Melanie

Mother from Trinidad and Tobago, father from the UK - Student, writer

I am in the unusual and privileged position to have direct access to two very diverse cultures. Unlike most stories you hear about the traumas of lack of belonging and lack of a 'true' identity, my story is a happy one. 

Being from a mixed race background has made me more aware of those who also share a culturally diverse upbringing and therefore more understanding of where ignorance, animosity and prejudice come from.

I feel truly enriched by the two wonderful cultures that both play a huge part in my life.