A unique experiment during the Covid crisis challenged the uncaring view of people in a situation of homelessness as scroungers and showed what can be done when people come together in a situation of trust, where their individual stories are respected. Wealthy countries have the means to solve social problems but are reluctant to fund projects that work.
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The tiger in high heels: gender wars and political image-making
Following the therapeutic benefits from making the film, Monika Donner discovers that the outside world is riddled with double standards, even within minority groups. Her constant search for acceptance in political groups is moderated and she achieves a clearer vision of the world and its shortcomings: “Better be hated for […]
Colombian immigrant now a bastion for ethnic minorities
Karina Cruz left behind all she knew in Colombia when she arrived in London as an eleven-year-old in the nineties. She was shy, scared to speak English, and bullied at school. Now, she is a community leader and a respected voice in Lambeth Council. But it didn’t come easy and […]
Colombia’s new ban on child marriage welcomed
Colombia has become the latest country to prohibit child marriage without exceptions, after the Senate passed the legislation on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. This new law represents a crucial step in protecting the rights of girls and adolescents by prohibiting child marriage and de facto marital unions without exceptions for […]
Wiwa indigenous people visit the UK
Members of this indigenous population will speak at the Parliament on 26 November. The event will also see the launch of ABColombia‘s new report on “Colombia: Violence and LGBTQI+ women and LGBTQI+ people, its causes and consequences”. Louise Winstanley* Both the indigenous people’s visit and the event are […]
















