This blog shares the personal reflections of a gay Catholic man in the UK who, alongside his partner, wants to be married in the Catholic Church. He describes the inner conflict between his strong faith and the Church’s exclusion of same-sex couples. Despite knowing supportive priests and wishing for reform like that imagined in the film Conclave, he remains caught between tradition and progress. The piece calls for deeper inclusivity in religious spaces, not just tolerance.

This article offers a British Muslim perspective on the importance of recognising cultural calendars in the workplace. While celebrating events like Ramadan and Eid fosters visibility, the author argues that true inclusivity requires deeper change fair policies, representation and cultural understanding. The piece calls for a balance between celebration and meaningful structural progress in the UK workplace.

This first-person account tells the story of a young woman from Manchester who, despite working hard and building a professional career, finds herself stuck in a cycle of redundancy, low pay and debt. She reflects on how class background, gender, race and lack of structural support have shaped her journey, raising important questions about whether true social mobility in the UK is really possible. Her story offers insight into the reality of the benefits system and what real support for working-class people should look like.

This article explores the growing debate around banning smartphones for under-16s, sparked by the Netflix series Adolescents. Drawing on her experience in education and pastoral care, a teacher argues that while concerns about screen time are valid, blanket bans risk ignoring the diverse needs of young people. She highlights how age, neurodiversity, parenting situations, and class all affect how children use and depend on smartphones. Rather than one-size-fits-all policies, the article calls for inclusive, age-sensitive guidance, better support for families, and more equitable digital education in schools.

How, in 2025, are we still here? Still testing life-saving treatments on groups that don’t reflect the actual risk pool? Because here’s the thing—and it's not new information—Black men, particularly those of African and Caribbean heritage, are twice as likely to develop prostate cancer as white men. Twice. Yet we’re invisible when it comes to research that might one day save our lives. 

Travel has always been something I’ve cherished. The excitement of visiting new places, meeting different people, and experiencing cultures beyond my own has been a lifelong joy.

I was gutted when man like Melvin (Odoom) was voted out of the jungle on “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” on ITV earlier this week. Watching TV presenter and radio DJ Melvin in the jungle reminded me how important it is to see people like us on TV, doing their thing and being real with it. Melvin was great TV but more importantly was his representation as a great role model and vulnerability.

Does the fun of Halloween justify the freedom to dress up as virtually anything or anyone regardless of whether certain costumes and actions can cross the line from harmless fun to offensive or even damaging representations?

I'm not following the conventional path, I'll smile and explain that I'm carving out my own. It's a path that honours my demisexuality and my desire for a life that's authentically mine.

As a disabled man, I refuse to remain invisible. I demand to be seen, heard, and valued for who I am.

For young Black women like me, the path to success is filled with so many barriers that sometimes, it feels like the world is working against us.

As I sit here, reflecting on my journey, I can’t help but think about the sting of rejection and the harsh reality of dealing with racism at work.

The word "diva" has a rich history, originating from the Latin word "divas," meaning divine or goddess.

The power of cinema lies not only in its ability to entertain but also in its capacity to educate, enlighten, and provoke thought.

Let’s have a conversation about something incredibly important: trans rights in the UK.

Growing up in a multicultural neighbourhood, I've always been surrounded by a vibrant tapestry of traditions, stories, and cultural pride.

I spent my childhood in Italy with my Ghanaian parents, then moved to the UK with no understanding of the English language.

It's been a year since my wife left, and every day since has been a delicate balancing act. I never imagined I'd be raising three kids—ages 5, 7, and 11—on my own, but here I am.