Equality is everyone’s right

08/06/2026

What Do We Mean?

We speak of “people of colour” each day,
Yet pause for a moment and ask why this way.

White is a colour, that’s clearly true,
Yet we don’t use that phrase when referring to you.

We say White, we say Black, we say Brown with pride,
We say Mixed heritage too, with identities wide.

So what does the phrase really seek to convey?
And is there a better, more thoughtful way?

For language has power, it shapes what we see,
It can open up doors or limit what’s free.

When groups are collected beneath just one name,
Important experiences may not stay the same.

A Black person’s journey, a Brown person’s too,
May differ in ways that deserve their own view.

A Mixed-race experience, rich and unique,
May hold different stories and truths that we seek.

So let’s start a conversation, respectful and clear,
And listen to voices we genuinely hear.

Perhaps naming people as they choose to be known,
Allows every identity space to be shown.

For nobody’s simply a label or phrase,
Or a box to be ticked in administrative ways.

Before any category, title or hue,
They’re people with dreams, just like me and you.

So ask what words help, ask what words belong,
For inclusion is listening, not proving who’s wrong.

And maybe the lesson we’re learning today,
Is that humanity comes first, whatever we say.

24/05/2026

10/05/2026

Walk a Day in My Shoes

Before you judge the tears we hide,
Walk where generations cried.
Stand where whispers turned to hate,
Where fear arrived at every gate.

Walk through streets with shoulders tight,
Checking shadows late at night.
Hear the slurs dressed up as “views”,
Then walk a day in our shoes.

From ghettos built with iron bars,
To yellow badges worn like scars,
From shattered glass on German floors,
To smoke that rose from camped-out doors.

Six million voices silenced cold,
Children robbed of growing old.
Names erased, yet somehow still,
The hatred hunts and always will.

“Never again,” the nations cried,
Yet hatred never truly died.
It changed its mask, it changed its tone,
But Jewish fear still walks alone.

In classrooms, buses, online threads,
In comments carelessly widespread,
Conspiracies dressed up as fact,
While people shrug and turn their backs.

A Star of David round your neck,
Can make a stranger stop and check.
A synagogue with guards outside,
Because our safety cannot hide.

People speak with such disgrace,
Without one friend from our faith’s place.
They learn from headlines, posts, and lies,
Yet never look through Jewish eyes.

You quote the media, loud and proud,
Repeat the noise that feeds the crowd.
But listening? Learning? Sitting near?
That would require truth and care.

Too many judge from sheltered ground,
Where privilege keeps them safe and sound.
They’ve never feared a prayer aloud,
Or hidden faith within a crowd.

You do not know the weight we bear,
The ancient ache still living there.
The pain passed down from year to year,
A history stitched with loss and fear.

Antisemitism is not old,
It lives in whispers, sharp and cold.
In casual jokes, in coded speech,
In hatred taught and hatred preached.

And still we rise, still light remains,
Through all the centuries of pain.
We build, we teach, we love, we choose,
Though many never see our bruises.

So before you speak on what you’ve heard,
Or weaponise another word,
Sit down, be quiet, learn the truth,
Walk one long day inside our shoes.

Not to argue.
Not to defend.
But finally listen,
And finally comprehend.

Because humanity begins the day
We stop explaining pain away.
And justice starts when people choose
To walk a day in others’ shoes.
Alyson Malach
10/5/2026

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07/03/2025

International Women’s Day 2025: A Celebration of My Journey, My Impact, and My Gratitude
As we approach International Women’s Day on 8th March 2025, I take a moment to reflect on my journey, a journey of resilience, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). This is not just a celebration of the work I have done but a tribute to the people who have supported, inspired, and uplifted me along the way.
A Legacy of Change and Commitment
For over two decades, I have worked relentlessly to challenge systemic inequalities, mentor future change-makers, and advise organisations on embedding meaningful, lasting EDI strategies. My work has transcended industries, from education and governance to public policy and corporate leadership.
I have fought for fairer recruitment practices, facilitated courageous conversations on race and gender, and designed transformative mentoring programmes that empower marginalised individuals to rise into leadership. I have built bridges between communities, organisations, and policymakers to ensure that inclusion is not just a buzzword but a lived reality.
Volunteering, Mentoring, and Advocacy
Beyond my professional work, I have dedicated time to mentoring, volunteering, and supporting those who need it most. Whether guiding young people, coaching professionals, or advocating for systemic change, my belief in equity has shaped every aspect of my engagement.
Through reciprocal mentoring initiatives, I have helped emerging leaders from underrepresented backgrounds navigate organisational structures, build confidence, and access opportunities they were once denied. I have advised employers on making workplaces more inclusive and safer, ensuring that policies translate into real action.
The Ripple Effect: Impacting Generations
My work is not just about organisations and policies it is about people. It is about the countless individuals I have supported, empowered, and uplifted. It is about my children and grandchildren, who have witnessed my passion and dedication and who, in their own ways, carry forward the torch of equity and justice.
To see my family and the next generation stand up for fairness, inclusion, and human rights is my greatest reward. It reaffirms that change is not just something we initiate; it is something we pass on.
Gratitude to Those Who Have Walked With Me
No journey is ever walked alone. Today, I celebrate not only my achievements but also the incredible individuals who have supported me throughout. To my family, friends, colleagues, and mentors thank you for your belief in me. Thank you for the encouragement, the tough conversations, the shared learning, and the unwavering support.
To the activists, educators, and community leaders who have inspired my work your dedication fuels my own. To those who have challenged me, provided feedback, and held me accountable you have helped me grow into the leader I am today.
A Poem for the Changemakers
From early days of fighting fair,
To boardrooms filled with thought and care,
I have stood for voices lost and weak,
And gave them space, a chance to speak.
Not just in words, but acts so bold,
A story of justice fiercely told.
A bridge between the old and new,
Where fairness shines in every view.
Decades passed, but still I stand,
Resilient heart, outstretched hand.
For equity, for love, for light,
A tireless champion of the fight.

Looking Forward
International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate achievements, but it is also a time to recommit to the work ahead.
My journey is far from over. I will continue to push boundaries, amplify voices, and strive for a world where equity is the norm, not the exception.
To every woman leading change, breaking barriers, and uplifting others this day is for you.
To those who support and advocate for equity your efforts are invaluable. Let us celebrate progress while recognising that there is still much to do.
Here’s to the changemakers. Here’s to us. Happy International Women’s Day 2025. Alyson Malach

21/02/2025

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