The Importance of Celebrating Black History Month
Happy Black History Month! Black History Month is a time of learning, celebration, understanding and acknowledgement. This month offers an important reminder to celebrate, acknowledge and champion the contributions made by Black people in the UK and around the world. Giving us all the vital opportunity to share, amplify and learn more about the impact of Black heritage and culture in […]
How We’re Fighting Against Hate
If, like us, you’re in the UK, you may have experienced a recent shift in energy. It could be said that it’s a global occurrence; however, in the UK, over the summer and more recently, we have seen a growth in far-right rhetoric. Planted in the news, on our socials and in our streets, we have seen vitriolic […]
How To Embrace Change
Change is inevitable. A true constant. Throughout our lives, we will constantly experience change. Whether self-inflicted or not, change will always occur and is something that we should look to feel comfortable with and be able to manage. Change can be overwhelming, of course. Whether you’re starting a new job, moving away, ending a relationship, […]
Future You on Speed Dial: What If She’s Already Waiting for You?
By Ella Schwarz from Coffee With Ella If you’d asked me 12 months ago whether I thought I’d be sat here, on a Saturday night, my daughter asleep beside me, writing this blog post — having accomplished what I have in my first year of business — I’d have laughed out loud and said: you’re […]
Beyond the 9 to 5: Why Owning Your Growth Outside of Work Matters
by Moyosola Kara When we talk about career development, the conversation often circles around promotions, pay rises, or climbing the ladder at work. While these milestones are valuable, they aren’t the only markers of growth. For young women of colour navigating barriers, stereotypes, and limited representation, the journey to fulfilment often requires more than what […]
How to Have the Best Summer
Is it just us, or is Summer the most anticipated season? It’s like there is a universal countdown to the summer months and everyone is constantly talking about their summer plans, where they are going, what they are doing and what they are looking forward to. It makes sense, of course. The brighter mornings, longer […]
Do I Have A Personality?: How To Cultivate Your Life & Make It YoursÂ
by Hodan Mohamed Have you ever watched the 1999 screwball romantic comedy Runaway Bride? In case you haven’t, Runaway Bride stars Julia Roberts as a flighty woman who has been engaged three times to three different men but on each of her wedding days, can’t muster walking down the aisle and instead runs away. Richard […]
How to Live in the Moment
Is it just, or is it difficult to live in the moment? We find it hard to just be and to find peace where we are at any given time. Whether out for a walk, watching a film, in a meeting or trying to sleep, we constantly find our minds occupied and our thoughts elsewhere. […]
Rise and Radiate: Supporting Your Mental Well-Being While Creating Meaningful Impact as a Woman of Colour
by Abimbola Adeagbo Navigating life as a woman of colour comes with incredible strength, resilience, and unique challenges. Society often places additional pressures on us, whether through stereotypes, systemic barriers, or cultural expectations, that can take a toll on our mental health. But within each of us lies the power to heal, uplift others, and […]
Life As A Young Carer
By Minreet Kaur I care for my mum who has myeloma, a rare blood cancer. We received this news nearly two years ago and it was a huge shock, it turned our lives upside down. I became a sole carer, something that isn’t just exclusive to me. More and more daughters in the Asian community […]
