PinnedDiaspora: Agents or Tools of Humanitarian Response in Crises?Large networks are powerful. They are even more so when people share a common goal or experience. This is why diaspora networks around the world are incredibly influential. Diaspora are usually the transporters of cultural soft power, bridging gaps between their native and host or settled countries. …Diaspora5 min read
Feb 28Remembering Jamal Edwards: Champion of a Cultural Revolution.I can remember the first time I discovered Youtube. It was the summer of 2008 and I was hanging out with my neighbour at her house. She asked me if I’d heard of this new website called “Youtube”. I sheepishly told her that I hadn’t — fighting thelowkey teenage urge…Jamal Edwards4 min read
Feb 13Giving Circles: The Future of Philanthropy?Giving Circles: The Future of Philanthropy? I wasn’t aware that the Giving Circle was an actual concept within the philanthropic sector until I tuned into Episode 33 of the Positive Impact Philanthropy Podcast. Sara Lomelin, Executive Director of Philanthropy Together joined Host Lori Kranzcer to discuss the impact of Giving…Giving Circles7 min read
Nov 26, 202116 Days of Activism: Learning from Black women-led movementsToday is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Every year on the 25th November, millions around the world lend their collective voices to this cause, raise awareness, shed light on hidden stories and campaign for a future where women can be safe. The date was borne…16 Days5 min read
Nov 21, 2020Identity Capital in Global PandemicI am not a fan of self-help books. So, it was a massive surprise when I enjoyed Meg Jay’s The Defining Decade: How to Make Your Twenties Matter. It was recommended by a friend who swore it changed her twenties for the better. Jay talks about the concept of Identity…Society6 min read
