Why are Black women in the UK four times more likely to die in pregnancy or childbirth?
Prof Maggie Rae, president of the Faculty of Public Health, attributes the coronavirus pandemic for only highlighting the inequalities in the healthcare system that are already apparent for many Written …
‘I don’t want my sisters to be suffering in silence’: Government advisor calls on ethnic minority women to provide evidence for gender-based violence strategy
In an appeal to women, Nimco Ali said: “We can’t do this without your voices. Legislations and strategies can only be informed and effective if we all take part in …
Green sector launches work scheme to recruit more ethnic minorities
Written by Leah Mahon Published on 11th February 2021 LEADING ENVIRONMENTAL organisations are joining an employment initiative to ensure diversity within the green movement. Groups such as Friends of the …
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Nigeria: We Need to Encourage Girls to Embrace STEM Subjects
Written by Wanjira Kamwere Published on 16th February 2021 It is evident by the significant investments into skills development and educational programmes that Microsoft believes in upskilling our youth to …
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Stacey Abrams, Black Lives Matter are Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
Written by Lauren Victoria Burke Published on 11th February 2021 Both Stacey Abrams and the Black Lives Matter movement have been nominated to win the Nobel Peace Prize. The nominations …
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Hundreds pay respects to actor Cicely Tyson at her viewing
Published on 15th February 2021 People traveled across the country and stood in a block-long line to pay respects to Cicely Tyson at a public viewing Monday. Hundreds of admirers …
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Michael Jordan gives $10M for North Carolina health clinics
Published on 15th February 2021 WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Basketball legend Michael Jordan is donating $10 million to launch two medical clinics in underserved communities near his hometown in North …
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Nigeria: Reopening of Schools After Covid-19 Closures – 11m Girls May Not Return in Nigeria
Written by Adesina Wahab Published on 14th February 2021 Over 11 million girls in low and middle income nations such as Nigeria may not return after the reopening of schools …
Kidnapping for ransom is Nigeria’s latest security problem
Written by Olakunle Agboola Published on 12th February 2021 The kidnapping business in Nigeria has continued to expand beyond its shores, as it has become a national concern. For decades …
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