Sally Churchward
@sallychurchward.bsky.social
Founding editor of community, arts & culture website www.in-common.co.uk
Southampton, Hampshire
All eyes on Gaza
Unions, diversity, equity, socialism, feminism, environment, vegan, BLM, trans lives matter
Southampton, Hampshire
All eyes on Gaza
Unions, diversity, equity, socialism, feminism, environment, vegan, BLM, trans lives matter
I tried Gaza Cola & it 100% passes the taste test.
I've been wanting to try it but online it's in multipacks & I didn't want to buy loads if it wasn't good.
I'm not buying the well known cola brands so am pleased to have an ethical alternative - all profits go to rebuilding hospitals in Gaza.
I've been wanting to try it but online it's in multipacks & I didn't want to buy loads if it wasn't good.
I'm not buying the well known cola brands so am pleased to have an ethical alternative - all profits go to rebuilding hospitals in Gaza.
September 14, 2025 at 11:39 AM
I tried Gaza Cola & it 100% passes the taste test.
I've been wanting to try it but online it's in multipacks & I didn't want to buy loads if it wasn't good.
I'm not buying the well known cola brands so am pleased to have an ethical alternative - all profits go to rebuilding hospitals in Gaza.
I've been wanting to try it but online it's in multipacks & I didn't want to buy loads if it wasn't good.
I'm not buying the well known cola brands so am pleased to have an ethical alternative - all profits go to rebuilding hospitals in Gaza.
I did an interview with The Guardian about how Bastille helped me pull myself out of life changing covid anxiety.
www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...
www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...
My cultural awakening: a Bastille show helped me get over my crippling Covid-era anxiety
I was afraid to be near people for two-and-a-half years, but then I got a chance to meet the band I loved – and the experience changed everything
www.theguardian.com
September 14, 2025 at 11:11 AM
I did an interview with The Guardian about how Bastille helped me pull myself out of life changing covid anxiety.
www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...
www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...
Local comedic talent wanted for new showcase
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Local comedic talent wanted for new showcase - In-Common - Southampton
Playmakers is looking for local stand-up comedians and comic singers, musicians and poets for a new showcase.
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May 24, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Local comedic talent wanted for new showcase
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It's that bills time of year again. We need £500 to pay for our website hosting and accounting bills.
If you like what we do, please consider making a donation to help us to carry on doing it.
Thanks.
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If you like what we do, please consider making a donation to help us to carry on doing it.
Thanks.
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Donate to In Common's website and accounting bills!, organised by Sally Churchy
Hello,
In Common is a grass roots community and culture website for Southamp… Sally Churchy needs your support for In Common's website and accounting bills!
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May 23, 2025 at 10:36 AM
It's that bills time of year again. We need £500 to pay for our website hosting and accounting bills.
If you like what we do, please consider making a donation to help us to carry on doing it.
Thanks.
gofund.me/a6f0db4d
If you like what we do, please consider making a donation to help us to carry on doing it.
Thanks.
gofund.me/a6f0db4d
I've just had my MMR. I've always assumed I was fully vaced but it turns out if you were born before 1990 you might not have had it. You can email your GP to check your vaccination record. Please do your own research obvs.
Also, send me a sticker. Apparently I was too old to get one from the nurse.
Also, send me a sticker. Apparently I was too old to get one from the nurse.
May 16, 2025 at 10:12 AM
I've just had my MMR. I've always assumed I was fully vaced but it turns out if you were born before 1990 you might not have had it. You can email your GP to check your vaccination record. Please do your own research obvs.
Also, send me a sticker. Apparently I was too old to get one from the nurse.
Also, send me a sticker. Apparently I was too old to get one from the nurse.
Anne of Green Gables is my favourite book - and has played a significant role in my outlook to this day.
Spring is here - what are your favourite seasonal reads?
Books editor Laura McCarthy shares hers.
www.in-common.co.uk/2025/04/25/b...
Books editor Laura McCarthy shares hers.
www.in-common.co.uk/2025/04/25/b...
Books which feel like spring - In-Common - Southampton
By Laura McCarthy. The spring equinox has passed and we’ve been blessed with brighter and warmer days. It’s not a secret that spring is my favourite season of the year. The weather is not swelteringly...
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April 28, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Anne of Green Gables is my favourite book - and has played a significant role in my outlook to this day.
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“Like the sun, we will rise above this darkness”
See the full report and photos from Saturday's Southampton march in support of trans people, organised by Trans Pride Southampton
www.in-common.co.uk/2025/04/27/i...
See the full report and photos from Saturday's Southampton march in support of trans people, organised by Trans Pride Southampton
www.in-common.co.uk/2025/04/27/i...
Inside Southampton's protest in support of trans people - In-Common - Southampton
By Sally Churchward. Photos by Lily Scott and Sally Churchward. “Like the sun, we will rise above this darkness” – a message of hope rang out across the crowd gathered in the early afternoon sunshin...
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April 28, 2025 at 8:54 AM
“Like the sun, we will rise above this darkness”
See the full report and photos from Saturday's Southampton march in support of trans people, organised by Trans Pride Southampton
www.in-common.co.uk/2025/04/27/i...
See the full report and photos from Saturday's Southampton march in support of trans people, organised by Trans Pride Southampton
www.in-common.co.uk/2025/04/27/i...
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1. Consent in our pseudo-democracies is strained at the best of times, but it hangs on the belief that there is some kind of justice: through inquiries, tribunals, sometimes even the law, powerful people who commit crimes against us will one day be held to account. But what if this no longer works?🧵
November 25, 2024 at 6:56 PM
1. Consent in our pseudo-democracies is strained at the best of times, but it hangs on the belief that there is some kind of justice: through inquiries, tribunals, sometimes even the law, powerful people who commit crimes against us will one day be held to account. But what if this no longer works?🧵
I don't normally watch films about male violence because they tend to objectify the victims, either in terms of characterisation, cinematography or both.
But as I knew Anna Kendrick had directed Woman of the Hour I gave it a go and am here to recommend it (with trigger warnings, obviously).
Contd.
But as I knew Anna Kendrick had directed Woman of the Hour I gave it a go and am here to recommend it (with trigger warnings, obviously).
Contd.
November 24, 2024 at 3:42 PM
I don't normally watch films about male violence because they tend to objectify the victims, either in terms of characterisation, cinematography or both.
But as I knew Anna Kendrick had directed Woman of the Hour I gave it a go and am here to recommend it (with trigger warnings, obviously).
Contd.
But as I knew Anna Kendrick had directed Woman of the Hour I gave it a go and am here to recommend it (with trigger warnings, obviously).
Contd.
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Military conflicts account for about 5.5% of global emissions - more than aviation.
Imperialism is killing all of us.
There can be no climate justice without peace.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Imperialism is killing all of us.
There can be no climate justice without peace.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
‘Protect the climate for whom?’: Palestinians highlight Gaza at Cop29
Advocates and officials argue that consequences of Israeli siege are inextricably linked to tackling the climate crisis
www.theguardian.com
November 23, 2024 at 9:12 AM
Military conflicts account for about 5.5% of global emissions - more than aviation.
Imperialism is killing all of us.
There can be no climate justice without peace.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Imperialism is killing all of us.
There can be no climate justice without peace.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Reposted by Sally Churchward
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November 22, 2024 at 11:05 AM
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This show looks so good.
An important piece of work for a time when we seem determined to turn the clock back on gender equality, queer acceptance & trans rights.
It will break your heart, but repair it in gold.
Review: Mariposa, DeNada Dance Theatre, MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton
www.in-common.co.uk/2024/11/23/r...
It will break your heart, but repair it in gold.
Review: Mariposa, DeNada Dance Theatre, MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton
www.in-common.co.uk/2024/11/23/r...
Review: Mariposa by DeNada Dance Theatre, MAST Mayflower Southampton - In-Common - Southampton
By Spring Wise. I expected to be able to write a somewhat narrative review of this show, being that it’s an adaptation of Madame Butterfly, and spoiler rules do not apply to 120 year old operas! Mari...
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November 23, 2024 at 11:16 AM
This show looks so good.
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We're hearing increasing concern from parents & those who work with young people about the rise of pro-ana content on social media & an interest in being unhealthily thin among teen girls.
The global political slide to the right & open misogyny appear to be factors alongside revival of 90s fashions.
The global political slide to the right & open misogyny appear to be factors alongside revival of 90s fashions.
November 22, 2024 at 10:56 AM
We're hearing increasing concern from parents & those who work with young people about the rise of pro-ana content on social media & an interest in being unhealthily thin among teen girls.
The global political slide to the right & open misogyny appear to be factors alongside revival of 90s fashions.
The global political slide to the right & open misogyny appear to be factors alongside revival of 90s fashions.
I love the way a bit of snow makes people decide to start talking to random strangers.
November 21, 2024 at 11:52 PM
I love the way a bit of snow makes people decide to start talking to random strangers.
Almost never ironing means when the board does go up, my cat assumes it's a new bed for him.
November 21, 2024 at 12:30 PM
Almost never ironing means when the board does go up, my cat assumes it's a new bed for him.
Amazing evening of immense talent at Turner Sims tonight - University of Southampton.
November 19, 2024 at 11:28 PM
Amazing evening of immense talent at Turner Sims tonight - University of Southampton.
One of the most interesting interviews I've been fortunate enough to do. An absolute privilege to be trusted with people's stories.
From the archive:
Would you consider opening up your relationship to multiple partners?
Five people share their experiences of living, loving and scheduling in polyamorous relationships.
www.in-common.co.uk/2023/05/30/w...
#polyamory #hampshire #southampton #love #relationships #dating
Would you consider opening up your relationship to multiple partners?
Five people share their experiences of living, loving and scheduling in polyamorous relationships.
www.in-common.co.uk/2023/05/30/w...
#polyamory #hampshire #southampton #love #relationships #dating
When three isn't a crowd: living, loving and scheduling in polyamorous relationships - In-Common - Southampton
by Sally Churchward. Polyamory, also known as consensual non-monogamy, is gaining more attention in the media and evidence is that it’s growing as a relationship model. Here, five people share what...
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November 18, 2024 at 10:25 AM
One of the most interesting interviews I've been fortunate enough to do. An absolute privilege to be trusted with people's stories.
Excuse the terrible video quality - Bastille playing Blue Sky & The Painter last night at Shepherd’s Bush Empire felt like an apt start on here.
November 18, 2024 at 9:25 AM
Excuse the terrible video quality - Bastille playing Blue Sky & The Painter last night at Shepherd’s Bush Empire felt like an apt start on here.