org for the booking link and further details

NATIONAL HATE CRIME WEEK 2026

Nottingham More in Common has created a social media pack for National Hate Crime Awareness Week 2026 (October 10th–17th). These resources are meant to spread awareness, and we urge everyone to share them on their social media platforms. We also have free events and training coming up to support Hate Crime Awareness Week in Nottingham.

Upcoming events

NATIONAL HATE CRIME WEEK 2026 Social media pack

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National Hate Crime Awareness Week Website

Our community engagement commitment

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Dialogue Sessions

Facilitate conversations that bridge divides within communities.

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Resource Development

We generate valuable resources online and offline to share and spread in our community.

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Community Engagement Activities

Community events, activities and outreach stalls across Nottingham, meeting people where they are.

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Training & Workshops

FREE Training aiming to combat hate crime, misinformation and division.

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Our Training and Workshops

Bystander Training
Stand by Me
Misogyny Training
Stand by Her
EDI Training
Microaggressions Matter
Digital Training
Digital Confidence
Policy and Consultancy Support
Consultancy Support
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What we offer

Community Cohesion

We facilitate connections between diverse groups to foster mutual understanding and shared experiences within the Nottingham community.

Informed Dialogue

Our structured dialogues promote honest discussions, addressing divisive issues and building a trustworthy community atmosphere.

Collaborative Action

We bring together local organisations and leaders to collaborate on joint initiatives that effectively address community challenges.

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for change

Individuals and community groups can get involved by taking part in dialogue sessions, sharing lived experience, hosting or supporting local conversations, and working collaboratively to strengthen trust and cohesion across Nottingham.

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Our structured approach to community-building work

Assessing community needs

We start by conducting thorough assessments to identify community needs, issues, and opportunities for collaboration.

Facilitating open dialogues

We facilitate structured discussions that promote honest and respectful exchanges of ideas and experiences among community members.

Implementing engagement activities

Engagement activities are rolled out, allowing residents to actively participate in shaping local initiatives and fostering a sense of belonging.

Evaluating impact and feedback

Regular evaluations and feedback mechanisms are employed to assess the impact of our initiatives and continuously improve our strategies.

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What the community says

I attended a talkshop that really helped me feel more connected to Nottingham. It was brilliant to see different community groups coming together, each with their own approach but a shared commitment to a united Nottingham. In times like these, events like this are what truly strengthen our community.
Elvis SembezeyaNottingham Resident
Being part of this initiative opened my eyes to the importance of communication in bridging gaps. It’s truly impactful for the future of our beautiful Nottingham.
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Jennine Foster Dialogue Participant and Nottingham Resident

Recent Community Initiatives

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’S)

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