One Human Family: Activism, Respect, and Belonging in Exeter
Exeter Stories24 Dec 2025

One Human Family: Activism, Respect, and Belonging in Exeter

In this deeply moving conversation, Dr Suaad Genem, founder of the Exeter Respect Festival and former Exeter councillor, shares her remarkable journey from Haifa to Exeter.

We discuss:

  • Her belief in universalism: “every piece of land is my land, every human my family.”
  • The founding of Exeter Respect Festival, celebrating diversity, equality, and community spirit for over 25 years.
  • Experiences as a human rights campaigner, Sufi-inspired activist, and one of Exeter’s first women of colour elected to office.
  • The power of joy, music, and storytelling in breaking down prejudice and building unity.
  • What “Respect” truly means for a city, and how Exeter can continue to grow as an inclusive, compassionate community.

Resources & Links

  • Exeter Respect Festival
  • Devon United Women FC
  • St Sidwell’s Community Centre

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