Inspiring and practical, BE THE CHANGE is the essential handbook for the budding activist.''Gina Martin is a sensation'' The Secret Barrister''Gina Martin''s powerful campaigning and vital activism changed the law, making our country safer for women and girls. This book tells us how she did it - and how you can too'' Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London''Gina is a total inspiration - an example of how one person CAN change things'' Emma GannonIn June 2017, a man took a photo up Gina Martin''s skirt at a music festival. The police told her that this was not a sexual offence; the man would not be charged.The law had let Gina down, and her first reaction was resignation. But something inside her had snapped. Gina was tired of accepting sexual harassment as a fact of life.Eighteen months later, she had changed the law and made upskirting a criminal offence.Now, Gina wants to empower you with the tools and courage to challenge injustice and fight for change, whether it''s in your school, workplace or community, or even on a global scale. Filled with practical advice, the book includes guidance on how to write a compelling press release, set up an e-petition, find pro-bono legal support and secure media coverage for your campaign.In BE THE CHANGE you will learn: What activism really is and why it''s so important How to use the internet to fight for what you believe in How to pick the cause you truly care about And how to do the hardest thing in activism: get started.

Brought to you by Penguin.A practical, inspiring roadmap for changing the conversation on social justice issues.''Not all men''''I don''t see colour''''To play devil''s advocate...''''Climate change is coming''From the persistent to the insidious, too often, antagonistic responses threaten to distract and derail the most urgent conversations.Tackling twenty of the most enduring conversation-stoppers, No Offence, But... equips readers with the knowledge, tools and context to respond with confidence. Alongside other trailblazing writers, educators and advocates, acclaimed campaigner Gina Martin helps us to unpick these phrases, understand why they are harmful and feel empowered enough to change the conversation.Featuring chapters from Aja Barber, Ben Hurst, Cathy Reay, Charlie Craggs, Daze Aghaji, Ione Gamble, Koa Beck, Mariam Kemple Hardy and Azadeh Hosseini, Nova Reid and Salma El-Wardany.''An empowering guide''Laura Bates''A great, thought-provoking read''Stephanie Yeboah©2023 Gina Martin (P)2023 Penguin Audio

In lifetime after lifetime, she who was Atvasfara, High Priestess of Isis seeks the others of the Thirteen as they appear - and disappear - in different configurations, genders and moments in human history from ancient Egypt and China, through medieval Europe, the Cree community in Canada, via Ghana and the battle fields of the First World War.

In this gripping sequel, the thirteen vision carriers first introduced in Sisters of the Solstice Moon face death and danger to serve the Goddess in the times when She is forbidden. Travel with them as they navigate through patriarchal history, seeking to save Her wisdom in the darkest of times.

Inspiring and practical, BE THE CHANGE is the essential handbook for the budding activist.''Gina Martin is a sensation'' The Secret Barrister''Gina Martin''s powerful campaigning and vital activism changed the law, making our country safer for women and girls. This book tells us how she did it - and how you can too'' Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London''Gina is a total inspiration - an example of how one person CAN change things'' Emma GannonIn June 2017, a man took a photo up Gina Martin''s skirt at a music festival. The police told her that this was not a sexual offence; the man would not be charged.The law had let Gina down, and her first reaction was resignation. But something inside her had snapped. Gina was tired of accepting sexual harassment as a fact of life.Eighteen months later, she had changed the law and made upskirting a criminal offence.Now, Gina wants to empower you with the tools and courage to challenge injustice and fight for change, whether it''s in your school, workplace or community, or even on a global scale. Filled with practical advice, the book includes guidance on how to write a compelling press release, set up an e-petition, find pro-bono legal support and secure media coverage for your campaign.In BE THE CHANGE you will learn: What activism really is and why it''s so important How to use the internet to fight for what you believe in How to pick the cause you truly care about And how to do the hardest thing in activism: get started.

Brought to you by Penguin.A practical, inspiring roadmap for changing the conversation on social justice issues.''Not all men''''I don''t see colour''''To play devil''s advocate...''''Climate change is coming''From the persistent to the insidious, too often, antagonistic responses threaten to distract and derail the most urgent conversations.Tackling twenty of the most enduring conversation-stoppers, No Offence, But... equips readers with the knowledge, tools and context to respond with confidence. Alongside other trailblazing writers, educators and advocates, acclaimed campaigner Gina Martin helps us to unpick these phrases, understand why they are harmful and feel empowered enough to change the conversation.Featuring chapters from Aja Barber, Ben Hurst, Cathy Reay, Charlie Craggs, Daze Aghaji, Ione Gamble, Koa Beck, Mariam Kemple Hardy and Azadeh Hosseini, Nova Reid and Salma El-Wardany.''An empowering guide''Laura Bates''A great, thought-provoking read''Stephanie Yeboah©2023 Gina Martin (P)2023 Penguin Audio

In lifetime after lifetime, she who was Atvasfara, High Priestess of Isis seeks the others of the Thirteen as they appear - and disappear - in different configurations, genders and moments in human history from ancient Egypt and China, through medieval Europe, the Cree community in Canada, via Ghana and the battle fields of the First World War.

In this gripping sequel, the thirteen vision carriers first introduced in Sisters of the Solstice Moon face death and danger to serve the Goddess in the times when She is forbidden. Travel with them as they navigate through patriarchal history, seeking to save Her wisdom in the darkest of times.