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Portia in the Balance 2016: Opinion Piece by Joan French

April 2, 2016

I am a little late sharing this, but for those of you who have not yet read it – it’s a provocative read. Now, since the article was written immediately after the elections, the reference to the results in the first paragraph is now dated, as the seat count remained at 32 – 31. However, … More Portia in the Balance 2016: Opinion Piece by Joan French

Moving the Stones

November 7, 2015

This dropped into my inbox yesterday from a powerful women’s network that I am fortunate enough to be engaged in. This article by Honor Ford Smith really struck home with me. It is something I have often turned over in my mind. Why do so many creative Jamaicans – especially writers – leave the island … More Moving the Stones

The Death of an Activist

October 27, 2015

I really like to celebrate amazing human beings during their lifetime, rather than when they die. I always find obituaries cold and impersonal. But I must pay tribute to a Caribbean woman, who gave so much and worked so hard for others. Her passing is sudden and shocking. I would love to have met her, having … More The Death of an Activist