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Issue 1443 - Big Issue Changemakers 2021

It’s that time again. We are hailing the Top 100 Big Issue Changemakers for 2021.

This special edition magazine shines a light on the most innovative, creative and righteous people and groups who carried their communities through the challenges of 2020. It also recognises those using their talent, skills and knowledge to make life better for others in 2021. It will introduce you to 100 of Britain’s finest, from lawyers fighting housing inequality in court to the heroes of Covid-19 to Black Lives Matter demonstrators. Don’t miss it.

Also inside:

- The Marvelous Mrs Maisel star Rachel Brosnahan actively campaigns for homeless young people. She says we can all draw inspiration from their resilience
- The UK public loves a good period drama. But if you travel back in time, Professor Edwin Gale says, your ancestors might seem unfamiliar – they’re shorter, younger and you won’t understand them
- Hundreds of thousands of Rohingya are still living in the world’s biggest refugee camp in Bangladesh.
- Filmmaker Edward Lawrenson spoke to many of them about their hopes and fears
Plus much more!

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