Senior faith leaders call for the decriminalization of the LGBTQ+ community
.Senior faith leaders from around the world are calling for the decriminalization of the LGBTQ+ community. Religious leaders of all faiths gathered in London for this landmark event funded by the British Government. The declaration is signed by more than 370 senior faith leaders. Including Archbishop Desmond Tutu, eight…
How to regain the art of listening and have more meaningful conversations
Living in an age where we can connect with pretty much anyone at any time. It seems we have lost the art of listening. With phones always by our side and social media incessantly sending notifications. It’s hard not to be distracted at some point when having a conversation…
Vitamin D and why we all need to make sure we get enough all year round
It’s estimated that at least 50% of the global population doesn’t get enough Viatmain D. Which can lead to all sorts of avoidable health complications. Vitamin D’s plays quite an extensive role in keeping our body functioning optimally. It supports essential functions like immunity and cancer prevention and helps…
Bite Size: Stay Connected with Loved Ones Who are Alone this Holiday Season
For many of us this holiday season we will be kept apart from loved ones due to COVID 19. I for one know it will be the first time I am not with my mother who lives 14000 miles away in Sydney. We have not seen one another for…
Why climate change isn’t just an environmental issue but a human rights issue too
“Climate change isn’t just an environmental issue. More than anything, it’s a people issue.” These are the words of Yasmine Luhandjula, a human rights lawyer coordinating Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project Campaigns in Africa. She stands alongside a growing number of voices worldwide, advocating for governments to address climate…
I never thought it would happen to me – being in an emotionally abusive relationship
On the first date, I knew that this guy was not right for me, and yet something inside me ignored the voice, and I dived straight into a full-on relationship. It took two years to recover myself and realise, however little I had, it was worth a whole lot…
Bite Size: How Fenty Beauty is paving the way for inclusivity
Whilst it has not landed in most African countries, Fenty Beauty, is the much-anticipated beauty line released by Rihanna thats taking the beauty world by storm. The line, which took two years to development has amazing results. With a strong complexion-focus, Rihanna and her team set out to create…
What is traumatic stress & are there ways to overcome it?
Traumatic stress reveals itself in different ways. You do not have to experience a traumatic event first hand to suffer from it. A traumatic experience can take us on a roller coaster ride of emotions. It can be enough to witness a traumatic event such as a violent crime,…
