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11 acts of kindness to celebrate during the coronavirus outbreak

In the midst of the coronavirus crisis, there’s also been a spike in spontaneous acts of kindness, generosity and empathy which we want to celebrate.

‘I found a political home in the UK’

Dr Edie Friedman came to the UK as a young student activist and then founded JCORE, an organisation that fosters Jewish values and identity through social action.

How to communicate in the age of COVID-19

How to get your message heard during the pandemic.

International Women’s Day: 5 leading women celebrate the women who inspire them

We celebrate some extraordinary women from across the refugee and migration sector.

International Women’s Day: Emma Harrison on women challenging the status quo

Emma Harrison looks across the refugee and migration sector at the women who challenge and motivate her.

International Women’s Day: Sonya Sceats on putting power into the hands of those with lived experience

Sonya Sceats writes about survivor empowerment and the women who inspire her at Freedom From Torture.

International Women’s Day: Dr. Edie Friedman celebrates two remarkable social justice pioneers

Dr Edie Friedman remembers the amazing work of Helen Bamber and June Jacobs.

International Women’s Day: Marchu Girma on the extraordinary women hoping for a better future

Marchu Girma on her extraordinary work at Women for Refugee Women and the huge challenges which refugee women face.

International Women’s Day: Jen Ang on defending women’s rights at the grassroots

Jen Ang from JustRight Scotland is inspired by a grassroots coordinator in Glasgow.

‘I decided I couldn’t let my status dictate who I was’

Zino’s status affected a big part of her life in the UK. Now she wants to share her story to change the conversation on migration.

5 ways to counter hate on social media

Five easy steps to start debunking an online conversation of hate.

‘Being forced to embark on a journey so dangerous is incredibly frightening.’

Ahmad al-Rashid shares the story of his hugely dangerous journey to the UK and his determination to bring his family to safety.