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Journal
We like to think a lot and share our thoughts to inspire, educate and start vital conversations. Here are some of our reflections, including our behind the scenes!
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(Inspiration: diversity, anti-racism, empowering women, identity, mental health, climate, poverty, leadership)
STORIES: Shamelessly Celebrating Bengali Diversity
Various identities of the Bengali community in the UK will be explored and celebrated through a wonderful collection of blogs and podcasts. We will facilitate an open exchange of ideas and give voice to views, some of which may otherwise not be heard.
BLOG: I am a mother. I am a leader. I am a feminist. I'm an activist…And I'm a citizen of the world that's got a lot of curiosity about the world
“I'm a 4’11’’ British-Bengali, little tiny brown woman.” Her mission is clear: she wants to be a role model for other women and show them what they can do through what she has done. We talk about not diminishing your achievements, and “being brave, not perfect.”
CEO MESSAGE: #ThisLittleGirlIsMe
BLOG: The Compass for Courage
PODCAST: Managing Mental Health When Working For A Mission.
In this episode, host Morra Aarons-Mele speaks with Poppy Jaman OBE, the CEO of City Mental Health Alliance, a network of thought leaders from London-based organizations committed to improving and raising awareness of mental health in the workplace. They discuss the difference between empathetic and compassionate leadership, the therapeutic joy of being silly, and what it’s like to devote your career to mission-driven work, while caring for your mental health.
BLOG: Fostering Multilingualism for Inclusion in Education and Society.
On the 6th of March 2018, Poppy Jaman received an OBE. Here are her thoughts in the lead up to the day, in conjunction with Mother Language Day.