Double Betrayal: Afghan Refugees Abandoned and Endangered
In this blog, we share first-hand insights from an Afghan refugee on the realities and concerns facing their community since the Fall of Kabul.
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Unforgivable – the unspoken suffering of male survivors of child sexual abuse
In this blog, Christopher Egan, writer, and Lived Experience Lead at We Are Survivors reflects on Jimmy McGovern’s new BBC Drama ‘Unforgivable’ from a survivors perspective. Christopher is part of our 2025 Spokesperson Programme.
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What I wish you’d ask me about transness
The trans community has been undergoing increasing attacks on their rights and freedoms over the last several years. Proud trans activist Oscar Sharples reflects upon what he wishes cisgender people knew about the intricacies and joys of trans identity.
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How can we take action to bring more compassion into the children’s care system for Black and Asian heritage children?
As we mark Social Work Week themed ‘Compassion and Action’, Families In Harmony reflects on the gaps in understanding among public sector professionals – social workers, psychologists, education establishments, for Black and Asian heritage children’s experience in the children’s care system.
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Anora Oscar win is also a win for sex workers’ rights
Anora’s recent Best Picture win at the Oscars perfectly coincided with International Sex Workers’ Rights Day, marking a powerful moment for the sex worker community. Rosie Hodsdon reflects on this moment and highlights the importance of allies using their platforms to showcase support for the community. Rosie is part of our Spokesperson Network and an advocate for sex workers’ rights at Basis Yorkshire.
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Government announces £75m compensation scheme for LGBT+ veterans affected by ‘gay ban’
The UK government has announced a £75 million compensation scheme for LGBT+ veterans dismissed under the pre-2000 “gay ban,” offering payments of up to £70,000. This long-awaited decision, championed by Fighting With Pride, acknowledges the profound harm inflicted by this unjust policy, which devastated countless lives and careers.
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Nightbitch: A Powerful Film About Matrescence
The film Nightbitch, which has already caused a stir at festivals, opens in cinemas on December 6th. Maggie Gordon-Walker shares why she believes it is destined to become a must-see film. Maggie is a Writer, Performer, Director of the charity Livestock and the project Mothers Uncovered. Mothers Uncovered is a Sussex peer-led organisation that supports women in matrescence (the transition to motherhood) with creative groups led by past participants. Campaigner for better postnatal care for mothers. Maggie is part of our Spokesperson Network, a community of grassroots leaders with direct experience of social injustice, driving change.
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The power of seeing migrant domestic workers’ experiences on screen
Jeanly is part of the Future Voices programme in partnership with The Voice of Domestic Workers. Jean grew up in the Philippines, and left home to work in Cyprus in 2020, and her employer brought her to the UK in 2023. Fortunately, she was able to escape the abusive situation with the help of the Voice of Domestic Workers, where she is now an active member, specifically involved in the education group. In this blog, Jeanly reflects on Raging Grace (2023), a British horror film which tells the story of an undocumented Filipina immigrant who lands a job as a care-worker for a terminal old man.
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We are essential workers too: why migrant domestic workers’ rights matter
Fahima is part of the Future Voices programme in partnership with The Voice of Domestic Workers. Originally from a farming family in Philippines, Fahima sought work abroad to support her family but faced exploitation and abuse in Riyadh and then in the UK. With support from VODW, she escaped her employer’s mistreatment and now advocates for the rights of migrant domestic workers. Fahima’s journey shows the essential need for fair treatment and protections for workers like her, who are too often invisible yet crucial contributors to society.
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A warm tight hug from my family
Rosemarie is part of the Future Voices programme in partnership with The Voice of Domestic Workers. Driven by her family’s needs, Rosemarie endured long hours, withheld wages, and mistreatment in a foreign country. With support from VODW, she finally escaped her abusive employer and found safety. Now part of the Future Voices programme, Rosemarie advocates for change, hoping to transform the system for migrant domestic workers and fight for a secure future for her family.