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COLUMNIST: WILLIAM GOMES

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Understanding the PDA Series: A Comprehensive Service

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Welcome to this in-depth guide covering the entire

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Delays and administrative failures in a key government employment support scheme are putting the jobs of disabled people ...

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The audiobook edition of

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I, William Gomes, Director of

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An audiobook for moments when coping feels harder than before

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Exploring Fantasy as the Structure of Emotional Life In Episode 10 of The William Gomes Podcast, William turns ...

Jan 28, 2026 | Feature Article

In Episode 9 of The William Gomes Podcast, William Gomes offers a thoughtful and accessible exploration of one of the mo ...

Jan 26, 2026 | Feature Article

A Thoughtful Exploration of Lack In

Jan 25, 2026 | Feature Article

Desire is often spoken about as something personal, chosen, or directed towards fulfilment. In this episode of The Willi ...

Jan 25, 2026 | Feature Article

In Episode 6 of The William Gomes Podcast, William offers a careful and thoughtful introduction to Lacan rsquo;s concept ...

Jan 23, 2026 | Feature Article

In this episode of The William Gomes Podcast, William turns his attention to Lacan rsquo;s Symbolic Order and the quiet ...

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Understanding Lacan rsquo;s Imaginary Order

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Episode 3 of The William Gomes Podcast offers a clear and thoughtful entry into one of the most influential ideas in psy ...

Jan 20, 2026 | Feature Article

In Episode 2 of The William Gomes Podcast, I explore one of Jacques Lacan rsquo;s most influential ideas: the cla ...

Jan 19, 2026 | Feature Article

This opening episode of The William Gomes Podcast begins a

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Across education, healthcare and employment, autism is often discussed in terms of systems, strategies and outcomes. Wha ...

Jan 17, 2026 | Feature Article

Episode 34 of The William Gomes Podcast offers a thoughtful and timely reflection on how autism is understood, moving be ...

William Gomes
William Gomes

William Gomes is a freelance journalist and human rights activist
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William Gomes, a British-Bangladeshi from York, North Yorkshire, UK, is a prominent anti-racism campaigner and advocate for the rights of displaced people in the United Kingdom. He actively engages in speaking out against racism both locally and nationally.

Throughout his career, William has contributed to various publications such as The Huffington Post, Open Democracy, The Tablet, The Big Issue, The Yorkshire Post, Yorkshire Bylines, Counter Currents, and Counterpunch. He has also held positions with an international human rights organisation and an Italian news agency. Previously, he focused on addressing human rights violations in Bangladesh, including torture, extrajudicial killings, and enforced disappearances. William diligently collaborates with numerous human rights organisations to raise public awareness of global human rights violations, advocate for justice, and hold perpetrators accountable.

Currently, William is pursuing his doctorate at the University of Essex. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Counselling, Coaching, and Mentoring from York St. John University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling. Additionally, he earned a Master's degree in Refugee Care, jointly offered by the University of Essex and The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. His academic achievements and experience underscore his commitment to social justice and advocacy.

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