23/01/2023
The Art of Caring in 2023.
As we slowly begin to return to work, whilst still clinging to all that we love about these long lazy hazy days left of our blissful summer, I am so conscious of unfolding world events.
It is I feel our responsibility, because of the privilege we hold by living in peace, safety and comfort, to stand by those who are suffering, displaced, living in fear, and who are being denied access to basic human rights.
Girls and women in Afghanistan have been stripped of their rights, are under constant threat of violence, and yet these women and girls are relentlessly carrying on with their lives.
Since anti-regime demonstrations erupted following the September 16 death in custody of , Iranian authorities have executed four young men and sentenced several others to death on charges relating to the protest movement.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 334 th day with horrific devastation of a free country, 14 million innocent displaced women, children and elderly, further isolating Russia further from the West and fuelling economic insecurity around the world.
It IS overwhelming but because we live in civilised, intelligent, compassionate and educated communities let us stand by those who have little choice in their fate.
I am heartened once again to be working with through to bring our focus, generosity and support to those in dire need.
will host two wonderful events this year, a fabulous lunch in late summer (watch this space! ) and a gala event in spring to look forward to!
Please join us at these events and we will celebrate life, community and caring 🤍🤍🤍
AR xx