Is the UK policing system pruning branches while the roots remain toxic? You Can’t Build Justice on “Contaminated Soil.”
Today, “root and branch reform” is the phrase on everyone’s lips- UK Policing is under the SSF Lens.But what does that actually mean in practice? In my latest case study and podcast, I explore the UK’s proposed policing reforms through the lens of two powerful tools:🧠 The Bias Impact Tree🧭 The Six Stages Framework (SSF) […]
Is Your Family a Safe Place to Be Different?
Think about the last time you were with your family. Are there certain conversations that make everyone go quiet? Topics about race, gender, identity, or disability that cause discomfort, defensiveness, or a swift change of subject? If these questions bring a knot to your stomach, you’re not alone. Most families navigate these unspoken rules, often […]
Black Children: The Intersection of Racial Inequity and Systemic Failure in UK Educational Psychology
Introduction: A Dual Crisis Failing Black Children The United Kingdom’s system for supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is confronting a profound dual crisis. The first is a collapse of structural capacity, driven by chronic underfunding, a severe shortage of skilled professionals, and overwhelming statutory demand. The second is a deep-seated cultural […]
Forget New Year’s Resolutions: 4 Counter-Intuitive Ways to Plan a Year of Real Impact
A reflective framework for creating deeper, lasting change. It’s a familiar story: the burst of January optimism that fades into the quiet guilt of a forgotten gym pass or an unwritten business plan. We make lists, (New Year’s Resolutions) set ambitious goals, and promise ourselves this will be the year of change. Yet, most resolutions […]
A Survival Guide: Finding Your Place in the 12 Stages of Christmas
A square graphic split in half. On the left, a woman sits curled up in the snow under a dark, wintry sky, representing sadness and emotional withdrawal. On the right, a warm golden glow surrounds a family exchanging gifts near a Christmas tree. In the center, bold text reads “Feeling More Fake Than Festive?” with the subtitle “12 Stages of Christmas.” A color-coded emotional scale runs along the bottom, from -6 to +6.
🎧 Understanding Young People – A Journey Through the Six Stages Framework with SX
What happens when a 14-year-old is misunderstood by the very systems meant to support him?
In this episode, Dr. Shungu H. M’gadzah explores the real-life story of SX — a creative, articulate teenager navigating emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, and hidden cognitive needs after a medical trauma. Using the Six Stages Framework, we walk through seven mindsets that shape how professionals respond to behaviour — from judgement and minimisation to empathy, allyship, and systemic change.
💡 Key Themes:
Behaviour as communication
Supporting neurodivergent students
Trauma-informed education
The power of professional mindset
Creating inclusive and equitable systems
📘 This is essential listening for educators, psychologists, SENCOs, social workers, and anyone working with young people with hidden disabilities.
Denial, Politics, and the Spectrum of Racism: A Reflection Through the SSF Lens
By Dr. Shungu H. M’gadzah You know in public life, words are everything. They’re chosen carefully—especially when someone is trying to deny something. So today, we’re decoding the language of political denial and asking:What does it really tell us when public figures are pushed on the topic of racism? Watch the video below 🎙️ Let’s […]
Tired of treating the symptoms of inequity while the root causes remain untouched? The Bias Impact Tree
🚨 Tired of treating the symptoms of inequality while the root causes remain untouched? By Dr. Shungu Hilda M’gadzah Educational Psychologist | Inclusion Psychologists Ltd | Creator of the Six Stages Framework 1.0 Introduction: The Imperative for a Deeper DEI Strategy For too long, traditional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts have focused on treating […]
🦠 The Racism Virus: Understanding Transmission, Carriers, and Collective Vulnerability
By Dr. Shungu Hilda M’gadzah Educational Psychologist | Inclusion Psychologists Ltd | Creator of the Six Stages Framework 🧭 Executive Summary What if racism behaved like a virus? What if it spread through invisible carriers, evolved through social media, and became more dangerous during times of uncertainty? This article explores racism and human bias as […]
The “Less So” Method: A Surprising New Approach to Dismantling Your Own Prejudice
“It’s a process. Change isn’t immediate. It takes time, reflection, and daily practice.”
