Jaime Valencia emigrated thinking of progressing, learning English and returning to his country in two years’ time. But his life story led him to stay in the United Kingdom, build a family and pursue a career in science. Today he is part of a team of scientists modelling diseases such as tuberculosis, Alzheimer’s and cancer.
Multiculture
Public Order Act fuels division and silences opinion
Far-right riots are shining a light on the unequal application of anti-protest laws passed by the Conservatives, and pressed on by Labour. After counter protesters came out in defiance, it’s unnerving to know even our more peaceful civil protests are under threat from ominous legislation. Harry Allen In […]
70 artists in 1: The master imitator
A special act from South America is performing at Edinburgh Fringe Festival until late August. “The Imitator”, Julián Fontalvo, a singer with the ability to imitate 70 famous artists all while telling his own life story, has been handpicked as one of the hidden gems of the festival. Zac […]
The deeper reasons for the violent anti-immigrant riots
An act of major violence in the United Kingdom K on 29 July has sparked not only violent protests led by far-right groups, but also anti-immigrant and anti-Muslim sentiment, where, among other things, the diaspora is blamed for the economic uncertainty the country is currently experiencing.
The right to go beyond the official history of Latin America
A native of Chile and an immigrant to the UK, Claudio Ogass Bilbao decided to embark on the fascinating work of digging into the memory of his country and of Latin America. He does so because he understands the importance of telling more than the official story, of ensuring that all Latin American voices are heard. The Prisma series: Immigrants in the UK.
















