The flag of St George is increasingly being used as a tool of intimidation rather than celebration, signalling division and exclusion rather than unity. But who does the flag belong to? This St George’s Day, we’re reclaiming the flag as a symbol of belonging, shared identity and common humanity, A flag that belongs to all of us, regardless of race, religion, colour or creed.
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Ramadan Reflections 2026
Ramadan Reflections: A Daily Pause
Throughout Ramadan, I’ll be sharing short daily videos, a few minutes of reflection on faith, discipline, gratitude and integrity.
Ramadan is not simply about fasting from food. It is about recalibrating the heart, sharpening the conscience and showing up in the world with greater purpose.
Whether you observe the month or are simply curious, I invite you to come pause with me.
Hate Too Close to Home
Flags underfoot, refugees vilified, nurses targeted. Racism and bigotry corrodes all of us. Call it out, loudly and clearly.
Belonging in Modern Britain
Earlier today, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Margins to Centre Conference 2025 at the University of York. The conference seeks to amplify the voices of marginalised communities and this year the conference explored the theme of Belonging. Here’s the text of my keynote: =.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=.=. In The Tale of Despereaux, Kate DiCamillo writesContinue reading “Belonging in Modern Britain”
Soulful Spaces 