About Yvonne John
Public Speaker | Author | Facilitator | Photographer
I am a British author and activist for the Childless women of colour. I wrote my book out of the anger for me and the other childless women who were not being heard or listened to by the circles we find ourselves in. ‘Dreaming of a Life Unlived: Intimate Stories and Portraits of Women Without Children’, was conceived out of love and understanding and born to give women like me the permission to unashamedly own our stories. I am a public speaker who has appeared on numerous radio and television programmes, including BBC Radio 4’s ‘Woman’s Hour’. I am known as the leading voice for the women of colour’s experience around infertility, as well as creating an inclusive space for black women and women of colour to openly talk about their childless journey.
I am a graduate of the Gateway Women’s 2016’s year-long Plan B Mentorship Programme, a licensed Gateway Women workshop facilitator (GWS) and World Childless Week Champion. I work in the NHS and am also an accomplished photographer.
Events
I regularly speak at a range of events and podcasts about my journey and experience as a black childless not by choice (CNBC) woman in society and in the workplace.
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Walking Alone
As I sit here reflecting on the week I spent in Turkey I am reminded of the importance of self care. I came away on my own (I would say Turkey chose me as my only requirement was to be on my own and be in the sun). A Journey of Reflection and Renewal As I sit...
Shirley Chisholm: Redefining a Legacy Beyond the Traditional Role of Motherhood
"If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair" I watched the recent Netflix film about Shirley Chisholm's remarkable journey as a political pioneer and advocate for change. As the first black woman in Congress, her legacy inspires countless...
Honouring the Childless: Mother’s Day Tribute
My tribute to those of us living with the loss of motherhood this mOthers Day. Click the image to my YouTube video.