Talking Heads at HEART is a monthly event where speakers share their expertise on a wide range of subjects:  economics, culture, health / social and international issues.

We have had some fascinating presentations, recent topics have included homelessness, Islamophobia, and sustainable cities. The speakers are often local experts from a particular field and / or drawn from local universities / research departments. There is always time for debate and questions afterwards.

Talking Heads is a joint initiative between HDT and HEART. We welcome ideas for topics and potential speakers – as well as help in organising the sessions … please get in touch!

All are welcome.

The next meeting is October 22 @ 19:30 

The role of community in supporting desistance from sexual offending ~ Andy Green

The reporting of sexual offending often focuses on arrest, prosecution and the impact on victims, with far less attention given to what happens afterwards.

Drawing on the experience of a national organisation working with harmful sexual behaviour, this presentation explores how individuals can move away from offending and build safer, more positive lives. It examines pathways to desistance, the role of personal responsibility and rehabilitation, and how community responses can either support or hinder long-term change. The session argues that community safety is strengthened not only through monitoring and control, but also through creating opportunities for safe, accountable rehabilitation .

The Speaker

Headingley resident Andy Green is director of Safer Lives Ltd, specialising in therapeutic and safeguarding work with individuals under investigation for sexual offences. He works closely with police, legal professionals, and families, and is committed to developing practical, trauma-informed approaches that support both individual change and safer communities.

Contact details

If you would like to get in touch or be put on the mailing list for news on upcoming Talking Heads events please email talkingheadsheart@gmail.com