Tag Archives: Speaking Truth to Power
This outrageous, counter-productive Budget marginalises people with least
This is Church Action on Poverty’s statement on the 2024 Budget. It includes the views of our expert advisors with …
How 11 people spoke truth to power in Sussex
Powerful and amazing things happen when people who want change come together. We’ve seen that time and time again… and …
Autumn Statement: Stef & Church Action on Poverty’s response
This is Church Action on Poverty's response to the 2023 Autumn Statement, from campaigner, researcher and writer Stef Benstead. Stef …
Ashleigh: “I think we will become known for making a change”
What drives activists and activism? For Ashleigh, it is a combination of love, hope, and a passion for equality and …
“We can make a change. That’s why we’re here.”
We hear how Speaking Truth To Power is progressing in Southwark Change happens when people come together and demand it.The …
Mary: tackling poverty via radio, art and a newfound resolve
Change comes, not from looking and seeing - but from taking action. And Mary has certainly done lots of that. …
Gemma: What I want to change, speaking truth to power
A chance conversation at just the right time set Gemma Athanasius-Coleman on the road to social justice activism. She was …
Kenny Fields revisited: new hope, amid the tough times
We catch up with Sue Robinson, a community champion in Liverpool - and hear of new grounds for optimism... Last …
Budget 2023: a precious chance to bridge the rich-poor divide
This week's Budget must bridge the rich-poor gulf, and start addressing the causes of poverty, say people with direct experience …