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10 Ways to Navigate Work When Your Workplace Ignores Global Crises

We understand how hard it is to carry on with 'business as usual' amidst global devastation. The violence in Palestine, Lebanon, Sudan, and Congo, along with climate crisis disasters, are all linked to systemic injustices—from colonialism to environmental exploitation. Here are ten ways to manage these emotions and advocate for change.

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Addressing the Abuse of Power in Fashion Retail

The fashion industry has long been plagued by systemic issues, including the abuse of power by male leaders. Despite increased awareness, true progress remains limited. In this post, I discuss my recent insights shared with Vogue Business on why the fashion industry needs a radical reset.

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6 WAYS EMPLOYERS CAN SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE

In today’s fast-paced work environment, mental health is often an overlooked priority. But with poor mental health leading to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher turnover, it’s clear that businesses must do more than offer surface-level solutions. Our latest post dives into six ways employers can create a more inclusive, proactive approach to supporting their team's mental well-being.

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What role does the creative industries play in advancing societal change and challenging systemic inequality?

After speaking on a panel about the role of creative industries in promoting societal change, I’ve had more thoughts. The challenges we face—racial tensions, budget cuts to the arts, cost-of-living crises, global atrocities, and even the devastating impact of fast fashion—are not isolated. They're interconnected.

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YOU’VE GOT TO WATCH ‘GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS’

Shuchi Talati's award-winnning coming-of-age feature 'Girls We Be Girls' is a nuanced look at the complexities of navigating young romance, attraction and the pressure to live up to expectations. With beautiful performances by Preeti Panigrahi, Kani Kusruti and Kesav Binoy Kiran, this is a must-watch.

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Why 'The Queen Of My Dreams' Should Be on Your Watchlist

Fawzia Mirza's visually stunning, genre-hopping, time-traveling debut feature stands out. This semi-autobiographical film, set across Karachi and Toronto, brings together themes of grief, love, loss, religion, sexuality, and the complex dynamics of a mother-daughter relationship. Yet, despite its weighty subject matter, it carries a warmth and lightness that will surprise you.

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9 signs of a toxic work environment

A toxic workplace isn’t just an environment which can affect your career. It can have a significant negative impact on your mental health too. And often, this can even manifest as physical symptoms. Here are nine red flags that are signs of a toxic workplace to watch out for.

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