Could money raised by GPE improve educational equality in Africa?
This yearβs efforts to raise money at the GES for educational services across the world were impressive. Could new funding improve equality for Africaβs educational facilities? The 2021 Global Education Summit, co-hosted by the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta in London on 28th β 29th...
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Hundreds gather in Brixton to call for Windrush reparations
The UKβs handling of immigration is riddled with scandals, but few are as shocking as the experiences and treatment of the Windrush generation. Last weekend, hundreds of people assembled to block off Brixton Road in London β holding signs, playing music, and giving speeches to call for further action addressing...
What does βDefund the Policeβ mean?
Defund the Police, one year later. This is a short guide to the demand that continues to shake America. Last summer at the height of the BLM movement, the phrase βDefund the Policeβ became a rallying cry of protesters against police brutality. One year later, and the demand has not died...
NYCβs B-HEARD mental health scheme show signs of success
A pilot scheme in New York City - which sent non-police teams to deal with mental health calls - has already shown positive results. Data has shown that teams involved in the new B-HEARD scheme in New York City were more successful in getting individuals adequate medical assistance than regular...
Black e-scooter riders disproportionately targeted by London police
While Britain continues to hash out regulations to standardise the use of e-scooters, alarming data shows that Black riders are most likely to be stopped and penalised by police in the capital. 2020 is largely regarded as the year the world stood still. However, emerging from numerous lockdowns, e-scooters have...
OnlyFansβ explicit content ban provokes backlash
The digital platform has announced itβll soon begin blocking creators from posting pornographic photos and videos. Many argue this is regressive in the fight to end stigma around sex work. UPDATE: OnlyFans has since said it will be reversing its decision to block pornographic content from its platform, mainly...
Talibanβs pledge to respect womenβs rights met with cynicism
The fundamentalist group has announced a generic policy for womenβs inclusion in society βwithin the limits of Islam.β Given Afghanistanβs history of female oppression, many remain cautiously optimistic.Β Β During the last month, the world has watched in horror as the Taliban, taking advantage of Americaβs withdrawal from the region, has seized power in Afghanistan. Now, many fear the country will revert to its repressive past, one entirely absent of basic...
Stormzy expands Cambridge scholarships for Black students
The rapper has secured a three year partnership with HSBC to boost the existing funding provided by his charity, #Merky Foundation. The Stormzy Scholarship began in 2018 and has offered financial support for two UK-based Black students a year. To date, six students have received funding through the program. Stormzy has previously self-funded their education, aiming to address the cultural and racial inequality of students completing courses at one of the...
21 ways you can ditch plastic in 2021
Itβs no-plastic July! Here at Thred, weβve been making a conscious effort to cut down on our plastic consumption and recycle responsibly when it is unavoidable. Hereβs some tips on how you can cut your plastic use down too. As you might already know, itβs our mission to spread the word about positive social change, so this month we want to share 21 of the easiest ways to get closer...
Contraceptive pills now available over the counter in UK
For the first time in 50 years, access to the βminipillβ no longer requires a prescription, reflecting a big change in attitudes towards womenβs health. Those who need it can now acquire the oral contraceptive pill over the counter for just under Β£10, requiring only a consultation with a pharmacist beforehand. The new legislation makes it easier to get a repeat prescription without seeing a GP for a follow up appointment...
