Category: WORDSMITHS
Palestine: Lives Between Maps
From Gaza’s rooftops to courtrooms, Palestinian literature turns memory into resistance and maps a path from survival to justice.
England, Gaza and ‘G’ By Zaffar Kunial
Zaffar Kunial’s poem G is a devastating meditation on language, identity, colonisation - and the echoes between England and Gaza.
Aldous Huxley’s Brave New Warnings
Aldous Huxleys Brave New World warns how comfort, tech and inequality seduce us from truth, freedom and meaning in the 21st century.
Stephen Murray – Notes from ICU part 1
Poet Stephen Murray’s raw, darkly comic hospital odyssey: infection, near-death chills, and the kindness of angels in scrubs.
The Timeless Relevance of James Baldwin
James Baldwin: civil rights truth-teller and literary giant, whose fearless words still guide struggles for justice and empathy.
John Sweeney: A Maverick Journalist
John Sweeney and his fearless journalism: exposing authoritarian regimes through documentaries and books, from Scientology to the Ukraine war.
Robert Fisk: The Courageous Chronicler
Celebrate Robert Fisk and his fearless journalism - war reporting, Middle East insights and enduring legacy of truth and compassion.
British Government and Politics: Magna Carta to Brexit
Explore 1,000 years of British government, from Magna Carta to Brexit, welfare state, Thatcher and UK politics today.
Africa: it’s a Continent Not a Country
Africa is not a country: explore a diverse continent of culture, innovation and fast-growing economies, beyond stereotypes.
Michael Rosen: Inspiring Educational Advocate
Explore Michael Rosen and his inspiring life, his literature for children and advocacy in education, from Bear Hunt to the deeply moving Sad Book.
Emma Dabiri: Unique Literary Trailblazer
Explore Emma Dabiri and her journey as Irish-Nigerian author and broadcaster, championing Black identity, natural hair and inclusive media.
Naomi Klein: Activist and Journalist
Naomi Klein: from No Logo to climate justice, the activist-author reshaping public discourse and inspiring systemic change.
Gulwali Passarlay: A Resilient Journey
Gulwali Passarlay and his journey from Afghanistan to refugee rights advocate; author of The Lightless Sky, inspiring empathy and policy change.
John Simpson: A Fearless Reporter
Explore John Simpson and his fearless global reporting, celebrated books and enduring legacy shaping the future of journalism.
John Pilger: Navigating the Depths of Truth
John Pilger: fearless journalism, documentaries and activism. A legacy of truth-telling that challenges power and inspires a new generation.
Dr. Waheed Arian: The Pursuit of Healing
From war-torn roots to global healer: Dr Waheed Arian and his Teleheal mission empowers remote communities and redefines access to care.
Ece Temelkuran: A Courageous Pen
Ece Temelkuran: Turkish journalist, activist and author shaping global narratives on press freedom, democracy and the power of storytelling.
Female Agitators and Activists
Celebrate female pioneers driving equality - from suffrage to intersectional activism - and join the call to advance rights, justice and representation.
Benjamin Zephaniah: Breaking Chains and Shaping Minds
A tribute to Benjamin Zephaniah: poetry that drives social change, from racial justice to environmental activism - and a lasting legacy.
