Tag: Sejal Sehmi
In Discussion with BBC Asian Network – Is it Time to Ditch the Term ‘BAME?’
Is the term BAME – Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority Groups outdated and divisive. I speak to BBC Asian Network’s Ankur Desai along with guests Meera Sharma and Karanjee Gaba. Listen to the full interview on the website or full audio below
Her Story….
A vintage gem that speaks a thousand words and needs no filter.. Three generations in one frame, each silently narrating their paths.. The matriarch – my Nani – undeterred by the struggles life has thrown her, and leading her tribe forward with integrity and sincerity.. Her daughter – my mother – who looks on in awe and pride at this woman who has single-handedly raised the next generation, and still clutches my shoulder, oozing maternal love. And little ole me – clinging on to my mum’s hand, knowing I’m in the presence of motherhood and feeling safe and protected. I can’t think of anything more powerful than this…. Selfless, humble and pure love… 💕💕💕💕💕
Covid-19 and Mental Health: How my ‘Girl In London City’ Experience Reminds me of the Importance of Self-Worth
“…London, as hard as I fell at your feet, you uprooted me back to become more resilient — to which, especially in these uncertain times, I am forever thankful….”
In my first Brown Girl Magazine post for 2021, I recall what my London City experience has taught me about self-worth in these challenging times. Read the full article here.
Writing, Resilience and Tenacity – South Asian Writers’ Roundtable
In conversation with best-selling author Sweta Vikram and creative professor and author Sayatani Dasgupta – as part of South Asian Heritage month we discuss the wonderful world of writing and why our voices matter..!
An Open Letter to Shame – It’s Over!
“….It’s not us who should be silenced or forced into guilt, it is those who hold resentment and fear of what our collective voices can evolve into that need you. Because I certainly don’t and I no longer wish to carry you alongside with me.”
Check out my latest blogpost – “An Open Letter to Shame – It’s Over!” Full link here
‘Coronavirus has exposed the inequality BAME families face’ – Red Magazine
“…Are we really able to let go? Or is our grief momentarily on hold until we find a way to say goodbye?…”
My feature with Red Magazine on dealing with grief in isolation. Click here for the full feature.
International Women’s Day 2020
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2020 weekend at South Bank’s Women of the World Festival with Bounce Theatre with our library of joy and bringing together female empowerment with Uma at by Chloe.
Sejal Sehmi 