People in leadership roles often have to implement change. I share what I learnt from implementing a peer coaching program when I was a teacher and the lessons it taught me about creating organisational change in various sectors. Background Almost a decade ago I was an assistant head teacher in a school that was doing […]
Head of Diversity and Inclusion is an important role. It’s a role for many people who are serious about societal change. It’s also not a role for me. Here I share my current reservations around this job title especially for the most senior Black member of staff in an organisation. Tick Box Title? For 6-10 […]
Nature connectedness is a person’s sense of their relationship with nature. It has been linked to positive wellbeing. This article outlines 5 research informed ways to improve nature connectedness. They could form a framework for activities for young people and other members of society who would benefit from wellbeing gains associated with nature. You are […]
Why I keep saying no when I’m repeatedly asked to write, speak and train about racism. This year I have written 9 blog posts on my personal blog. They have covered a number of topics including: how charities can influence policy, how to keep healthy while working from home, how visiting the sea helps me with […]
What is nature connectedness and why is it important for your wellbeing?
Continued exposure to racism and its effects creates trauma. More white people who think they are allies need to understand this.
An 80 seat majority means the government can do what it wants. How can charities influence that?
Practical tools to avoid back pain for people who use laptops at home.
Grandad didn’t say much. A carpenter, a handyman, he was the person you turned to get things done. He was the strong, silent type. But I know what he loved. He loved his God, he loved his wife, he loved his family. How do I know? Because, to Grandad, love was an action, not just […]
What role do physical and emotional intimacy play in our relationships in real life and remotely?