The Other: The Last Bastion Within the Diversity Discourse
“Why does Disability have such a low profile? Why is Disability still attached to able vs disable, capable vs incapable?” Christopher Catt
A note on job loss when you’re on the spectrum
When you are someone on the autism spectrum, you have to expect a certain level of discrimination both in workplaces and in general social settings in life.
Christmas cheer, capitalist fears, and financial tears
Oh what fun it is to ride on a one.. sided income during the biggest holiday of the year…
Higher education or hierarchy education?
More and more in this day and age, we see so many individuals in the UK and all around the world being encouraged to go to University, only to realise that their Bachelor’s degrees are no real different to a modern day GCSE qualification without the extra curricular experience.
If Humanity is Doomed, Can We Turn the Tide for Hope?
”There are two flames that burn in the human heart, the flame of anger against injustice and the flame of hope that we can build a better world.”
Food Bank Fairs in the Post Pandemic World for Northern and Southern England
According to The Big Issue, The UK’s food poverty rate is among the highest in Europe. Despite being the sixth richest country in the world, millions are struggling to access the food they need.
September 2021 Editorial
Welcome to this, our 3rd issue and welcome to any new subscribers. Firstly, a special congratulations goes out to Nina Chesworth, who wrote the piece in June’s issue on the little-known condition of Charles Bonnett Syndrome – she has now completed her sponsored walk in all the Mancunian pride and glory it deserves – great work, Nina!
Paying a Visit Off-Grid
Off-grid living is becoming more popular, with an estimated 75,000 people in the UK doing so. Whether it’s people growing disdained with the monotony of our capitalist society, van-dwelling digital nomads, or simply people wanting to save money in trying times.
Living Life with Charles Bonnet Syndrome, Sponsored Walk Follow-up
I was about to complete 100 miles of walking over 10 days. The flat, sore feet and tight thighs did not matter in this moment as I was about to break a personal record and finish a task I had set myself.
Why Busk
Busking or street performance, has its long history with the intrepid or those on the scanty side of life, yet these days, it can simply be someone just wanting to get their talents recognised while making a few bob doing it. Especially with the music industry being so tough to get one’s foot-in-the-door’ many are taking to the streets as venues have been hit by the pandemic and are shutting down.