We are strong. You rely on that fact to hide from the realities that are in your face. We are strong. But at what cost to our physical, emotional, social, psychological well-being? We are strong. We know we have to or we are “finished” before we’ve even begun. We are strong. We have to prepare […]
Come and witness the healing art of poetry. Use your voice for the upliftment of others and ensure you are on the right side of history. This poem is for the Maroons. My tribe. ❤️💛💚🇯🇲✊🏾 It’s available on my YouTube channel as well Nichole McIntosh FRSA Subscribe and comment while you’re there and share with […]
When a maroon is awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts.
October is celebrated as Black History Month in the UK. For me, everyday is black history day because my life is a celebration of the legacy of so many who went before me. As we come to the end of the official month of activities, I take a moment to reflect on the lives and […]
As we begin another year of shining the spotlight on the history of my people, I am moved to jot a few lines down. It’s another year when various organisations and individuals participate in a myriad of activities to commemorate, celebrate and often to discover the history of the black race. I hate the word […]
Nichole McIntosh FRSA 