In this inspiring 19-minute episode of Constructive Voices, host Jackie De Burca is joined by the incredible Sangeeta Waldron, a PR expert and celebrated author, for a deep dive into the vibrant community of Enfield, North London. Together, they explore how this unique borough has blended nature, sustainability, and innovation to create a thriving urban ecosystem that stands as a model for other communities.

From the rewilding initiatives at Forty Hall Estate to the innovative transformation of the Living Room Library, Sangeeta paints a vivid picture of how Enfield embraces sustainability while fostering a strong sense of community. She also highlights the crucial role of local media, the surprising biodiversity of the area, and how nature’s wisdom can guide us toward a more balanced way of living.

Tune in for a conversation that’s as enlightening as it is heartwarming, filled with real-world examples of how urban and natural worlds can harmoniously coexist.

• Discovering Forty Hall Estate:
  Learn about the rewilding of beavers, free-grazing red poll cows, and how technology like QR codes helps locals live side-by-side with nature.

• The Living Room Library in Edmonton:
  A stunning example of urban regeneration, where two old garages were transformed into a sustainable library and community hub.

• Why Local Media Matters:
  How Enfield’s Dispatch newspaper keeps the community informed and counters misinformation in an age of digital overload.

• Sangeeta’s Perspective on Sustainability:
  Insights from her books, including Corporate Social Responsibility is Not Public Relations and her upcoming release, What Will Your Legacy Be?

• “It takes a village to raise a child. I really believe it takes a community to do that and to do more.” – Sangeeta Waldron
• “Nature has thought of everything to keep everything in place and in balance. It’s just us who’ve gone in and disrupted everything because we don’t know.” – Sangeeta Waldron
• “Local newspapers and local media are the backbone of communities. They counteract misinformation and are a place where communities go for real, authentic news.” – Sangeeta Waldron