International Men’s Day: Celebrating men and boys
Every year on November 19th, International Men’s Day is celebrated in the UK. This day aims to raise awareness about health issues, challenge stereotypes, promote gender equality and celebrate …
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Diwali: Festival of Lights
Deepavali, or Diwali, often called the “Festival of Lights,” is a five-day celebration rooted in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, the celebrations are …
Five Black voices of 18th-Century Britain
The presence of Black people in Britain traces back to centuries before the Windrush generation. In this post, we continue our series about Black British people from the 18th century with five …
Trailblazers of Change: Celebrating Ten Black British Activists
In every generation, individuals challenge the status quo, stand up against injustice, and pave the way for others to follow. These trailblazers are often the unsung heroes of our society, their …
Black Pioneers of the Isles: The Voices of 18th Century Britain
Black people have lived in Britain long before the Empire Windrush landed at Tilbury Docks. During the 18th century, Black people were present and active within British society, although they faced …
Survey reveals half of Britons unable to identify a Black British historical figure
A recent survey found that a significant portion of Britons have limited knowledge about Black British history, with over half being unable to identify a single historical figure.
The findings …
Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot
In the early 17th century, a group of disgruntled English Catholics conspired to assassinate King James I and the entire Parliament in a spectacular act of defiance. At the centre of this plan was Guy …
The Bussa Rebellion: A historic slave revolt in Barbados
The Bussa Rebellion stands as a monumental event in the history of Barbados, representing the largest slave revolt ever witnessed on the island. Led by the African-born slave Bussa, this rebellion …
Cognitive behavioural therapy: How CBT can help you
Have you ever been caught in a torrent of negative thoughts? Or felt trapped by patterns of thinking that only pull you down?
Imagine if you could not just navigate but redesign these mental mazes. …
The art of storytelling from oral history to digital media
In the heart of darkness, amidst the wilderness, emerged the primitive yet profound form of human connection – storytelling. This was not a mere exchange of words. It was a communion of souls. …
Indigenous Peoples’ Day and the long road to reparations in the Americas
In a world grappling with the legacies of colonialism, Indigenous Peoples’ Day stands as a beacon of change and recognition for the original inhabitants of the Americas. This day, often observed …
Breaking the stigma of mental health
Imagine a world where the heaviest chains we carry are invisible; welcome to the stark reality of mental illness. A pervasive issue that affects millions yet remains shrouded in misconceptions and …