Mackayla Forde

I did it.

We are excited to announce our free 2021 virtual conference series on domestic abuse. Each event will focus on innovations in DA research, policy and practice, with cross-cutting themes of intersectionality, community and equal access to justice (Thread).

@Teelee_23 Hi Tee, feel free to inbox me here send an email to poetrybyredmedusa@gmail.com x

@ProBLKProWoman Hi Mackayla! I’m currently looking for a Black harpist in the UK for an event & I just saw your post. If you’re open to playing and not too far I’d love to inquire with you.

I am one of a handful Black harpists in the UK. I am currently playing on a 27 string Celtic harp, but I now need a harp with more range. I'd like this one but can't afford it; maybe someone will see this and gift it to me! #RETWEET #BlackHarpist ebay.co.uk/itm/Venus-Mode…

@bencsmoke Try doing that with two children! That's when it gets crazy.

i simply do not understand how it is humanly possible to stay on top of exercising and eating and cleaning and washing and admin and work and keeping in contact with people whilst also having time to 'sleep' and 'rest' how are the rest of you people doing this

There remains a 4x difference in maternal mortality rates amongst women from Black ethnic backgrounds and a 2x difference amongst women from Asian ethnic backgrounds compared to white women, emphasising the need for a continued focus on action to address these disparities.

@roswillz @TracieJolliff @wellcometrust I'll definately be in touch! Thank you 🙏🏾

Thank you so much Amy!!! 🙏🏾❤️

Please help a sista out! gofundme.com/f/black-womens… @gofundme

@loum_angela ❤️

It's rare that we hear of the impact that the legacy of enslavement has on Black women - this is a necessary conversation that needs to be had.

@AyoCaesar you are so dope. JS. 👑

We need this space to remain open! #savesistahspace @DawnButlerBrent @BellRibeiroAddy @marciaw1404 @afuahirsch @HackneyAbbott @jeremycorbyn @deborahgabriel RT!

#BlackLivesMatterUK #BlackLivesMatters More than just a # More than just a moment

Another example of the deeply inherent racist embedded in our police force. @jqjasonkew have you seen this?

'If the structure does not permit dialogue the structure must be changed'. Paulo Freire.

@RichieBrave Honestly, I'm looking forward going back to my desk. Working from home with small children is a myth. That said, I'm also concerned because I anticipate a second wave and know that the government consistently and systematically neglects Black people...once again we're at risk.

Hi everyone, I’m just wondering for those of you who have been on furlough or working from home, how are you all feeling about physically returning to work? Do you feel safe? Are you worried? Excited? Does the prospective dates feel too soon? Far away? How you feeling?

@vicderbyshire @BBCOne I personally cannot stand the term. It's misleading and grossly places all ethnicity into an English friendly acronym that blurs all of our cultures, customs and beliefs for the sake of convenience. And not ours.

Do you identify as BAME or know anyone who does? What do you think of it? Is it a term that can open doors? Is it unhelpful? Is it time to drop the acronym for more specific & accurate alternatives? 9am @BBCOne

Please share with women across Tower Hamlets, we value your input into your antenatal, labour and postnatal experiences during the pandemic. @RLHMaternity @barkantine @THhomebirth @RoyalLondonHosp @williams_lucie