In the next Lessons From the West End blog, Cat explores what we can learn from the resilience of the women (both real and fictional) involved in the Operation Mincemeat plot.
To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, Cat reflects on her trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau and considers the lessons we must learn from the atrocities that took place that are becoming increasingly relevant in our modern world.
As the world feels overwhelmed by injustice and violence, Cat reflects on how to hold onto hope in the midst of despair. She explores the importance of lament, healthy boundaries, self-nourishment, and community as ways to protect ourselves and find the strength to keep going.
After hosting the 'Ace & Faith' Event with Ace Space LDN, Cat reflections on the discussions had. The event was a beuatiful display of unity and Ace joy as we started an important conversation but also raised the importance of increased understanding, acceptance and affirmination of Ace folks within religious spaces as, afterall, we are EXACTLY who God made us! 'Ace & Faith' was recorded and further content will be shared from the event in due course.
In this blog, I share some practical tips for anyone preparing to attend their first protest. From knowing your rights and what to pack, to finding community and looking after your wellbeing, these suggestions are based on my own recent experience stepping into protest spaces for the first time. Whether you’re feeling uncertain or just want to be prepared, I hope this guide helps you feel more confident about showing up and speaking out.
In this blog, I reflect on my experience attending No Faith in War Day, a peaceful protest held outside the DSEI Arms Fair in London. It was my first ever protest and took place just two days into my new role as Faith in Action Project Worker with SCM. As someone who had never felt entirely comfortable with the idea of protesting, I share what it was like to step into that space, what I learned, and how it helped me see protest as an expression of faith, community, and justice. If you’ve ever felt unsure about joining a protest, I hope my reflections help you feel more informed and encouraged.
