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The rise of the European ayahuasca retreat
Psychedelic therapy for all — Ayahuasca is widely credited with transcendental psychological healing powers, and its popularity in Europe is growing. But is this really a good thing?
Written by: Laurie Clarke
Black Lives Matter: tips and advice for protesting safely
Know your rights — Whether these are your first protests or you’re a seasoned veteran, it’s never been more important to know your rights. To help you on your journey, we’ve pulled some resources from our book, Resist! How To Be an Activist in the Age of Defiance.
Written by: Huck
Britain is in a food crisis – and it’s only getting worse
Time to act — The coronavirus pandemic has seen a record demand for UK food banks, with millions of people going hungry due to the financial implications of lockdown. In response, activists are stepping up where the government is failing – advocating for a National Food Service to solve the crisis.
Written by: Emma Latham Phillips
Inside Lagos’s underground queer clubbing scene
It’s been six years since homosexuality was effectively criminalised in Nigeria. Despite this, LGBTQ people in the country are still finding ways to meet, hook up and have fun.
Written by: Vincent Desmond
Unlocking the killer myths behind our fear of sharks
The Lockdown Longread — The cultural demonisation of the shark may be rooted in centuries of lore and irrational fear, but the threat it poses to the species is very real indeed.
Written by: Miles Masterson
Anti-prostitution ‘feminism’ has no place in a pandemic
People are in danger — With no protection or support to deal with the coronavirus crisis, sex workers are more vulnerable than ever. It’s time to put aside your personal politics, argues Molly Smith.
Written by: Molly Smith
David Lammy: ‘You can’t buy your way out of Covid-19’
On division and democracy — As the country went into lockdown, we jumped on the phone with the new Shadow Justice Secretary to talk about his book, the coronavirus crisis, and the rising threat of the far-right.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Let’s be real: vegan sausage rolls are not going to save us
The Fightback: Climate — Individual solutions will not solve this mess as long as energy companies still ravage the environment.
Written by: Ben Smoke
In Liverpool, football and activism are on the same team
A city united — From grassroots programmes to top-tier initiatives, football has played a pivotal role in the city’s fightback against Tory rule. Writer Davey Brett explores Liverpool’s unique relationship with the beautiful game.
Written by: Davey Brett
How the fight for the planet became whitewashed
The Fightback: Climate — Shut down and cropped out: 17-year-old activist Athian Akec reflects on the systemic racism of the climate movement.
Written by: Athian Akec
