The history of Islam tells us of the well-known story of Talha Ibn Obaidullah, a wealthy businessman and an early convert to Islam, known for his kindness, his generosity and his bravery. At a time when Islam, and religion as a whole, was being attacked by an Arab society steeped in barbarism, Talha was among… Continue reading Saving a Life is akin to Saving the Whole of Humanity
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25 November: The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
In July 1981, at the first Feminist Conference for Latin American and Caribbean Women in Bogota, Colombia, 25th November was declared an annual day of protest, the International Day Against Violence Against Women, in memory of three sisters who had been murdered. Patria, Maria Teresa and Minerva Mirabel were assassinated in a ’car accident’ in… Continue reading 25 November: The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Challenging gender stereotypes in schools
Jess Day, Let Toys Be Toys Children are keen to fit in and quickly pick up ideas about what’s supposedly ‘for boys’ and what’s ‘for girls’ – but this can limit what they believe they can do. Many toys and books are marketed as being for one sex or the other and children may worry… Continue reading Challenging gender stereotypes in schools
Baroness Campbell: ‘If we do not champion Diversity in Britain, then we cannot call ourselves inclusive’
Baroness Campbell of Surbiton joins a host of diversity leaders to launch a new awards ceremony honouring British diversity. The widely anticipated Excellence in Diversity Awards has opened its nominations for the 2015 ceremony to recognise companies with truly inclusive workforces. The inaugural awards, to be held at the Midland Hotel, Manchester on May 14th… Continue reading Baroness Campbell: ‘If we do not champion Diversity in Britain, then we cannot call ourselves inclusive’
Shabang! ….Live Love Laugh Learn
Shabang! is all about raising awareness, promoting inclusion and acceptance, and celebrating difference. To this end we build networks of families with children with additional needs, bringing them together under the supportive umbrella of our arts based projects – life enhancing and confidence building; and hopefully giving everyone a great time. As winners of the… Continue reading Shabang! ….Live Love Laugh Learn
You Made a Difference in My Life
It was such an honour to be recognised as an entrepreneur of excellence and represent the LGBT community at the National Diversity Awards. Sitting in the same room as so many amazing individuals and organisations who work tirelessly to support their communities, at the NDA Awards Dinner, was humbling. It is often easy to forget… Continue reading You Made a Difference in My Life
Educate OUT Prejudice
We care about diversity and, I assume, equality. That’s why we are on this site is it not? With an election looming we need to be on our toes. We need to be ready to challenge the lies and stereotypes that will unfortunately start to flow as the parties sink to the lowest common denominator.… Continue reading Educate OUT Prejudice
Supporting boys and young men: Is this the shift in mindset we’ve been waiting for?
This month we won the Community Organisation Award for Gender at the National Diversity Awards. I was genuinely surprised when they announced our name. At that moment I was sitting back in my chair getting ready to applaud the winner, when I realised they were playing our video on screen and saying our name. Chief Executive… Continue reading Supporting boys and young men: Is this the shift in mindset we’ve been waiting for?
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Senior Assistant Director for London Kasia Allan is Senior Assistant Director for London for the UK’s premier business lobbying organisation, the CBI. She is the lead representative for the CBI’s business-to-business gender diversity initiatives. Kasia is responsible for leading the CBI to act as a facilitator in the gender diversity debate, to connect policy recommendations… Continue reading Untitled
Conquering Intolerance Through Peace
There is a breeze blowing in parts of the world today. In some areas it is gentle, a serene zephyr drifting in the peaceful azure skyline. In other places it blows fiercely, knocking people off their feet, causing houses to be demolished and lives ruined. In such areas of our planet this breeze has become… Continue reading Conquering Intolerance Through Peace