Real Reads
Apr 2020
Black Women Want to Design A Better Backstage
Casting black women to walk the runway is only half the battle. Before models make it on stage, it’s important that the people preparing them can cater to their hair and skin tones
Apr 2020
Increase in domestic abuse reporting by minority community victims
Female genital mutilation, forced marriage and sexual exploitation are some of the other trauma’s faced by minorities – with some women turning up to refuges already with disabilities
Apr 2020
Going Low: How Black Women Have Reclaimed Bald Beauty
These days, the idea of existing as a bald, black woman carries an air of stately rebellion. Like me, many black women have taken the plunge as an act of radical self-acceptance
Apr 2020
Black Swimming Association hopes to get more minority ethnic people in the pool
The BSA aims to highlight the importance of swimming as an essential life skill after research from the World Health Organisation found the risk of drowning is higher among BAME communities
Apr 2020
How The Natural Hair Movement Has Failed Black Women
By glamorising looser curls and prioritising techniques and products to create “defined curls,” the movement focuses less on loving textured hair and more on manipulating those kinks into curls
Mar 2020
I’m a young Black mother who tested positive for Coronavirus: Here’s my story
This 42-year-old work-from-home marketing executive shares her experience with Covid-19
Mar 2020
Study online for free with 1,000+ courses available from the Open University
The Open University has made courses free so you can learn a new skill or acquire specialist subject knowledge whilst observing social distancing at home
Mar 2020
Financial Help & Rights – Latest News
19 need to know money facts to help you and your family through the crisis
Mar 2020
#MindYourMind – Looking after your mental health whilst social distancing
The extended period of social distancing away from colleagues, loved ones and friends can be hard on mental ones health
Mar 2020
What funding is available to charities during the Covid-19 pandemic?
In a time of increased pressure, here is a list of current funding being made available for charities during the Covid-19 pandemic
Mar 2020
Virtual Tours? Visit the best galleries and museums from your sofa
With a click of a mouse, transport and immerse yourself into the world’s best museums and galleries via virtual 360 degree tours
Mar 2020
The Weekend Watch List: Our Staycation Screen Selection
As we all continue to practice social distancing in the midst of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, let’s turn to our TVs and streaming devices for some much needed comfort and distraction