Francesca Baker

Domestic violence has become more prevalent and harder to fight because of lockdown. We spoke with the charity Hestia about their employer-focussed response and how philanthropists and corporates can help.
In the first three weeks of lockdown, fourteen women and two children were murdered by a current or ex-partner – an increase of 160%. Those experiencing abuse found themselves subjected to more severe control and abuse, with even less chance to get any time away from their abuser. Being una...

Could it be that learning to read at a later age could have benefits, both for children now and the adults they become?
I’ve always loved words. As a child, I was absorbed in books, pens, and paper, and as an adult I’ve sought to craft a career out of them. Without literacy, I would be lost. Language lets us communicate with others, make sense of the world, and engage with society. It’s the way we express our ideas, thoughts, and emotions. It provides a common structure to share what’s in our...

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Food Security pull out in The Guardian.

The European Heritage Days, a joint initiative of the Council of Europe and the European Commission since 1999, are the most widely celebrated participatory cultural events in Europe. The pan-European nature of the programme contributes to bringing citizens together and highlighting the European dimension of cultural heritage in the 50 signatory States of the European Cultural Convention. Up to 70 000 events (with 30 million visitors expected) are organised until the end of October in order t...

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Words by Francesca Baker, 33, from Kent
When I saw that calorie labels are set to be introduced in restaurants as part of the government's new obesity plan, my heart did a little skip of delight. But then my rational side kicked in, and I felt sick.
Why such complicated feelings towards something that's designed to promote healthy eating?
The answer is that I have anorexia nervosa and have done for 15 years. Since the age of 18 I've been perpetually in recovery, trying har...

Being part of a team matters – even for those of us used to flying solo. When you are part of community and build connections you can facilitate business growth and success. Working together is beneficial for you and your business.
So why is that?
Team work
Most businesses and the self employed are typically independent individuals . You will take on many tasks such as HR, finance, and marketing. These tasks are typically done by different departments in a larger business, . This self-suffici...

Technology is blamed for many things. Amongst them is the rise in mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Social media has been linked to a rise in low self esteem and social anxiety for teenagers and adults, and according to psychologist Jean. M. Twenge, technology has resulted in millennials being on the ‘brink of a mental-health crisis.’ Back in 2010 psychologists at the University of Leeds found evidence of a link between excessive internet use and depression, ...

Last week thousands of people from across the UK got up early and snuggled with their tea and toast to watch the dawn break to live music.
The mass participation artwork was devised by interactive theatre makers, non zero one in collaboration with composer James Bulley. James is a composer and sound artist whose practice explores natural systems, locative sound, and site-specific sound installation. The original live music score, inspired by the break of day and created in collaboration with ...

I am inspired by curiosity and questions. I am fuelled by a desire to understand what shapes us as human beings. I am driven by a need for my own well being. I am excited by the challenge of articulating what I am learning with clarity and in a manner that is helpful to other people.

I explore emotional trauma, healing and well being by drawing on three strands of information: (1) the experience of working with my own trauma, (2) the insights of others who have worked with their personal trau...

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