Research for Claire Keegan's Story on the Magdalene Laundries
Cover of Small Things Like These I wrote an article for Parisian Phoenix Publishing about the stories we read shedding light on dark realities. Talking about systemic injustice gets the ball rolling on change and it's books like Small Things Like These that show us how empathy and courage make it happen. Before Bookclub, I did more research about Claire Keegan's story and found informative articles on the Magdalene Laundries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r14yd-VjGPc...
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Supporting the Vulnerable and Marginalized
What would I be doing if I wasn't writing? Wishing I were a writer. I keep an eye out for people and organizations working to address the needs of the vulnerable and marginalized in our communities. Recently, I was introduced to Baker Industries. Supporting the vulnerable and marginalized through work experiences Baker Industries began in 1980 when Charlie and Weezie Baker wanted their son, Justin, to have the pride, independence, belonging, and purpose that come from havin
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