It’s no secret that the Black community and the police have a difficult relationship. Figures for 2019/20 reported that Black people in England and Wales are nine times more likely to be stopped and searched in comparison to White people. Stops under section 60, where no reasonable suspicion is required rose by 35% to overContinue reading “Is making peace with the police ever an option?”
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To remove a statue or not to remove a statue, why is this a question?
By now, everyone knows that Edward Colston was a slave owner, and that’s a good thing. For someone who profited from transporting 80,000 African men and men, of which 12,000 were children, the main thing he should be known for is the human suffering he caused. However, for centuries, the city of Bristol, which ColstonContinue reading “To remove a statue or not to remove a statue, why is this a question?”
Guilty, now what?
Tuesday 20 April 2021 will go down in history as a US police officer was convicted of murder for killing a Black man. The individual found guilty is Derek Chauvin and his victim was George Floyd. I have struggled to find the right words to write this blog and openly express my thoughts on theContinue reading “Guilty, now what?”
White privilege…still don’t believe it doesn’t exist?
In wake of yesterday’s events in Washington D.C., I’ve been inspired to write about why I think skin colour determined the Capital police and National Guard’s responses. Enjoy and feel free to comment. Wednesday 6 January 2021, will go down in history for many reasons. For some, it will be known as the day thatContinue reading “White privilege…still don’t believe it doesn’t exist?”
Being uncomfortable needs to be the new normal
It’s finally here, 2021! So let me start by saying Happy New Year. I think it’s safe to say that most of us are happy to say good riddance to 2020 and we will welcome 2021 with open arms. For obvious reasons, this New Year feels extra special, as we all yearn for our livesContinue reading “Being uncomfortable needs to be the new normal”
Writing sucks 