Black History Month: The History We Celebrate and the History We Avoid
My mum was part of the Windrush generation. That is one reason Black History Month feels personal to me. For Windrush Day in June 2026, Sheffield held a civic gathering to honour Windrush elders. I received an invitation and passed it on to Mum. I was glad she could attend. Sheffield City Council I also […]
From Jamaica to Sheffield: My Parents’ Journey of Resilience and Strength
How my parents’ courage and love shaped my approach to mental health and well-being. My parents’ journey from Jamaica to the UK involves resilience, sacrifice, and love. Like many from the Windrush Generation, they sought a better life, and I carry with me their strength in the face of adversity every day. Hard Work and […]
Maya Angelou’s Resilience: Lessons for Overcoming Life’s Challenges
How Maya Angelou’s story of survival, alongside other Black pioneers, inspires us to rise above adversity and make a lasting impact. When we talk about resilience, few figures embody it more powerfully than Maya Angelou. Her life, as shared in her autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, tells a story of overcoming unimaginable […]
The Hidden Inequalities in Race, Mental Health, and the Workplace – The Truth You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Shocking statistics reveal the deep-rooted disparities people of colour face in UK workplaces – it’s time to confront the uncomfortable truth and take action to create real change. When we think about mental health, we often forget how much race influences our experiences in the workplace. But the truth is, for many people of colour, […]