The refugee crisis in the UK: What you need to know
Like many countries, the United Kingdom is grappling with the impacts of the ongoing refugee crisis. What is the situation and why is it important?
Supporting Tyneside refugees: Amnesty International Society partners with West End Refugee Service
Amnesty International Society makes significant progress towards its goal of supporting local refugees by securing a partnership with West End Refugee Service. This academic year,
How to be an activist in Newcastle: a personal journey
Last year, I was afraid. This year, my fear has slowly faded. This year, a new side of the city has unveiled itself to me.
Getting involved with Workers’ Liberty in Newcastle
A month ago, I spontaneously attended my first meeting of Workers’ Liberty and I don’t plan on stopping. Every few weeks, the Newcastle branch of
Trans Clothes Drive at Newcastle University: free, good quality gender-affirming clothing
Last week, following the International Transgender Awareness Week, Newcastle University hosted an LGBTQ+ event focused on providing trans and non-binary people with gender-affirming clothing completely
“I don’t want to go to prison, but I know it’s what I need to do.” – the National Gallery soup thrower Phoebe Plummer on why they will be in the streets again next week
Phoebe Plummer (they/them), a 22 year-old Just Stop Oil activist and the soup thrower from last October, talked about their preparations to go to prison
The Vigil for Palestine hosted at Newcastle University’s campus saw ‘brilliant attendance’
Students and staff at Newcastle University came together to express their solidarity at the Vigil for Palestine. The event witnessed an impressive and diverse turnout.