Thank you Frederick Bremer School for this lovely commendation on why All Rise Matters
Time to Teach for Life, Not Just for Exams
“We test too much, teach too little, and forget what matters.” That’s the message ringing out from this week’s session of the Commons Education Select Committee following the publication earlier this year of the interim findings of the Curriculum and Assessment Review. After more than a decade without change, England’s curriculum is finally under the […]
The leader of the Reform Party has recently dismissed DEI policy as “lunacy” and is calling for DEI departments to be axed.
At All Rise Workshops, DEI isn’t lunacy — it’s our mission. The legal profession in the UK remains disproportionately white, privileged, and privately educated. Socio-economic background still heavily shapes who gets access to legal careers. Thanks to the support of Simmons & Simmons, we spent two inspiring days this week at Frederick Bremer School in East […]
Visit to Downview Primary School
“An inspiring workshop where we all learnt something new. The delivery was pitched just right to engage everyone but also challenge their thinking.” Read on for more thoughts and feedback from the teachers and parents and a few lovely video clips from the students! A review from the teachers and parents: Downview Primary School Newsletter: […]
All Rise Workshops With Immerse Education this July
I have been invited by Immerse Education to support their Summer programme for overseas students based at University College In London. I will be hosting two workshop in July for students who are contemplating careers in law.
All Rise Speaking For The Wellbeing Hub on 16 June
I am delighted to announce I have been invited by the Wellbeing Hub to speak at their staff in person event on 16 June at Emmanuel School In South London. I will be talking about how to bring law into the curriculum in a fun and meaningful way. Can’t wait!
All Rise At Crafty Fest On 3 June
I have been asked by Crafty Counsel to be their keynote speaker at Crafty Fest in Hyde Park on 3 June. Crafty Counsel is a community and resource platform dedicated to in-house lawyers offering networking opportunities, career development and access to legal resources to enhance their professional and personal growth. Crafty Fest is Europe’s largest […]
Calling All Schools And Law Firms
Over the next few weeks, I’ll be visiting schools in Bognor Regis, Norwich, Woking, Beulah Hill and Walthamstow. I will deliver legal education workshops to over 250 young people. Through immersive and fun activities, they’ll learn about the rule of law, their rights and responsibilities, how our justice system, and more. It’s all about making […]
Visit to Bersted Green School
I had a wonderful time delivering an All Rise Workshop to the students at Bersted Green. Thank you to Rebecca for giving me such a great review!
In Memory Of Holly Newton
In November last year, Logan MacPhail now 17, was handed a life sentence for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Holly Newton. Holly’s 18-month relationship was marked by coercive control, obsessive jealousy, and violence, culminating in her fatal stabbing. In her impact statement, Holly’s mum said: “Holly’s case has been labelled as knife crime but making […]