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Journal
We like to think a lot and share our thoughts to inspire, educate and start vital conversations. Here are some of our reflections, including our behind the scenes!
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(Inspiration: diversity, anti-racism, empowering women, identity, mental health, climate, poverty, leadership)
STORIES: Shamelessly Celebrating Bengali Diversity
Various identities of the Bengali community in the UK will be explored and celebrated through a wonderful collection of blogs and podcasts. We will facilitate an open exchange of ideas and give voice to views, some of which may otherwise not be heard.
PODCAST: Bangladesh Independence & the Importance of Identity in Diaspora
Hear Co-Founder and CEO of Diversity and Ability, Atif Choudhury, chat to our Co-Founder Poppy Jaman OBE about the history of Bangladesh, family memories, what it's like being part of a diaspora community and looking at the strength of inclusion through intersectional lenses.
PODCAST: Belonging | Growing up British Bengali
Poppy Jaman OBE shares her experience from an arranged marriage at 17, her first child and experience of post-natal depression by 20, and how work was actually a saviour for her mental health, and how these experiences have shaped her overall career and thinking.
PODCAST: Mental Health, Identity & Confidence.
Hear Business and Career Coach, Sunita Harley, chat to Poppy Jaman OBE who is a global ambassador for mental health in the workplace and the CEO of City Mental Health Alliance. They discuss everyday wellbeing strategies, their own stress indicators, identity as a British South Asian woman, confidence and belonging and the love of wearing something that makes you feel good.