I last wrote on my blog 6 months ago. I had an unplanned personal hibernation in many areas of my life. Recently, my daughter pointed out the beautiful, dark pink blossom appearing on the trees on our road. Nature is signifying spring, new beginnings and rejuvenation so I’ll follow her cues and get back into thinking […]
Continued exposure to racism and its effects creates trauma. This doesn’t change just because people are being paid. Employers need to consider their duty of care more.
My kids are used to thinking about people of all races in various positions of power. Why do they insist that gods are always white? Imagine the following pandemic scene. Two parents are working in a room, trying not to disturb each other while on work meetings. A pair of 7 year olds are doing […]
“Iesha, what’s you opinion on how youth focused charities can have more Black representation on their boards?” Well…
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 […]
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 […]
Continued exposure to racism and its effects creates trauma. More white people who think they are allies need to understand this.
I’m fed up with people conflating trans women with rapists. Graffiti I was in a public toilet recently minding my own business and wondering if I’d still catch my train despite my wee detour. Then I noticed a sign on the back of the toilet door which I have to say incensed me. Toilet cubicles […]
It is October. Black History Month in the UK. Time to share, support and buy Black authors.
Realisation. I dislike the term BAME. It’s cold it’s official and it’s too broad.