Jennifer Hakim

POLITICS

Over 30,000 Palestinian People Were Killed by Israeli Forces Since Last October, and We Can’t Overlook the UK’s Complicity

Every child in Gaza is forced to starve by the Israeli regime, and the UK should be ashamed of itself for looking the other way

LIFE

How to Maintain Mental Health in Times of Crisis - and in the Era of Information Overload

Being hyper aware of everything happening everywhere all at once thanks to social media, is both a blessing and a curse.

ARTS

The Colour of Madness: Exploring People of Colour’s Experience of Mental Health in the UK

Our interview with Rianna Walcott, co-author of ‘The Colour of Madness: Exploring BAME Mental Health in the UK’.

LIFE

In Defence Of Letting Some Friendships Go and Putting Yourself First

Sometimes, the best way to love someone is to let them go. And sometimes, the best way to love yourself is a clean and final friendship breakup.

CULTURE

With Short Film Revelations, David Allain Shines a Light on the Grief Journey and Raises Much-Needed Awareness for Mental Health Charities

We spoke to David Allain on the release of Revelations about raising awareness around mental health, making art from grief, and the power of letting go.

ENVIRONMENT

5 British Ethical and Eco-Friendly Retailers and Brands Where Everyday Is Earth Day

Here are retailers who give back, help reduce waste, and combat fast consumerism.

LIFE

On Days Like Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, What Are We Supposed to Do with Ourselves If We’ve Lost a Parent?

I want to go back to celebrating my father on Father’s Day, so I talked to the folks who found ways to keep this day special even after losing a loved one.

CULTURE

Women’s History Month: 5 Iconic, Badass, Female TV Characters Who Deserved Better

Kendra! Cristina! Sophia! To all the TV ladies who were way too underrated.

SELF

My Imposter Syndrome Is Ruining My Mental Health, And I Wonder If I Will Ever Feel Good Enough

Now in my thirties, I have finally realised that the only person I should try to impress is me.

LIFE

The Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Activist Lover

Because your sweetheart may enjoy this a lot more than a box of chocolates.

CULTURE

Short Film LOVE Challenges Common Misconceptions on Autism and Love, Taking Us on a Rollercoaster Ride of Deeply-Felt and Amplified Emotions

LOVE is an unrequited love story told through the eyes of Oscar, an autistic man, and will be premiering at the BFI London’s Busting the Bias next month.

LIFE

As a Daughter of Immigrants, I Wish My Parents Had Sat Me Down for a Talk About Racism

With a lot of generational baggage and a complex heritage, I laughed at all the micro-aggressions thrown my way, and I wish I'd understood why earlier.

CULTURE

“Young, British and Black”: Celebrating Joy and Showcasing the Diversity of Black British Youth All Through Black History Month

With its new podcast, Naked Politics gives a snapshot of the variety and diversity of young Black people’s experiences in the UK

ENVIRONMENT

Aja Barber on Colonialism, Climate Change and Consumerism - and How We Can Break Away from Fast Fashion

We talked to the author of “Consumed. The Need For Collective Change: On Colonialism, Climate Change & Consumerism”.

ARTS

Battle Scars & Blossoms: A Journey Through the Mind With Micah Dawanyi

Mental health is a universal theme, yet not often incorporated into the stories of characters of colour in fiction - but Micah Dawanyi’s second book may help break the stigma.

ARTS

Heartbeats: Sleep Deez on Blurring the Lines in Music, Finding Success and Inspiration in Lockdown, and Shaking Up the Industry

We’re kicking off Heartbeats, our new music section, with an interview of Sleep Deez, Grammy nominated producer for BTS, Black Eyed Peas, Rihanna and Usher, and many more.