Author: Nina Cottam-Highway

Love knows no boundaries. It transcends race, gender, nationality, and culture, uniting people in ways that foster deep understanding and compassion.

February 14th is right around the corner, and with the past couple Valentine’s Days being spent in lockdown, it’s no surprise that everyone’s getting ready to celebrate once again.

Valentine’s Day. For some, the celebration of love conjures feelings of anticipation and eagerness to spend time with that certain someone. Showing their appreciation in a myriad of ways; from hearts and flowers to fancy dinners.

As the festive decorations are packed away and the joy of the holidays fades, many people experience a wave of low energy and motivation often referred to as the “January blues.”

If you’re looking for the best moisturisers for black skin, then you’re in the right place. Skincare – like much of self-care – has to be suited to our individual needs.

Among his many titles, Andrew Watson was the first black man to play football internationally, the first black man to captain for Scotland, the first black man to win a major Cup competition, the first black man to be appointed as a football administrative, but above all Andrew Watson helped form football as we know it today.

Launched in 2020, Mawa Theatre Company is the first all-Black, all-female theatre company in the UK that focusses on presenting Shakespeare’s work through the eyes of Black British women.

The Windrush scandal shook the foundations of Britain. The legacy of trauma and discrimination it has left behind still needs to be addressed and combatted.

In the autumn of 1853, a major military conflict broke out in Europe and spread across the globe, claiming over 600,000 lives along the way.

Meet Phyllis Opoku-Gyimah, better known as Lady Phyll. Born in Islington, London in 1974, the British political activist’s story is one of determination and unity. Her work throughout the years has brought light to the prejudice against LGBTQ+ individuals of ethnic minorities, and she has worked tirelessly to liberate them.

The problem with women in sport isn’t just the fact that they are underrepresented and undervalued. But that despite being as good, if not better than their male counterparts the majority of sports women were rarely given the same opportunities.

One night, I was scrolling through a university website, looking through postgraduate courses that I’m interested in taking in the future. I paused when my attention was caught by the ‘tuition fee’ section, gawking at it as it led me to ponder whether universities should continue to be funded?

South Asian Heritage Month celebrates 5 years of sharing heartfelt interpersonal stories of history and heritage, education, arts, and culture. This year’s theme ‘Free To Be Me’…

Anita Rani is one of the most recognised British South Asian faces in the UK, she has graced our screens for almost 20 years and does much to support integration and inclusion

South Asian cuisine is rich in its flavours and forms. Unfortunately, in the UK, South Asians are six times more likely to develop diabetes.

We are seeing in real time the effects climate change is having on different communities. The UN reports that more than 80% of displaced individuals of climate change will be women.

Is climate change and inclusion going to be the deciding factor for your vote at the general election? If so with just days to go…

Its summer 2024 (yes really..even if we’re yet to see the sun) and the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies are gearing up  ready to go out and celebrate their identities at their closest pride parade.

The UK’s Parliament has been labelled ‘The world’s gayest parliament’ since 2015. As of January 2022 there are 59 LGBQ members of parliament, and although ‘T’ is yet to be represented it’s clear that the UK’S parliament is making strides towards equality.

Dr Alexandra Bulat became the very first person of Romanian background to be elected as an English County Councillor, with a majority of 205 in May 2021.

The symbiotic relationship between financial and mental health is ever-present, with one’s decline often having an effect on the other. If you’re feeling the weight of your money troubles on your mental well-being, you’re not alone.

The UK has thousands of influential black business owners, and here we have highlighted ten of the best. All of their journeys’ and experiences helped them to create successful business

Forget negotiations for a higher salary and bigger bonuses! What everyone needs to concern themselves with is, the inclusivity of their prospective employer

The start of a new year feels like a fresh start, full of hope and opportunity. For some people, New Year’s resolutions can be a great vehicle for improving themselves

With the end of the year 2021 quickly approaching, we’re all tempted to throw a party and finish the year off with style.

here are 8 stellar sustainable skincare brands you might want to know about if you’re looking to curate a more sustainable skincare routine

The BBVP (Black British Voices Project), commenced in 2020. It’s the largest ever survey to be conducted with over 10,000 Black Britons from across the UK contributing. This research was a collaborative effort between the University of Cambridge’s Department of Sociology, The Voice Online, and I-Cubed.

The body positivity movement has helped countless women become more comfortable with their bodies, but where is the movement now headed?