Inside Justice is a small charity, founded in 2010 and registered in 2018, which investigates alleged miscarriages of justice.

We are seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead Inside Justice through the next exciting phase of our strategic development, and to motivate, inspire and build the capacity of our organisation, staff and networks.

Our work is to review and assess applications from prisoners usually serving long sentences for crimes they say they did not commit, to identify whether new legal, scientific or investigative work could be done to show possible wrongful imprisonment. 

We have, in our trustees and Advisory Panel, ex high ranking police officers, DNA, blood, fibre, fingerprint and CCTV experts all at the peaks of their disciplines, who work on our cases pro bono.

When appropriate, we make submissions for cases to be heard at the Court of Appeal. When our casework identifies systemic failings, we undertake policy work to bring change for all entering the criminal justice system.

The CEO will work closely with the team and report to the Board of Trustees, with prime responsibility for driving the business in such a way that fulfils our goals, which are;

1. To investigate alleged miscarriages of justice, making submissions to the relevant public body if suitable grounds are identified by our Advisory Panel of experts

 2. To lobby for change when systemic failings are identified.

Title: CEO

Salary: circa £50,000 p/a (pro rata),

Hours: 4 - 5 days (negotiable),

Where: Remotely, mainly at home, with flexibility to attend meetings predominantly in London, when required,

Reports to: Board of Trustees,

Summary: An applicant must be a credible ambassador, a powerful communicator and an inclusive leader who has:

• experience of criminal law and/or policy/governance work;
• excellent strategic and business planning skills;
• ability to engage with donors, attract funding and strategic partnerships;
• skills to lead and develop our services to maximise their impact;

Responsibilities:

• Representing Inside Justice in a variety of forums with: trial legal representatives; applicants (prisoners); experts from a range of disciplines; victim’s and applicants’ families; trial witnesses;
• The ability to identify systemic failings identified by our casework and prepare submissions to criminal justice stakeholders (such as Government Select Committees);
• Deal effectively and persuasively with a wide range of people, both within and outside the charity, as part of a multi-skilled team and on an individual basis in order to ensure effective and successful conduct of cases;
• Establish credibility and earn respect by the depth of their knowledge and influence others on the basis of their specialist knowledge;
• Assist with identifying donors and potential sources of funding for the charity;
• Provide regular reports to the Board of Trustees when required;

Location: Working remotely from home, occasionally co-work spaces, with frequent business travel.

Start date: Late Summer.

Salary: Band 1 or 2 Researcher depending on experience, £20,000 - £25,000.

Benefits: 30 days Annual holiday, Pension Scheme.

Hours of Work: Flexible, 35 hours per week; full-time, but part time may be considered.

Application Timetable: Wed 19 Aug mid-day: Close Thu-Fri 20-21 Aug: Shortlisting Tue-Fri 1- 4 Sep: Virtual Interviews.

The Dartington Service Design Lab is an internationally respected research and design charity dedicated to improving child outcomes. We seek a Researcher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied and quite independent role, spanning child development research, service design and evaluation, and public system reform. 

The work is rarely routine because we are often experimenting and trying to innovate with those who we work with. This requires a blend of mental agility, practicality, perseverance and an ability to adapt to deliver the necessary outcomes without continuous supervision. The person should be comfortable with ambiguity and approach new challenges with both curiosity and level-headedness. As a small organisation the wider team are mutually supportive as we all work closely together. The successful candidate will need to be able to communicate well with both their colleagues and our stakeholders. We value empathy and collaboration and a strong focus on using evidence for social good. 

We need a highly motivated researcher, equipped with a first, or upper second-class undergraduate degree in a relevant field, and those with a Master’s degree are strongly encouraged to apply as well. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Undertaking evidence reviews to inform policy and/or practice within tight deadlines; 

• Assisting with data collection, synthesis, management and analysis; 

• Helping prepare supporting materials for workshops, training and other events; 

• Drafting and refining reports, presentations and other dissemination outputs (including social media activities e.g. blogs, tweets etc.). 

• Conducting research activities with young people, families and stakeholders, using ethical and creative methods to adapt to participant need and contributing to insight synthesis and communication. 

Location is flexible, as a team we largely operate remotely across the UK with regular project related travel. We have also been using online and video communication tools well before the impact of COVID-19. Our staff tend to work from home or when appropriate, together in local co- working spaces, or from our own workspace in Devon. When possible, we also regularly meet as a whole team in Devon. 

The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and pre- employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 

This role plays a key part in the continued growth and development of our community-focused Credit Union.  It provides the opportunity to develop skills in delivering customer-centred products and services throughout Shropshire.

The right person will have high levels of initiative with a natural desire to learn.  They will have the opportunity to influence the development and delivery of savings and lending products through collaborative discussion across a small team.

Do you have an innate confidence in your own ability to achieve targets with a natural desire to learn, change and improve where necessary?  We are looking for an individual with excellent communication, people and IT skills to fit into our established credit union team.  You will play a key role as a point of contact for existing and potential loan applicants and will be responsible for collating, checking and processing all loan applications in line with policy and procedure, while maintaining excellent levels of customer care.

Trustee Roles (x3) 
 
We can’t fix issues like poverty, climate change and ill-health alone. That’s why the School for Social Entrepreneurs exists. SSE helps 1,000 people a year develop the skills, strengths and networks they need to tackle society’s biggest problems. It runs courses that equip people to start, scale and strengthen organisations that make a positive difference. But it is not a traditional school. Learning with SSE is inspiring, action-based and accessible. SSE supports people in others ways too, such as funding and mentoring. 
 
We are looking for three individuals to join SSE’s Board of Trustees. We’re seeking Trustees that will bring new skills, knowledge and experience to help us fulfil our ambitions and amplify our impact. We’re particularly interested in recruiting Trustees that reflect the diversity of the students we support and are representative of the geographic areas we work in. 
 
These appointments are an ideal opportunity for somebody with relevant experience who would like to use their talents and skills to contribute to building a better society and be part of an exciting and evolving charity. If this sounds like you, please see enclosed information pack for further details about the role and how to apply. 
 
 If you would like to be considered to join the SSE board please send a copy of your CV and an email outlining why you’re interested in becoming a trustee, highlighting how your qualities, experience and skills fit with the requirements of the role. Please use no more than 800 words and title your email ‘Trustee Application’. The deadline for applications is midnight on Sunday 12th July 2020.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 12th July 2020. 

Student Hubs is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer

We are looking for an outstanding CEO committed to youth social action to lead Student Hubs through its next phase of development.

Student Hubs designs and delivers social action programmes for students in partnership with universities across the UK. Each year we support 2,500 students to take part in long-term volunteering, community action, impact consultancy, Service Learning and social innovation projects. This role is a fantastic opportunity to lead an exciting small charity working in the higher education sector.

This is a challenging and varied role, which will require you to lead and oversee a range of organisational functions. You’ll be setting the direction for a dynamic, fast-paced team full of people who are passionate about social impact and the student experience. You will receive support and space to rapidly develop professionally; this is a fantastic opportunity for significant learning and career progression.

The successful candidate will bring a track record of strategic leadership in the charity sector, higher education, youth social action or a related area. We will also consider candidates with experience transferable from another sector. They will need to help navigate Student Hubs through the extraordinary long-term challenges created by the coronavirus pandemic, while continuing to grow the organisation sustainably, develop partnerships and maintain a strong financial position.

Please visit our website to see our application pack with further information about Student Hubs and the role.

Deadline: 5pm, Monday 20 July 2020
Location: London preferred (remote working considered), with travel required to Hub cities
Start date: October 2020 preferred

Hospice Hope have an exciting opportunity for an Online Groups Coordinator. This role will work within our Community Engagement Project and is part of our online response to deal with the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on our client group. The post is being funded by the Lottery Community Fund as a pilot project and will therefore be a 6 month fixed term contract.

This a home based opportunity with the requirement to participate in virtual/telephone meetings, training and engagement opportunities. Once COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, the post will be required to travel across North West Leicestershire. The post holder will be a self-motivated individual who is able to be flexible and respond quickly to the changing service environment.

This role is key to the development of our community based services and will be essential in increasing referrals into the service, supporting individuals to engage with technology to access services, developing existing and new relationships within the community and raising the profile of our organisation.

For a copy of the job description / person specification and details of how to apply, please go to our website - details are held in the 'Latest News' section on our homepage.

 

Become’s services support young people in care and young care leavers to achieve their full potential, empowering them to take an active role in the key decisions and processes that impact them. Young people’s voices, opinions and needs are at the heart of our work. We take a holistic, young people led approach in our work, providing tailored advice, information and support. 

At present, Become’s Care Advice Service is primarily delivered over the phone, by email and in group and 1:1 settings through video and in the community. Common queries include issues around placements, accommodation for care leavers, education (particularly higher education), finance and contact. We deliver workshops on rights and entitlements to professionals working with young people in and from care and we also receive queries from carers, social workers, personal advisors and other professionals calling on behalf of a child or young person.

This post will be the first point of call for young people and professionals getting in touch with the service.  We are increasingly moving into digital delivery methods and would encourage candidates with experience of digital delivery to apply.

This is an exciting time to be joining Become with as we embark on delivering an ambitious 5-year strategy.We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic professional, with the skill, energy and passion for delivery excellent quality services supporting children in care and young care leavers.

Purpose of role:

To improve the lives and outcomes of children and young people in and from care by providing them with a high-quality advice and support service focusing on rights and entitlements, emotional support and wellbeing.

To work as part of a team to deliver, and help develop, Become’s offer of programmes and services to children and young people. 

Main responsibilities:

• To provide children and young people, and professionals working with them, prompt, high quality, accurate advice and emotional support across a range of platforms including over phone, social media, email/text and live chat on a range of issues arising from being in care or a care leaver.
• To deliver group workshops to children in care or care leavers that inform them about their rights and entitlements, emotional and social wellbeing both face to face, through outreach and community links and on online video conferencing platforms (currently exclusively online).
• To hold a caseload of young people with ongoing and higher support needs.
• To build constructive relationships with a range of appropriate agencies and services across local authority, education and community settings to develop and strengthen referral pathways.
• To take a holistic, youth centred approach to providing advice, guidance and support.
• To work with the Policy, Campaigns and Communications team to promote the service and identify themes and trends arising from your work to help inform our policy and campaigning work.
• To utilise monitoring and evaluation tools to record progress and outcomes, carrying out pre- and post- assessment, demonstrating impact of services for young people. 
• To promote Become’s programmes of support in a range of education and community settings and recruit new looked-after children and care leavers to participate.
• To appropriately address safeguarding concerns according to Become’s Safeguarding Policy
• To record case notes and keep the database system up to date with relevant information in line with Becomes quality standards.
• To take part in supervision, team meetings and contribute positively to the wider team.
• To work closely with the Senior Advice & Support Officer to ensure that advice and information provided follows Becomes policies, procedures and framework.
• To support in the development and delivery of Become’s training packages, including supporting care-experienced young people to co-design and deliver 
• To undertake any other reasonable duties as required by management.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

· At least two years’ experience of successful direct work with young people. This may be in advice and guidance, youth work, participation, educational or similar setting

· Detailed, up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and local authority practice in relation to children in care and young care leavers

· Excellent knowledge of the key issues relating to children in care and young care leavers – including housing

· Experience advocating on behalf of young people and ability to respond appropriately and sensitively to requests for help

· Experience providing advice and guidance over the phone, email and text

· Ability to build rapport with young people and professionals

· Ability to communicate complex concepts in an accessible manner to children and young people

· Ability to write clear concise case recordings and responses to professionals and young people

· Experience of case work, supporting vulnerable young people with various needs including mental health

· Experience of planning and delivering group work and training

· Excellent organisation, time management and self-administration

· Excellent IT skills, proficient in the use of Office365, Microsoft Office, database systems and online service delivery

· A thorough understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

· Commitment to the vision, mission and values of the charity and passion about improving the lives of looked after children and young people.

· A qualification or degree applicable to work with advice and guidance work with young people or advice and guidance (e.g. youth work, teaching, youth coaching, advice & guidance etc.)

Chair of Trustees

Unremunerated - Hampshire

We are working in partnership with the leading UK disability charity, Enham Trust who have been supporting disabled people for 100 years. The work they do across the housing, care and employment sectors, enables over 6000 disabled people a year to live, work and enjoy life.

Following the retirement of the current Chair at the end of his 9 year term, the charity is now looking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees to provide leadership and direction to the Board, enabling trustees to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the Trust.

Enham is entering an exciting new chapter of its work with the launch of its new strategy, which you will help to shape and mould over the coming years.  You will be joining the board at the start of this journey and will be part of the charity’s 100th anniversary celebrations next year.

The values that underpin the organisation are:

• to work together to do amazing things
• to dare to be different
• to wow people everyday

As Chair of Trustees for Enham Trust you will work in partnership with their leaders to define and steer the governance and strategy of the charity and be able to provide support and challenge in equal measure. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience, prererably of both executive and non-executive teams in complex organisations with a focus on robust governance
• Experience of being a brand ambassador, with the drive and insight to both protect and promote the Trust’s brand
• A commercial approach with experience of developing strategy in a dynamic environment with a strong focus on impact
• Ability and drive to support and enhance the fundraising efforts of the Trust.

Face to face board meetings are held on a Monday evening ten times year in North West Hampshire. 

This unremunerated role is open to all who meet the essential criteria.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity, please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Jenny Warner, Managing Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment or for more information, please call.

Reference: JO2772

Closing date for applications: 17 September 2020

Interview date: End of September / early October

'We are an award winning training provider bringing life changing expert support to individuals and businesses' Finchale has 80 successful years of supporting local communities to make positive changes to their lives. The charity is a specialist in providing education, training, employment and welfare support services to veterans, those in military service and their families and individuals with multiple barriers to social inclusion. In 2019 the charity began to deliver these services to a wider market including young people through an alternative education offer. From Summer 2020 the charity will be delivering NEETs programmes, a range of Apprenticeships and a full prospectus of professional training courses including Strategic Leadership and Management. These are aimed at individuals seeking career development and businesses seeking to improve their workforce development offer. We wish to recruit trustees who are passionate about our charity's work. We are proud of the progress we have made and are seeking individuals who can support the charity onto the next phase. Ideal candidates will have can-do attitudes and strong networking skills and act as an ambassador for the charity during a critical period of transition, your expert knowledge and experience will be invaluable to its success. We are specifically looking for applicants with experience in the following areas: Education and Training Marketing Construction Military / Veterans Charity / Business Development Finance The role of Trustee is voluntary but you would be part of an innovative and forward-thinking charity. Finchale is developing fast and you will play a key part in its progress. All reasonable expenses are reimbursed and you should be able to commit to attend meetings at least six times a year, keep yourself up to date within the sectors we work in and think strategically. We are particularly keen to achieve a more diverse Board of Trustees and welcome applications from all from all communities. Please submit a CV to Patrick SMith at Broster Buchanan in the first instance or contact him for further details. Interviews will be held with Finchale in mid July. Finchale Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job title: Wild Oysters Project Officer (Tyne & Wear)
Salary: £25,000 pro rata (equating to £15,000 per annum)
Hours:  Part Time – 22.5 hours per week
Duration: Fixed Term (to 1st June 2023)
Location: Sunderland and homeworking with regular travel

About us

Groundwork is a leading regeneration charity, working through partnership to create communities in which people are proud to live and work.  We help people to carry out thousands of diverse, locally-led projects each year. Projects that tackle climate change and help people out of fuel poverty. That bring out the best in young people by helping them to improve their local area. Projects that build stronger communities by improving green space or get people back into work and create green jobs.

Wild Oysters is an exciting new project, developed by the Zoological Society of London, Blue Marine Foundation and British Marine.

About the role

The project will take place over three years having started in June 2020, and will create Oyster Rehabilitation Hubs in three locations across the UK- Tyne & Wear in England, North Wales and West Coast of Scotland. At each Rehabilitation Hub Oyster Nurseries will be installed across two Marinas, and we will restore the seabed by creating Oyster Reefs. The Oyster Nurseries form an important tool in our education and engagement programme, using the Oyster Nurseries we will engage local communities and schools with native oyster biology and culture, and with wider marine conservation issues.

As Wild Oyster Project Officer you will be responsible for implementation of the NE England Wild Oyster Rehabilitation Hub including supporting the installation of the native oyster nurseries, restoration of wild native oyster habitat, delivering regular public outreach and education sessions to engage the local community with the Wild Oysters project and leading citizen science-based monitoring and reporting.

This role is subject to an Enhanced Check through Disclosure Scotland

About you

We want someone with experience of working as part of a science/conservation/policy project and of delivering marine conservation or research projects. You will also have experience of carrying out fieldwork and delivering successful educational outreach sessions and public engagement activities. Your role will require you to have excellent communication skills as well as a good grasp of relevant conservation issues in the UK and in the marine/estuarine environment globally.

Closing date: Wednesday 8th July 2020

Want to apply?
Great. All you need to do is complete the application pack that’s available on our website. Simply click on the apply button to be directed to our vacancies page.

Make yourself at home

We want you to be yourself at Groundwork and we value everything that makes you unique. We recognise and celebrate your difference and together we make Groundwork a special and great place to work.

Groundwork North East & Cumbria is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

No agencies please.

Nature Based Solutions Officer

Permanent/Full Time (35 Hours per week)

Flexible working arrangements (can work from home but should have the ability to travel to London for meetings if required)

£24,000

The climate and nature crises require comprehensive, ambitious solutions and urgent action across all sections of society.  As a grassroots movement of 46 independent conservation charities working on the ground to recover nature, our client has a vital role to play.

They believe that nature is valuable in its own right and that everyone should have the chance to experience the joy of wildlife.  They are part of nature and are wholly dependent upon it.  They also believe that restoring nature on a landscape scale is essential for tackling climate change and achieving ‘net zero’ emissions.

As the Nature Based Solutions Officer, you will support the delivery of their ambitious response to the climate and ecological emergency.  You will help drive forward a programme to increase their capacity to deliver natural solutions to climate change and cut the movement’s carbon footprint.

You will conduct research to support the activities of colleagues working on this programme and help with communications activities, to ensure local Trusts are well informed and can participate throughout. 

You will also help ensure active communication with and among Trusts and help ensure central policy around nature based solutions and emissions reductions has an impact on the ground. Working among and between teams, you will help ensure the central team effectively collaborates to deliver this programme.

They are looking for someone with the following:

• A relevant environmental degree, or equivalent, or working towards one.

• Knowledge across a range of subjects relating to the achievement of Living Landscapes such as agriculture, freshwater management (e.g. natural flood management, catchment-based approach), rewilding and species conservation

• Experience of team working and networking with a wide range of people.

• Experience of working on the ground with nature conservation organisations, and with the public and voluntary sectors.

• Research skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex information.

• Strong communication skills – verbal and written.

About them:

They are determined to reconnect people everywhere to the natural world and empower people to take action for nature’s recovery.

They are a federated movement of charities dedicated to this vision and driven by their beliefs. Together they have 850,000 members, 35,000 volunteers and 2,000 staff across the UK, Alderney and the Isle of Man. They value courage, respect, integrity, trust and responsibility. 

They are wild about inclusion! They know wildlife will benefit from their people being as diverse as nature is, so they particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within the sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. 

As a Disability Confident employer, they are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. 

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Job: National Programme Officer

Reports to:  Programme Manager

Location: Flexible, can be based anywhere in the UK

Salary: Starting from £32,542- £ 33,518 pro rata (depending on skills and

experience) + 5% pension

Hours:  28 hours/week

Contract: Fixed term 6 months, with the possibility to extend

Do you have an interest in social entrepreneurship and social impact? Are you looking for a role coordinating high quality programmes?

The School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) is looking for a Programme Officer to support the management and development of programmes for social entrepreneurs.

You will lead on programme coordination and student recruitment and gain experience with programme development. You will work closely with internal colleagues and some external partners to ensure high quality delivery and an excellent experience for everyone involved.

This role will suit you if you are highly organised with strong multi-tasking abilities, have excellent communications skills and thrive in an autonomous work environment.

School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) is a charity that supports people using entrepreneurial approaches to tackle complex social problems. We run practical learning programmes and courses to support people from all backgrounds to realise their potential and bring about lasting social and environmental change.

Our commitment to inclusion

Diversity is a fact of life. Inclusion is a choice and a practice – for organisations and individuals. At the School for Social Entrepreneurs, our aim is to drive inclusion into every area and activity of what we do: from access to programmes, to grant investment, to board, staff and partnerships.

However you identify, we would like to hear from you. In our commitment to continue to diversify our teams, freelance staff and programmes, we are particularly keen to hear from those who identify as: being from black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds; LGBTQ+; and those with disabilities.

The Joliba Trust supports grassroots development work with farming and livestock-raising communities in Mali.  We are working to sustain and improve rural livelihoods.

We are looking for a fundraiser with experience of overseas development work to help expand our environment and climate change mitigation programme in Mali.  Joliba Trust has worked on grassroots development and environmental projects with rural communities for over 25 years.  This work includes agro-ecology, dune stabilisation, water provision, women's income-generation, natural resource management, livestock projects, beekeeping and youth employment.  We have an excellent track record for project delivery on the ground and are looking to expand our activities.

Main duties and responsibilities

- to work with our Malian partners and UK Co-ordinator to develop high quality funding proposals which will meet donor guidelines

- to research and identify funding sources and to make applications for funding

-  to meet potential donors

-  to oversee updating of our website and to help promote and raise the profile of Joliba Trust's work amongst private individuals

-  to keep fully informed about work on the ground and to write progress reports for trusts and institutions

Personal qualities

We are looking for someone:

-  educated to degree level or equivalent

-  with fundraising knowledge and experience, particularly in working with trusts, foundations or institutional donors

-  with a good understanding of international development, project planning and implementation

-  who has good communication skills in French

-  who is a confident networker and good communicator

-  who is able to work as part of a cross-cultural team

-  who has excellent writing skills, including experience of writing successful donor proposals and reports

-  who has a genuine interest and commitment to overseas development

Further Information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.  We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in the workforce.  We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

The position is initially freelance with a view to becoming a permanent post.

Application Procedure

Applications online by 14 July 2020.  Please send your cv and a supporting statement of c400 words on what you feel you can bring to this job and why it would be of interest to you.

Successful applicants will be contacted by 25 July and initial interviews with our board will take place by zoom.

Head Of Communications

Salary circa £43,223 per annum

Location: Glasgow (but will consider remote working from anywhere in the UK)

Contract: Full Time, one year, fixed term contract for maternity cover.

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development.

The Head of Communications at Mary's Meals will raise awareness of our work within the UK to attract new supporters, develop relationships with existing supporters, and to ensure the values of the organisation are upheld and promoted in all communications activities. Responsible for managing the communications team, which may also include volunteers.

Reporting to the director of communications, you will be comfortable working at a senior level to achieve success and will be experienced at managing relationships at all levels. The communications team lead on mass marketing activities (including campaigns) and the supporter engagement team focus on building personal and local relationships, to ensure as many people as possible can hear about and engage with our work. It will be important to develop good working relationships with the head of grassroots engagement and the head of major giving and partnerships, in particular.

Please see the recruitment pack for further information by visiting our website;

Closing date: 10th July 2020.

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