#Cultural diversity in London

[the-proeducator-blog]

Studying in London VS Other UK Cities: Lifestyle and Cultural Exposure

When it comes to deciding where to study in the UK, lifestyle and cultural exposure often play a significant role. London’s fast-paced energy and unmatched cultural diversity attract thousands of international students, while smaller cities offer a more relaxed, intimate environment with their own unique charm. So, which one is right for you? Let’s explore the differences in cultural opportunities, social life, and diversity between London and other UK cities to help you make an informed decision.

Discover more about Studying in London VS Other UK Cities and find the perfect fit for your academic and personal journey!

London: The Cultural Powerhouse of the UK 🌍🎭

London is often described as a melting pot of cultures, offering an unparalleled range of opportunities for students to immerse themselves in a global lifestyle.

Cultural Diversity in London 🌎

London is home to over 300 languages and people from every corner of the globe.

Events like Notting Hill Carnival and Chinese New Year celebrations highlight the city’s vibrant multiculturalism.

Food lovers can explore authentic cuisines from Indian curry houses in Brick Lane to Korean BBQ spots in Soho.

Social Life in London 🕺✨

London’s nightlife is legendary, with countless clubs, bars, and live music venues.

Iconic spots like Camden Market and Shoreditch offer trendy hangouts for students.

The city is rich in world-class attractions such as the British Museum, Tate Modern, and West End theatres, many of which offer discounts for students.

Cultural Opportunities 🎨📚

As a student, you can explore free museums, galleries, and historic landmarks, including the National Gallery and Tower of London.

London hosts major cultural events like the BFI London Film Festival and Frieze Art Fair.

Networking events, workshops, and seminars held in the city allow students to connect with professionals from various industries.

Other UK Cities: Charm, Intimacy, and Community 🌳🏰

While London thrives on its cosmopolitan nature, smaller UK cities like Manchester, Glasgow, and Brighton offer a more laid-back lifestyle that is just as culturally enriching.

Cultural Diversity in Smaller Cities 🌏

Smaller cities are no strangers to diversity. Cities like Birmingham and Leicester are also hubs for multicultural communities.

These cities often celebrate local festivals, such as Diwali in Leicester or Manchester’s International Festival, which bring people together.

Students get a chance to experience a blend of local and international cultures in a more intimate setting.

Social Life in Smaller Cities 🎉

Social life in cities like Leeds and Sheffield revolves around student unions, cozy pubs, and community events.

Smaller cities have thriving music and arts scenes, with affordable entry to gigs, theatres, and exhibitions.

You can enjoy the same level of fun as in London but at a fraction of the cost.

Cultural Opportunities 🎭📸

Many smaller cities boast historic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, York Minster, or the Roman Baths in Bath.

Universities in these cities often collaborate with local communities to organize cultural festivals, workshops, and volunteering opportunities.

Natural attractions such as the Lake District, Scottish Highlands, or the beaches of Brighton provide a perfect escape for students.

Which Lifestyle Fits You Best? 🤔

London is for You If:

You love the thrill of fast-paced city life.

You want endless opportunities to explore art, culture, and global cuisines.

Networking and large-scale cultural events are a priority.

Smaller UK Cities are for You If:

You prefer a closer-knit community and a slower pace of life.

You’re looking for a mix of local traditions and international culture.

Budget-friendly entertainment and living are more important to you.

Whether you’re drawn to London’s buzzing energy or the peaceful charm of smaller UK cities, your choice will define your experience as a student. Explore more about Studying in London VS Other UK Cities and start building your dream life in the UK!

💡 Pro Tip: Your lifestyle preferences and budget will be your best guide in choosing the perfect city. Let your journey begin! 🚀

[leefi]

growing up by chicago has spoiled me rotten. i visit any other major metropolitan city and my reaction is always …oh! is that it?

[georgefairbrother]

A masterclass here from late British actor and comedian Tommy Godfrey (1916-1984), in cockney rhyming slang. Or as Giovanni, played by George Camiller, might have put it; "cock-eyed slanging rhyme". Three series of Mind Your Language, made by London Weekend Television, ran through 1977-79, and there was a revival for one series in 1986, a total of 42 episodes. It was set in a night school teaching English to immigrants.

Although later controversial for its portrayal of racial stereotypes, the series enjoyed massive success internationally, and was a particular hit in South Asia.

Also featured in this clip are the late Barry Evans, playing the teacher, and students Albert Moses (1937-2017), George Camiller and Kervork Malikyan.

Jacki Harding (Anna) and Kervork Malikyan (Max) - right image shared by Kervork Malikyan on Twitter

[theaesthetelondon]

[pinkcadillaccas]

Still so pissed and baffled about the time someone on my dash said that London was just like Paddington in real life after talking about how disappointing ny and Paris are and I responded being like lol this is not true I'm afraid because it's so not true and they started arguing with me about how I don't know anything about London! Like bby girl I lived there at the time, my sister lives there, my aunt and cousins live there, I know London! And Paddington is such a fantasy London it's unbelievable, you cannot escape the highly visible poverty even in the fanciest areas. London is a lot of things, some amazing some awful, but one thing it absolutely fucking is not is "paddington in real life"

[bristolchurch]

The Economy of Christian Compassion

In exploring the dynamics of modern church practices, it’s essential to critically assess the shift towards a more transactional mindset. The concept of a “unit price” in the context of church engagement raises concerns about the commodification of spiritual experiences. As churches adopt worldly methodologies focused on profitability, there’s a risk of losing the essence of selfless service and…

[writingwithcolor]

It wouldn’t be historically accurate for my story to include BIPOC!

This is an argument often made about European-style fantasy media like Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, and Disney’s Frozen. Audiences, often white, assume that due to the majority-white setting, adding any visible number of BIPOC to the story would be unrealistic.

What these critics fail to realize is that BIPOC do in fact live, and have lived, in these settings, and records of BIPOC presence in places assumed to be majority-white have been buried, written out, or not taught due to white supremacist and/or colonial bias in the field of history. There are historical European settings that were far more diverse than is often portrayed. Consider:

The Moorish Empire exerted an extensive influence over life and culture in Southern Europe from Spain from 711 to 1492

The Ottomans were heavily involved in European affairs up until the treaty of Karlowitz in 1699, but still considered a part of Europe even through the 19th century

The sheer size of the Roman Empire ensured the continued movement of people from various backgrounds within the Mediterranean well until the end of the Byzantine Empire.

“Historical accuracy” should not be used as an excuse for media to be exclusively white in its casting. While there are places which are or were predominantly white, there will always be factors like global trade and immigration that bring multiculturalism to their doors.

And even if the presence of a certain demographic is unrealistic for a certain setting? Consider that we’ve accepted far worse inaccuracies in historical fiction in the name of artistic license. Consider that our understanding of human history is, and will always be, incomplete.

Further Reading:

Historically Diverse London, “Historical Accuracy,” and Creator Accountability

Making a Black Pride and Prejudice Resonate

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-Writing With Color

[dailyoverview]

London, England, is the capital and most populous city of the United Kingdom. Situated on the River Thames, London is the world’s most-visited city as measured by international arrivals and is recognized for having a diverse range of peoples and cultures. More than 300 languages are spoken within the Greater London area.

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[fiuworks]

MAGPRIDE!!

hi yall!! ive just about recovered from a hectic day at london pride (very awesome, i got barricade for the parade for most of it, my throat hurts from cheering it was very good) and i thought about the archives having a fun day at pride too because my brain is rotted (also these r just my headcanons please don't whack me for these or what you think i should believe (outside the objective canon truth) i beg) (also i didnt colorpick some of these so .)

while i have you, please make sure to do your daily clicks at arab.org, please PLEASE consider donating to a gofundme on the Operation Olive Branch spreadsheet (will link both below) and remember that just speaking out and using your platform and voice, however small, will make a big change! remember: pride is a protest! never forget the difference we could make as a community! it is the LGBTQIA+ community that has stood up in the past to fight for equality, and we can keep going as we mean to go on!

if you'll just allow me to get on my soapbox a bit about pride:

i've only been to one pride previously in 2019 and didnt go again because of covid and other things, so this is the first proper time ive been out to pride with freinds freshly graduated settled in my trans and queerness bla bla and it was just absolutely amaaazing....just to witness so many kinds of people marching for a common sense of unity was so brilliant! you also get to see how much of your community is spread through institutions that often take us for granted like the NHS to name one, or how queer people are fighting for healthcare- i saw so many marching squads for so many medical causes, and what warmed my heart was that there were so many community elders marching in the parade, and what have you! there were also little squads for residential areas and stuff and it was so refreshing to see a city usually so divided come together........weeehhh

just to see it made me feel weepy after i had taken a moment to get home and decompress- it's really another thing entirely to feel like you really do belong somewhere! in the words of one of my favourite songs- do try to make a little birdhouse in your soul for your people- get people together! spread culture! promote diversity! advocate for causes! love! cheer! hug! i love you!!!

[sgiandubh]

Yes. Toddlers are 3 and below. However this doesn't mean Sam doesn't know her as a friend nor mean he hasn't met her son, as they are friends, not dating. We all know they had lunch as friends, he cheered her at event as friend. Photos and video prove this. The park story is a story, no photos, no proof of any of it being real. Before you go there, yes video he and Caitriona had some hug/peck at a concert, but still no proof of marriage, nor romantic anything or intoxication. Believe what you want, beliefs aren't truths.

Dear Beliefs Aren't Truths Anon,

Congratulations, you have won the Weekly Audio bingo, since I am now speaking with more ease:

Excuse me, but... you accuse me of lying?

With such desperate arguments?

A question in return for you, Anon: did you, by any chance, grow up with a single/divorced parent?

I did. And while I have discussed at great length Sarah H's irresponsible ways of exposing her underage son to Internet's predatory scrutiny (and potentially worse), I can assure you:

No single/divorced mother would bring along her son for Hogmanay at some vague, single, male friend's house.

No single/divorced mother would send her son for a walk in the park, on a Sunday early (and chilly) morning with that same vague, single, male friend of hers.

Unless they date. Which we both agree they weren't.

The above are simply not done. Not ever, not in any culture on Earth.

So, if they are friends (as you say), that means you guys spent literally months in a row in empty, mendacious speculation about Nothing At All, triggered by the fanfic written by a troll. I mean, just WOW, Anon. I have no words: mature women, who have a life, peeking into a stranger's whereabouts. I hope you are proud of yourself!

And doll - I happen to believe they were mutually beneficial acquaintances, for a very clear purpose (more followers for her and a naive diversion from his real life, aka the Elephant in the Room, for him). That is all. Things have noticeably chilled since she overexposed her son on the Web, yet she might make a cameo later on the timeline, if desperation requires it. Happened before, you see.

And yes, I will always go back 'there', Anon, simply because I know what I saw with my own eyes (and I am not the only one). Also, you seem to fail making the logical difference between being intoxicated with alcohol (one of your side's most pathetic, ludicrous 'arguments' ever ) and being infatuated with someone. That is how I know your English vocabulary is as poor as your logic or common sense, Anon. And I am sorry, so fucking sorry to bother you, buttercup, but that Taylor Swift kiss was caught on video alright.

Thank you for confirming toddlers are aged 3 and below, in the meanwhile. And thank you for confirming that basically three months after I finally published that Park Anon I was sent (https://www.tumblr.com/sgiandubh/751391542332325888/i-always-read-the-comments-on-sams-posts-because), you are still as unsettled by it as on Day 1.

Now you tell me what that means, in your book, Anon. Because in mine that surely smells of slow burning despair.

[Later Edit, not on audio]: ah, yes, that friendly, ripe with innuendo London lunch. So long for that poor convenient imbecile, the Brazilian Journo, eh? She thought Sarah was his lover and here you are, Anon, bursting her post-teenage inacceptable bubble.

Wasn't she explaining with great impertinence that shippers were in need of immediate medical attention? I wonder what she would do if she'd meet me in an official capacity, really. Probably go hide and cry.

But this is great, Anon, I mean wow - you surely KNOW stuff, eh?

[graceofagodswrath]

Ok ok ok your "Humans of Transformers franchise are space orcs" rant is out of this world.

I detest with passion when humans are reduced to pets and plot devices when instead the story could be about two alien species finding one another equally amazing/terrifying for their own respective reasons.

Here is my question: do humans and Cybertronians see how eerily similar they are? They have love of music, familial relationships, similar urban infrastructure, societal structure, financial systems, competitive entertainment, organized societies and war, colonialism, recreational intercourse, marriage...

Not to mention, why was it never addressed how similar both species look: bipedal, waists, noses, cheekbones, 5 fingers, chins, facial expressions and sense of aesthetics and beauty? Sure, humans have hair but in rather strategic places.

Veins and wires, blood and energon, metal and flesh, nanobytes and blood cells, Sparks and brain impulses, sexual organs...

Imagine Autobots arrive on Earth for the first time expecting some primitive cave-dwellers, only to encounter a less advanced mini-version of Cybertronian cities (New York, Singapore, London, Rome, Tokyo, Rio, Dubai...) and societies running on scientific, artistic and philosophical development which has no right existing on the ruthless, all-organic planet such as Earth is. Societes run by creatures who 4.000.000 (the duration of their war) years ago were hanging from the trees btw.

Autobots would be terrified.

Lemme make sure this response saves this time, cause it took me a minute to answer cause my first deleted and I had so much written I got unbelievably angry and refused to even look at the tumblr app.

But here we are.

So, this is EXACTLY what I have been thinking about for who k owe how long. It’s also the intro to this wack as fuck universe idea I’ve had in my head a while, and have kinda hinted at in my other works, but I’ve never gone into detail about.

And I still won’t.

Anyways, yes. It’s crazy that we backlit humans so much when any other sentient species is about. Transformers, TMNT, etc (I’m on a one track mind, feel free to jot down any other fandoms I can’t think of). The main theme of these stories? HUMANS SUCK. And that is severely unfair. People want to cry about how much our generation doesn’t give a shit anymore. Have you SEEN the media we feed kids???

That’s why I live Humans are Space Orcs so much. It really puts into perspective how unique and batshit our species is.

So, onto the Transformers vs humans concepts. The ONLY reason (forgoing technoism and general hate towards organics) cybertronians don’t see humanity as an imminent threat, or one in general, is because of size. WE BE SMALL AF. Can’t blame them, I get it. We do the same. Insects? Fuck them mfs.

But have you seen a botfly or tick burrow into your skin? The infection that comes form that? Have you seen ants jump a small animal as a colony and absolutely shred it? Or a spider only biting you, and the horror the venom causes (recluses and huntsman’s specifically). We have a good fucking reason for disliking these mfs.

But transformers? These are organic experiences. Worst they go through are rust infections, spark death, the works. They are not at risk the same way we are. That is why they view organics as small and inconsequential. They have no idea how hard we fight to simply stay alive.

And now the similarities. It’s understandable that they wouldn’t immediately recognize the physical, cultural, and psychological similarities between our species. Transformers are an incredibly diverse race, like any other. But specifically in physical form. Your average cybertronian holds a similar appearance to your average human. We tend to have the same features, just with different names. Eyes, noses, faceplates, ears, two arms, two legs. Sure that’s average for them too. But they are unique because of the fact that they have two forms. Vehicle mode. Their mode decides what they’re second mode looks like, which can create extreme diversity is appearance. Small, large, many limbed or not.

So the immediate similarities probably wouldn’t jump out to them in an odd way. There’s also the idea that because they’re so spread out in the universe, they’ve seen other organic races that are also similar. Pairs of every body part could be the common denominator among species.

That goes culturally too. War, love, music, government, politics, it’s all a natural form of sentient evolution. Another common denominator. It’s how it’s done that makes it unique. And the similarities between human and cybertronian culture is uncomfortably familiar.

I think that’s why cybertronians are seen being closest with humans rather than other species in the shows and comics (obviously because the audience is human and they need relation to characters but shhhh forget that for a sec). This is where the theories start.

Let’s say cybertronians begin to recognize the weird similarities between our species. The really, really weird stuff. The itty bitty details. Like:

- how we also mainstream kissing on the lips as the top tier romantic gesture.

- use verbal tone and cues for our language.

- have intensely complicated interpersonal relationships in the exact same manner.

- suffer from extreme mental health issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD (I totally headcannon that forms of adhd, autism, and ocd exist in cybertronian society, have y’all not seen my boy rodimus prime??)

- will also destroy each other in the name of our gods, until we have a common enemy.

That’s just the basics I could come up with. The only time I actually saw a moment where a transformer genuinely take a moment to realize that humans can be a threat, was in transformers prime. Episode 6 of beast wars (I think, correct me if wrong), where Miko beats the ever loving fuck out of an insecticon (I think) and upon Megatron hearing this, just goes blank Kubrick stare for a hot second. Man had an ugly realization that did not fit in with anything he had experienced his whole life.

AND THEY NEVER FUCKING ADDRESSED IT EVER AGAIN. Sick of this shit. Could’ve had the most badass character development, where the humans actually proved useful and did something (it would have fit Milo’s character so perfectly too) and scared the utter shit out of the transformers. BUT NO. They continue to be annoying as fuck.

One thing I loved about TF Prime was that it canonically turned Unicron into Earth. And humans came from the earth. Which relates humans beings and cybertronians so hard. Cousins Fr. We are the cybertronian equivalent of organics, and transformers the inorganic equivalent of humans. The individuality, the chaos, the culture, it clicks. There is so much material to really go into it.

But they never do. Don’t get me wrong, I love Transformers lord and just discovering more without humans being involved. We’re just annoying af at this point. But there is so much u tapped potential in transformers actually taking the chance to LEARN about us. But we’re just friends (pets) to these mfs.

That’s why I love TF Earthspark so far. Transformers ingrained into human culture because they’re not from Cybertron, and cybertronians having to adapt to human culture because they have no where else to go. Granted, it’s a kids show. There’s only so much they can do. But I’m excited for where it’ll lead. It really shows how much of threat and ally humans are, and how we are just as diverse as cybertronians.

I need to write another fic about cybertronians meeting humans their size from our world tho. Need to continue my old piece. Would give me so much life. Y’all help motivate me, college draining my ass.

[queertranshappiness]

Here is this week's good queer and trans news (July 28th):

Tennessee will finally remove sex workers who have HIV from sex offender lists, after a lawsuit was settled in favour of sex workers, thank god (https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/07/tennessee-put-sex-workers-on-sex-offender-registry-for-having-hiv-they-will-be-removed/)

Trans Pride Brighton and London have recorded their largest attendances ever, with ~40,000 people and 55,000 people respectively marching through the cities to celebrate and advocate for trans lives (@/gaystarnews, @/londontranspride on Instagram)

Michigan has banned the 'gay/trans panic' legal defence, making it the 20th state overall to do so (https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/07/michigan-gov-gretchen-whitmer-signs-bill-banning-gay-or-trans-panic-defense/)

Queer Ass Folk, a live music night in Hastings highlighting queer songwriters and talent, has had a sold out first event, which is very good for queer culture (https://www.instagram.com/p/C9xdtgyCUwg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)

The first ever trans and gender diverse film festival in Ireland has been launched in Dublin, TITE (Trans Image, Trans Experiences), with submissions open from next month, and the festival itself scheduled for April next year (https://gcn.ie/trans-non-binary-film-festival-ireland/)

Hypersoft, a European queer dance music label and collective, has released their first ever charity compilation album, Soft Power Volume 1, with all proceeds going to trans charities TGEU and Mermaids (it's primarily a tech and progressive house album, and you can support it here: https://hypersoft.bandcamp.com/album/soft-power-vol-1-protect-trans-youth)

And a new HIV drug, when taken twice a year, has been shown to be highly effective at preventing infections in AFAB people in phase 3 trials, which is a good sign for a new treatment (https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/07/trial-shows-that-shot-taken-twice-a-year-very-effective-at-preventing-hiv-in-women/)

(Credit to: LGBTQ Nation, @/gaystarnews and @/transpridelondon, @/notaphaseorg, GCN and Hypersoft themselves for these stories.)

[flurrysahin]

writeblr intro!

about me

Hi there, I'm Florence (or Flor for short)! I'm a tech person by day, an artist by night, and a writer everywhere in between!

I set up this blog because I want to document my writing process whilst also being able to connect to fellow writers and get into a community! Since I'm new here and don't know anyone I'll give a follow to everyone who interacts with this post! ✧

writing

culturally/ethnically diverse characters

mostly contemporary about topics such as grief, identity, mental health - even though I am working on my first post-apocalyptic project rn

I would love to write more angst which I'm practicing atm

I keep it pretty PG (even though I like reading non-PG stuff I don't feel comfortable writing it myself)

there's always a little bit of romance lingering I guess but it's never the main story

WIPs

SUNFLOWER KILL

action / slife of life idk

Hitwoman of Turkish descent living in London visits her grandmother in Turkey over the summer, whose reality is completely different to hers

mood: funny, hopeful, exciting (hopefully)

SOMEWHERE BETTER

dystopian / post-apocalyptic duology

set in 2067 on a dirty sad earth (think a mix of Fallout wastelands and the earth depicted in Idiocracy)

the plague has taken over the world causing humanity to escape to mars colonies

native American / Mediterranean (I don't touch on cultural / traditional themes though as I am not native American myself, it wouldn't be authentic and I don't want to be accidentally insensitive) female main character with hearing aid (yeahhh!)

south American male side character who used to work at the colonization corporation and is now on the run

finished

road trip novel featuring a young woman of greek descent

Good Company | Novel [available here] (release date 24.07.2024)

True-Crime fan Sofia is still mourning the loss of her grandfather when she unexpectedly comes across his legacy in the form of a forgotten movie script. One thing leads to another and Sofia soon finds herself on a turbulent road trip along the West Coast, where she not only encounters weird strangers, bizarre delicacies, and odd museums but also has to prove herself as a getaway driver. Their destination is Los Angeles, where Sofia hopes to find not only answers but also traces of her grandfather and maybe even a piece of herself …

fun facts

I have four cats! (yes, four)

I love true-crime podcasts and forensic files (who doesn't?)

I'm vegan

I'm also an artist over ✧ here ✧

[hello-worldfanfic]

my drarry fic recs !

part 1 / ?

these fics will EXCLUSIVELY contain a Redeemed!Draco in his adulthood, happy endings, and a nice ratio of serious to funny! lotta these touch on wizarding politics and social issues, also most explicit scenes can be easily skipped over and aren’t integral to the stories. oh and i’ve starred my personal favorites!

also! obligatory fuck JKR! we support trans rights, anti-racism, and feminism on this blog!

The Liars Department by DorthyAnn ★

Teen & Up | 103k | 17/17 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | MinistryOfMagicEmployee!Draco | Auror!Harry | Harry Grows A Backbone In The Workplace | RomCom | Shenanigans | Draco In The Muggle World | Sassy Mirrors | Amazing OCs | Nonbinary Character | Draco Is Besties With His House Elf | House Elves | House Elf Culture | Draco Is A SPEW Follower | Second Chances | Political Intrigue | Progressive Politics In The HP-Verse | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Harry And Ron Actually Respect Hermione | Hermione Is A Badass In The Face Of Workplace Discrimination | Illustrated!

This is a story about Harry meeting up with Draco Malfoy four years after the war. And a story about Harry, well, not hating his job per say, but it's not like he has much to compare it to and it seemed fine. His whole life seemed fine. Then Malfoy came along with and his flashy suits and fast car making everything seem dull in comparison, and Harry... Harry couldn't just leave well enough alone.

Headlights in the Snow by Saras_Girl ★

Mature | 71k | 25/25 Chapters

KnightBusDriver!Draco | CharityWorker!Harry | Redeemed!Draco | Cozy | Advent Fic | Christmas | Diverse Characters | Amazing OCs | Cats! | Badass Old Ladies | The Boys Learn Work Life Balance | Second Chances

What’s big and purple and smells like tea? Harry is about to find out.

Here's The Pencil, Make It Work by ignatiustrout

Mature | 49k | 1/1 Chapters

CoffeeBarista!Draco | Redeemed!Draco | NoCareer!Harry | Bisexual!Harry | Harry Has A Bisexual Awakening | Harry Is Awkward | Draco In The Muggle World | Queer Community | Critical Of Hogwarts Culture | Diverse Characters | Draco Apologizes To Hermione | Second Chances | Mental Health | Diverse Characters | Amazing OCs

Harry thinks "Why is Malfoy working in a coffee shop in muggle London?" is a much simpler question than, "Are you going to accept that auror offer and, if you don't, what will you do?"

The Ordeal of Being Known by louisfake

Mature | 146k | 14/14 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | MindHealer!Draco | Auror!Harry | Draco Is A Tad OOC But That’s Just His Therapist-sona™ | Draco Is A SPEW Follower | Draco Is Besties With His House Elf | Draco Likes Muggle Things | Harry Grows A Backbone In The Workplace | Mystery | Political Intrigue | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Harry Unpacks His Childhood Trauma | Dumbledore Bashing | Scrabble | Second Chances | Harry Is The Burnt Out Gifted Kid Of All Time In This Fic

When Auror Potter is anonymously cursed with silence by being forced to hide his own voice inside his mind, there's unfortunately only one person in the country with the qualifications to fix it: Certified and Licensed Healer Legilimens, Draco Malfoy, specialist in Mind Curses and Afflictions. It's obviously a terrible idea, a disaster waiting to happen, but Draco's never been able to back down from a challenge... especially from Potter.

Like the Son Holds the Moon by louisfake

Mature | 49k | 8/8 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | Writer!Draco | Unspeakable!Harry | Redeemed!Narcissa | Harry Grows A Backbone In The Workplace | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Department Of Mysteries Corruption | Political Intrigue | Amazing OCs | Magical Theory | Draco Reconnects With Teddy And Andromeda | Second Chances | Harry Has Mommy Issues | Gratuitous Amounts Of Hair Braiding | Watercolors

Narcissa Malfoy is missing. Harry has no idea why the Unspeakables want him tagging along on the investigation, but he's not complaining. His job has never been this interesting. His job has never before involved observing a fit, long-haired Draco Malfoy around the clock, or noticing how good he smells, or burning his breakfasts. They're not paying him to ask questions, or notice when something is terribly wrong, or take matters into his own hands. Unfortunately, these are the things Harry Potter does best.

the measure of a memory by citrusbaby ★

Mature | 84k | 13/13 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | PoliticalActivist!Draco | Gay!Draco | Professor!Harry | Bisexual!Harry | Indian!Harry | Black!Hermionie | Lesbian!Ginny | Lesbain!Luna | Diverse Cast | Political Intrigue x1000 | International Wizarding Politics | Prison Reform | Blood Status Politics | Auror Corruption | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Magic Theory | RomCom | Mystery | Action | So Many Dates | Denial Is A River In Egypt And Harry Is Drowning In It | Draco Reconnects With Teddy And Andromeda | Second Chances | Does Harry Unpack His Childhood Trauma Or Does His Childhood Trauma Unpack Him | Progressive Politics In The HP-Verse | Harry And Ron Actually Respect Hermione | Draco Has Daddy Issues

Seven years after the end of the war, Harry has made a quiet life for himself, as Defense Against the Dark Arts professor. Dark magic looms just beyond the horizon, but all Harry wants is to be left out of it. Until Malfoy asks him to teach him the Patronus Charm. Harry agrees out of suspicion. No other reason.

Pop Up Pals by bambimoss

Explicit | 62k | 11/11 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | MinistryOfMagicEmployee!Draco | Lonely!Draco | Auror!Harry | Examining The Ethics Of The Ministry | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Mystery | RomCom | Draco Watches Muggle Romance Shows | Sympathetic Hermione (Her Thirst For Justice Knows No Bounds) | Second Chances

Draco Malfoy leads an ordered but rather unfulfilling life, working in a Ministry basement and residing in his cramped Muggle flat. Feeling underappreciated and horribly lonely, he purchases some special charms that allow him to conjure imaginary friends. Unfortunately, after becoming a suspect in a potions smuggling investigation, Draco is forced to surrender a month’s worth of memories for a Pensieve Probe. The aurors assigned to bear witness to his most private and embarrassing moments are none other than the Ministry ‘darlings’ Harry Potter and Ronald Weasley.

No Harm by Tessa Crowley (tessacrowley)

Explicit | 46k | 3/3 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | Healer!Draco | Auror!Harry | Draco Gets Put Through The Ringer | Harry Grows A Backbone In The Workplace | RomCom | Political Intrigue | Progressive Politics In The HP-Verse | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Auror Corruption | Harry Kinda Goes, Like, ACAB For Aurors | Class Issues | Healthcare Inequality | Draco Reconnects With Teddy And Andromeda | Second Chances

After a long, bloody war, Draco Malfoy just wants to do something good with his life for a change, and resolves to become a healer. But magical society refuses to make it easy for him, and an increasingly dramatic series of events—all of them instigated by Harry Potter—get him kicked out of med school, force him to live in exile, and threaten to destroy the new life he’s trying so desperately to build. But Harry isn’t instigating anything—at least not on purpose. He’s just trying to work up the nerve to ask him out. His efforts don’t appear to be going great.

Cut From the Sky by mallstars ★

Explicit | 150k | 24/24 Chapters

Redeemed!Draco | ShopOwner!Draco | Tailor!Draco | Unspeakable!Harry | Harry Grows A Backbone In The Workplace | Draco In The Muggle World | France | Time Loop | Ministry Of Magic Corruption | Department Of Mysteries Corruption | Cozy | Amazing OCs | Queer Community | Transfem Character | Miniature Making | Unexpected Ending | The Ending Is Still Happy And Hopeful Fear Not

"I'm stuck in a time loop, reliving November 2nd. This is the 111th time I've lived through today." Draco stilled. His moody eyes, the tension in his hands where he gripped onto his umbrella, the careful mask of blankness flickering over his face — everything about him was so difficult and so very dear to Harry. "Ah," said Draco, "and?"