Activism
Peckham Pride: Resistance and celebration by London's migrants and queers
Pride is a protest — In the United Kingdom, Pride used to be a protest for the LGBT community, but corporate sponsorship now reigns supreme. The battle is far from over for LGBT rights though. This Saturday, activists organised Peckham Pride, a politically charged pro-migrant, pro-LGBT march and celebration. One of the organisers, Charlie Smoke, explains why.
Written by: Charlie Smoke
Sisters Uncut demand action on violence this Valentine's Day
'You're breaking our hearts' — Feminist direct action group Sisters Uncut demand the Mayor of Hackney fulfil his promises of safe, secure housing for survivors of domestic violence.
Written by: Marta Bausells
What it's like to be young and HIV+ in Britain
Tackling the stigma — This week five inspiring young HIV+ Brits are setting off around the UK to share their stories and break down the stigma attached to the virus. Huck caught up with them before they hit the road.
Written by: Marta Bausells
Stop applauding a rapist for admitting he raped someone
You’re applauding a rapist — A worrying precedent is set in the viral TED Talk and upcoming book starring a survivor of rape and the man who abused her; if a rapist shows up at your door it's their right to be forgiven. Now he's being given a platform at an International Women's Day event in London. Liv Wynter explains her issue with the idea of a 'Good' and 'Bad' survivor.
Written by: Liv Wynter
Why we're building a movement to oppose Trump in Britain
Owen Jones explains — As the British government steamrolls ahead with plans to welcome Bigot-in-Chief Trump to Britain with open arms on a state visit, a grass-roots movement to oppose his administration in the UK is growing. Owen Jones explains why.
Written by: Owen Jones
The young Palestinian New Yorker leading the fight against Trump
'We vote next' — High school student Hebh Jamal, a Palestinian-American from the Bronx, organised a New York City-wide school walk-out to protest Trump's administration, and she's leading the way for the next generation to fight for their rights.
Written by: Marta Bausells
In defence of throwing eggs at racist politicians
From Where I Stand — Throwing eggs at Nigel Farage might not be the pinnacle of political activism, but inaction and excuses are a whole lot more dangerous.
Written by: Carl Anka
When falling in love can put your life in danger
Photography that matters — By documenting LGBTI discrimination, Robin Hammond found himself turning from photographer to activist. Now, through a worldwide campaign, he’s using visual storytelling to expose oppression.
Written by: Robin Hammond
Divided by the #MuslimBan: For my family this is nothing new
From Where I Stand — Mostafa Rajaai's family are being kept apart by the Muslim travel ban, but he argues the rest of us have for so long sat and watched Islamophobia and prejudice rage on in silence.
Written by: Mostafa Rajaai
Old, Cold and Angry: The retirees resisting Trump
Well, aged 50+ — The older demographic might have voted for Brexit, and more than half ticked the box for Trump, but there are still plenty of over-50's fighting fascism.
Written by: Bekky Lonsdale