Being Seen: a view of the Philippines’ World Cup campaign

When I read about the Philippines qualifying for the FIFA Women’s World Cup earlier this year I was, of course, excited. I love football, I love the Philippines (the place where I was born and where my mother was from),… Continue Reading →

Snow White

Twice in my life, I have been (knowingly) referred to as Snow White. The first time was the moment I was born, and the doctor said it as he handed me over to my mother at the Makati Medical Centre… Continue Reading →

Why we are failing in inclusive behaviours

I’m feeling very fortunate to have the opportunity to workshop with all sorts of different organisations on the topic of inclusive behaviours. On the surface, one might think it’s simple. Teach people what the behaviours are, write the list, tell… Continue Reading →

Feeling a bit great, just as I am

I grew up like many people, believing being thin or slim was better. And grew up believing that if I wasn’t either of those things I was ugly or unhealthy. This is unhealthy conditioning but it’s taken me till my… Continue Reading →

Offended? Where do we draw the line?

Those who know me well, know that I am a huge fan of Cobra Kai. Back in the 80s, as a young girl I had the biggest crush on Ralph Macchio. He was responsible for the first of many boy-crush… Continue Reading →

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‘I’m not racist’ – so what’s the problem?

Two things brewed in my mind this week. The Yorkshire Cricket Club race debacle, and an interview with John Barnes on the Jonathan Ross show speaking about his new book ‘The Uncomfortable Truth About Racism’. The title of this piece… Continue Reading →

My #IamRemarkable experience

Before I left Hong Kong and a month before I finished my last role at WPP, I had penned in my first chance to facilitate an amazing little workshop I had experienced months before. #IamRemarkable is a google initiative which… Continue Reading →

East Asian + Another, in sport

Let me start by saying that in the UK when you need to fill in important forms, like registering for a GP you need to put your ethnicity in- you need to tick a box. Ever since I can remember… Continue Reading →

Diversity & Inclusion with Emily Foster – January 2021

Click on the link to listen to my interview with the founder of Blue Pea Pod and presenter of the Blue Pea Pod Leader Podcast: Ruth Sanderson. I talk about the importance of a shared mission and values, quick wins… Continue Reading →

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