Paid exposure to racism is still trauma
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.
Stories about race
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Improving representation on boards
“Iesha, what’s you opinion on how youth focused charities can have more Black representation on their boards?” Well…
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Head of Diversity and Inclusion? No, thanks
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 […]
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Black people are more than racism
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 […]
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Exposure to racism is trauma
Continued exposure to racism and its effects creates trauma. More white people who think they are allies need to understand this.
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Authority, class and race in schools
Teachers are not infallible, assuming they are puts vulnerable children at risk.
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No BAME for me
Realisation. I dislike the term BAME. It’s cold it’s official and it’s too broad.
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Five British Books for Black History Month
October is Black History month in the UK sometimes it can be very US-centric. Here are 5 great books I’ve read that explore the Black British experience.
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People who write or talk specifically about race – and why you should contact or read them instead of me
Why I’ll usually say no if a mainstream organisation asks me to speak or write specifically about race.
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My hopes for diversity in 2017 #BAMEed
Is diversity a term that can be too vague and allow people to be lazy?