In November 2021, Grazia Magazine turned a national spotlight onto the critical work of Hull Sisters, featuring our founder Sonia Jalal in their dedicated “Modern Activism” column.
The feature, highlighted by activist and writer Sophie Walker, centered on a fundamental reality that drives our organisation: women of colour and minoritised women frequently require specialised, culturally aware support systems that mainstream services overlook.
During the interview, Sonia shared the day-to-day realities of running a grassroots organisation, the resilience required to support women navigating complex crises, and the determination behind keeping our doors open. The piece underscored how Hull Sisters not only provides immediate safety and essentials, but actively upskills, empowers, and builds the confidence of women from all ethnic backgrounds.
National coverage in publications like Grazia plays an invaluable role in amplifying the voices of minoritised women beyond local boundaries, demonstrating that grassroots activism in Hull has a powerful national resonance.
