Being proactive
Why is it acceptable for certain groups of people to live fearfully?
I know a number of women who restrict what they do because of fear. This seems to be accepted and expected by men and women. Why?!?
Children
Let’s unite to protect the children of our future. They need us now more than ever!
National Union of Teachers’ Annual Conference I attended the National Conference a few weeks ago and was hugely moved by the speakers and the messages they shared. The fragility of the mental health of our students and staff was one of the issues that came through loud and clear. Below Read more…
Political
Our reaction to ISIS
The harm caused by ISIS The terrorist group ISIS have physically and emotionally hurt hundreds of thousands of people. It’s not just the act of killing people, but the fear caused by it, the insecurity felt as a result, the helplessness and frustration that we are left with. There are Read more…
Culture
Seema views on racism, homophobia, Islamophobia and xenophobia
I attended the National Union of Teachers conference this year was delighted to hear Seema speak up for groups who are being negatively labelled, victimised and unfairly punished! Her message definitely deserved the standing ovation which followed! Below you’ll find a slightly edited version of her speech. It’s SO worth reading! Read more…
Children
Children exploring the idea of the Aatma
Over the last 3 years I have been covering PPA, rather than, being a class teacher. I ended up teaching a lot of R.E. and P.E. and I ended up really enjoying teaching R.E., especially in Middle School. The children are able to articulate their thoughts, ask questions, reflect and Read more…
Personal
Immigrants and asylum seekers are causing so many problems. We need to get them out
Earlier this month I wrote a post about the BNP & EDL. This post focuses more on how various members of the ‘Indian’ community seem to feel. So there have been problems between Hindus & Muslims since the British ruled and left India. I think that some people feels it’s history, Read more…
Personal
The BNP are right! We’ll be fine once the immigrants are sent back!
The title’s a bit controversial isn’t it? I’m going to be as transparent as I can in this post but I want to stress that I have no intention to cause offence or harm. Please keep this is mind as you read on. OK here goes… Recently I attended the National Union Read more…
