Category: Politics, Feminism & History
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Invasion: confronting violence through sculptural form
Invasion, the first work in the SV: Sex by Violence series, is a stark and unflinching sculptural response to sexual violence. Using abrasive, industrial materials to evoke the body under assault, the piece confronts viewers with a visceral depiction of resistance, trauma and physical violation. Originally exhibited at Zauhouse Gallery in 2018, it remains a…
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The Branded Hotel: A Story About Abuse, Power, and Institutional Failure
After a disorienting night in a hotel, Sal is left to confront the weight of past trauma and its lasting effects. This short story explores survival, bipolar disorder, and the complex ways people cope in the aftermath of abuse.
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SV: Sex by Violence — A Sculptural Installation Exposing the Realities of Sexual Trauma
SV: Sex by Violence is a powerful sculptural installation by Alison Little that confronts the realities of sexual trauma through four visceral forms. Tracing a journey from violation to recovery, the work transforms the gallery into a space of reflection, activism, and collective witnessing—challenging audiences to engage with both the impact of violence and the…
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Virginia Giuffre’s Nobody’s Girl: Trauma, Memory, and Contested Details
A year after the death of Virginia Giuffre, her posthumous memoir Nobody’s Girl continues to spark discussion. This article explores its key themes—trauma, memory, and exploitation—alongside debated details, including her early experiences and time within the orbit of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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April Newsletter
April on alisonlittle.blog brings a rich mix of creativity, storytelling, and social reflection. From a month-long journey improving digital self-portraits to evocative flash fiction set on Crosby Beach and late-night city streets, this collection explores both artistic growth and human connection. There’s also a deep dive into surreal contemporary art in Liverpool, thoughtful reflections on…
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The London Marathon and the Rise of Women’s Urinals: Innovation or Misstep?
The London Marathon brings together thousands of runners—but long queues for women’s toilets remain a frustrating reality. With the introduction of “women’s urinals” aimed at reducing wait times, race day took an unexpected turn. Are these innovations a step toward equality, or do they miss the mark on practicality? Here’s what really happened at the…
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Fort Crosby Bunker: From Coastal Defence to Urban Art Space
Fort Crosby, a hidden coastal bunker between Crosby Beach and Hightown, has transformed from a First and Second World War defence site into an uncurated gallery of graffiti and street art. Inside its dim corridors, layers of tags, symbols and striking stencil portraits—featuring icons like Amy Winehouse and Marilyn Monroe—reflect themes of identity, memory and…
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Everton and Anfield Need a Library: A Community Campaign Growing in Strength
Outside the Kop at a Liverpool FC home game, local campaigners gathered to raise awareness about the ongoing fight to bring a library back to Everton and Anfield. Since the sudden closure of Breck Road Library in 2025, the community has been organising, leafleting, and demanding action to restore vital literacy, digital access, and social…
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Grand National 2026: The Controversy Behind the “Best Hat” Award
Are hats still a stylish essential—or an outdated, wasteful accessory? As the Grand National reintroduces a “Best Hat” category at Ladies’ Day, this article explores the environmental impact of occasion wear, the clash between tradition and sustainability, and smarter ways to dress stylishly without compromising the planet.
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The Meaning of the Rainbow: From Biblical Symbol to Modern Icon of Hope and Diversity
A symbol of hope, diversity, and renewal—the rainbow’s meaning has transformed across cultures and generations.