Is Urban Planning Racist?: The Hidden Reality of Institutional Racism
Institutional racism can be found in all areas of life, even in the development of our cities. Kimia explores racism in urban planning.
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Arri Smith
- Dec 13, 2021
- 5 min
Blackfishing and Cultural Appropriation: Who Controls Black Women's Socio-Cultural Narrative?
What is blackfishing, and why is it harmful? Arri takes a closer look at cultural colonialism and the real origins of "new" beauty trends.
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Abbie Harby
- Nov 22, 2021
- 6 min
Racism in Yorkshire County Cricket Club
Racism in sport is an ever increasing issue in today's society. This article delves into the recent troubles in the world of cricket.
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Arri Smith
- Nov 5, 2021
- 5 min
What is Cultural Appropriation?: Exposure vs Exploitation
Celebrities with box braids; people wearing headdresses during political demonstrations; where do we draw the line with appropriation?
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Priya Rakkar
- Sep 13, 2021
- 8 min
Racism Following the Football Finals: What Happened?
A surge of racial abuse followed the Euro 2020 football finals: how did the public and players respond?
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Priya Rakkar
- Aug 9, 2021
- 6 min
Institutional Racism in UK Universities: A Guide
Priya looks at the impact of institutional racism on students of colour, and what UK universities must do to tackle discrimination.
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Brittany Hernández
- Jul 13, 2021
- 5 min
Racism in Football
Brittany takes a look at the extent of racism within football - both on and off the pitch - and what needs to be done to stop racial abuse.
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Abbie Harby
- Jun 21, 2021
- 6 min
The Cambodian Genocide, Explained
Abbie takes a look at what happened in Cambodia during the 1970s, and the lasting impact of the Khmer Rouge regime.
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Zac Francis
- Jun 2, 2021
- 4 min
Genocide: Definition, Causes & Prevention
In light of current events, Zac takes a look at what genocide is, how it occurs and what more needs to be done in order to prevent it.
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Choon Young Tan
- Apr 1, 2021
- 6 min
Sinophobia and Anti-Asian Hate: A Guide
Amid the unsettling rise of anti-Chinese, Asian and East-Asian hate crimes since the start of Covid-19, Choon explains the term Sinophobia.
1,501 views
Giulia Paganucci
- Mar 29, 2021
- 5 min
Holocaust Memorial Day
Many marginalised populations suffered during the Holocaust; this guide will focus on the history and importance of remembering it.
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Zenab Khan
- Mar 22, 2021
- 6 min
The War on Terror & Islamophobia in Britain
How has the representation of Islam in the media following terrorist attacks impacted British muslims? Zenab takes a comprehensive look.
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Sara Ipakchi
- Mar 12, 2021
- 5 min
Guide: UK Stop & Search Rights
What is Stop and Search, and why is it used? Sara runs through the protocol, its impact on British people of colour and knowing our rights.
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Zac Francis
- Feb 17, 2021
- 4 min
Antisemitism and Conspiracy Theories
Why are there so many conspiracies surrounding the Jewish people, and where have they come from? Zac tackles this antisemitic propaganda.
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Andra Radulescu
- Feb 10, 2021
- 8 min
Antisemitism in the Labour Party: A Failure of British Politics and Media
Where did accusations of antisemitism within Labour come from? Andra examines the extent of this issue within British politics and media.
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Flora Fitzpatrick
- Feb 4, 2021
- 6 min
Guide: Police Brutality in the UK
Many discussions around institutional racism and police brutality focus on the US. But Flora explains why the UK is definitely not innocent.
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Sara Ipakchi
- Jan 29, 2021
- 6 min
Racism and Representation in Children’s Books
What is the history of racial representation in children's books, and why is it so crucial to achieving racial equality? Sara explores.
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Giulia Paganucci
- Jan 25, 2021
- 5 min
Guide: What is Systemic Racism?
You may have heard the term systemic racism come up in quite a few conversations last year. Giulia explains exactly what it means.
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Abbie Jones
- Dec 21, 2020
- 5 min
A Look at the Sainsbury's Christmas Advert and its Racist Responses
The Sainsbury's 2020 Christmas advert featuring a Black British family has spurred outrage - but why? Abbie takes a closer look.
501 views
Nadia Fernandes
- Nov 27, 2020
- 3 min
Black Lives Matter, Explained
Want more information on Black Lives Matter? Check out Nadia's cheat sheet which breaks it down from formation to media presence.
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