Racism

How communities of colour fought back
Election 2024

How communities of colour fought back

Micha Frazer-Carroll examines the challenges that the UK’s minoritised communities have faced over the last five years, and reports on the ways that they have come together to organise, support and uplift one another.

Written by: Micha Frazer-Carroll

How Black women transformed British photography
Photography

How Black women transformed British photography

Joy Gregory’s new photo book takes a comprehensive look at the work of a generation of artists whose recognition is long overdue.

Written by: Miss Rosen

The Black surfers paddling out for the love of the ocean
Outsiders Project

The Black surfers paddling out for the love of the ocean

A Great Day in the Stoke at Huntington Beach is a celebration of Black surfing and a call to make surfing inclusive for all.

Written by: Jon Coen

Inside the UK's anti-migrant protests
Activism

Inside the UK's anti-migrant protests

Demonstrations in Rotherham, Erskine, Warwickshire and St. Helens last weekend show an alarming rise in the frequency of anti-migrant protests as well as the numbers attending them. But tensions have been brewing for a long time as inflammatory rhetoric has ramped up across mainstream news and politics.

Written by: Tom Bennett

Black and brown people fleeing Ukraine are facing attack
Activism

Black and brown people fleeing Ukraine are facing attack

Search for Sanctuary — While many people escaping war have been welcomed by Ukraine’s neighbouring countries, the threat of coordinated attacks from white supremacists have left some fearing for their safety.

Written by: Taiwo Balogun

Young UK Muslims on growing up in the shadow of 9/11
Activism

Young UK Muslims on growing up in the shadow of 9/11

20 years on — To mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Gen Z Muslims reflect on how the tragedy spurred on Islamophobia in Britain, and the impact it’s had on their lives.

Written by: Mishti Ali

Grassroots football teams take a stand against racism
Activism

Grassroots football teams take a stand against racism

‘Racist fans are not fans‘ — In response to the abuse faced by Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka, teams from across London gathered in solidarity with the England players.

Written by: Huck

The British school kids who took on the Nazis in the ‘70s
Activism

The British school kids who took on the Nazis in the ‘70s

Fighting fascism — During the 1970s, an organisation made up of thousands of young people came together to combat racism in schools and beyond. While relatively forgotten, there are vital lessons to be learned from their organising.

Written by: Nic Murray

Meghan Markle has exposed Britain’s racist, rotten core
Opinion

Meghan Markle has exposed Britain’s racist, rotten core

Uncomfortable truths — In the wake of the Oprah interview, defending Meghan – a figure with undeniable privilege – has felt uncomfortable for many. It is, however, possible and necessary to fight against these institutions while also condemning the racism those within it have faced, writes Chanté Joseph.

Written by: Chanté Joseph

Can psychedelics break down racial barriers?
Activism

Can psychedelics break down racial barriers?

New perspectives — Our era has been described as a ‘Psychedelic Renaissance’, with growing interest in the potential mental health benefits of hallucinogenics. But could these mind-altering experiences help people of colour navigate racism?

Written by: Adam Quarshie

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