Kilimanjaro Porters: What You Need to Know Before Your Climb
This is a blog I wrote which documents the exploitation of porters in Kilimanjaro.
Charities, NGOs & Social Enterprises
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IFAW
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17th August 2023
Daring team stops trafficking of endangered wildlife in Indonesia
This is a blog I ghost-wrote for the IFAW.
IFAW
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9th August 2023
Which animals are most impacted by climate change?
This is a blog I ghost wrote for the IFAW about the impact of climate change on animals.
IFAW
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26th July 2023
Elephants thrive in Malawi one year after mass translocation
Animal welfare is something I am very passionate about. This is one of the blogs I ghost-wrote for the IFAW while at Markateur.
IFAW
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20th July 2023
Human-elephant conflict: What it is and why it’s a major threat
This is a blog I ghost-wrote for the IFAW about the poaching of elephants in Asia.
East Side Story
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30th April 2023
Leeds’ innovative women’s charity The Wren Bakery expands into Mabgate Mills
This is an article I wrote about a social enterprise in Leeds expanding their business.
East Side Story
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30th April 2023
Mental Health Service Delivers Wellbeing to Leeds
This is a story I wrote about a mental health charity in Leeds, which runs a series of community initiatives in the city.
Refugee Action
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23rd March 2023
'If we complain we’ll be sent to Rwanda': report reveals shameful conditions and treatment of people in asylum accommodation
This is a press release I wrote on behalf of Refugee Action
IFAW
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15th March 2023
how volunteers are fighting wildlife crime in Uganda and DRC
This is a blog I ghost-wrote about the use of AI to combat wildlife crime.
IFAW
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24th February 2023
Ukraine one year on: over 103,770 animals saved
This is a blog I ghost-wrote for the IFAW about saving animals in the Ukraine.
Refugee Action
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15th June 2022
Rwanda Deportations Update: June 14th Flight Cancelled
This is a press release I wrote on behalf of Refugee Action as part of a series of articles I wrote documenting the devastating impact of the UK government's Rwanda policy
Refugee Action
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15th November 2021
‘Treat refugees the same’ public urge ahead of vote on Anti-Refugee Bill
This is a press release I wrote on behalf of Refugee Action as part of a series of articles on the UK government's deportation policy.
Ethical Travel
15th March 2024
Kilimanjaro Porters: What You Need to Know Before Your Climb
This is a blog I wrote which documents the exploitation of porters in Kilimanjaro.
East Side Story
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1st March 2023
Period Poverty Charity Appeals For New Volunteers
Period poverty campaigners have called for new volunteers to support their work in making period products accessible to disadvantaged women across the UK and in East Africa.
Freedom4Girls is a Leeds-based charity that campaigns to end stigma and taboos surrounding periods and menstruation.
They are appealing for new volunteers to help with everything from fundraising and campaigning and contributing to the charity in various ways.
Naoise Poku, education lead at Freedom4Girls, said: “We are a
Janine's Journeys
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3rd November 2019
Cambodian Killing Fields & The Painful Smile
This was a blog I wrote about after visiting the Killing Fields in Cambodia.
Medium
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30th April 2019
Why conscious travel startups are disrupting the tourism industry
Why conscious travel startups are disrupting the tourism industry
In 2016 I left the grey skies of England, in search of the sun.
While many backpackers attempt to find themselves or seek enlightenment when they travel overseas, I just wanted to have a great time abroad and tell amazing stories when I returned.
I never imagined that spending 8 months overseas would teach me so much about the world and radically change my perspective about the tourism industry.
I learned important lessons abo
Fair Voyage
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12th December 2018
Climbing Kilimanjaro: Everything You Need to Know
Climbing Kilimanjaro is not as simple as climbing other mountains. This blog is a must for anyone thinking of making their way up the mountain.
Fair Voyage
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28th November 2018
Doing Good With Amazon Smile
This is a blog I wrote for Fair Voyage, to encourage readers to donate to its associated charities via Amazon Smile.
Fair Voyage
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6th November 2018
Why ethical tourism matters
This is a blog I wrote for Fair Voyage, a responsible tour operator that offers tours to Africa.
My travel memoirs
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17th October 2017
A Week In The Mountains With The Karen Long Neck Tribe
This is a blog I wrote about my experiences volunteering for the Hasil NGO in Thailand
Green News
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East Side Story
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20th March 2023
Leeds-Based Infrastructure Bank Announces £265m Cash Injection in Energy Storage
This is a story I wrote for East Side Story about plans for a £265m Cash Injection in Energy Storage.
East Side Story
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1st March 2023
Litter Heroes Break Down Barriers While Cleaning Harehills
This is a story I wrote for East Side Story, a community news website I volunteered for. The news website covers local stories relevant to people in East Leeds.
East Side Story
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11th November 2022
Plans to Build a £50m Solar Farm Given the Green Light
This is an article I wrote for East Side Story about the approval of a £50m solar farm.
East Side Story
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10th November 2021
Leeds School Stages Strike to Tackle Climate Change
This is a story I wrote for East Side Story about a climate change protest at Moor Allerton school.
Newspapers
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20th June 2018
Young Cinderella WILL Go To The Ball
A chronic spinal condition was no match for Frankie Ball who is on course to become one of the best dancers in Leeds
20th June 2018
Pupils Are Getting a Scoot On at School
PUPILS ACROSS Leeds are getting a scoot on as part of a citywide challenge in a bid to be
named a scooting champion.
20th June 2018
Lifesaving Bid For Caring Pair
A Leeds couple have embarked upon a mission to eradicate rabies across the world and help educate school children about its dangers.
20th June 2018
Cafetina Brews Up a Storm
Today the Yorkshire Evening Post Can Name The City's Favourite Cafe
20th June 2018
New Chapter For Library Fest
JEDI KNIGHTS, gaming fans and bookworms are set to turn over a new leaf with the return of the Leeds Library Festival.
20th June 2018
Communities Wage War on Drink-Fuelled Hooliganism
A BATTLE is on to reclaim once thriving pockets of Leeds which have turned into virtual “no-go
zones” for locals because of a plague of on-street boozing.
19th June 2018
My Hero: Kadell Anderson-Brown Saves His Mum
Get the inside scoop on how young Kadell Anderson-Brown prevented a tragedy when his mum fell seriously ill.
19th June 2018
Young Hero Saves His Mum
The quick-thinking actions of young Kadell Anderson-Brown prevented a tragedy when his mum fell seriously ill.
23rd January 2023
Final chapter beckons for bookstore
THE END of an era is approaching for one of the few remaining independent book stores in Leeds, which has announced plans to close later this year.
East Side Story
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1st March 2023
Update: Arrests Made Following Tragic Harehills Death
This was an article I wrote for East Side Story, a local community news website I volunteer for. At East Side Story, our focus is on reporting the news in a way that is educational and informative. This story on crime, as well as stop and search, helps to demonstrate this approach.
East Side Story
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20th March 2023
Leeds-Based Infrastructure Bank Announces £265m Cash Injection in Energy Storage
This is a story I wrote for East Side Story about plans for a £265m Cash Injection in Energy Storage.
3rd April 2023
Remembering Fallen Soldiers
This is a story I wrote for D-Day at the Yorkshire Evening Post.
3rd April 2023
Calls to look at traffic as M1 homes plans debated
This is a story I published on behalf of the Yorkshire Evening Post.
3rd April 2023
Blast from past at hospital site
This is a story I wrote while working at the Yorkshire Evening Post. It was a story given by one of my community contacts.