What is Dope Soul Village’s Aim?

Hey friends, let’s talk about something really close to my heart—something that’s been brewing for a while now and has finally come together in the form of Dope Soul Village. When I started this journey, I wanted to build more than just a business. I wanted to create something that could actually make a difference in women’s lives. A community where we can come together, support each other, and most importantly, stand up for one another. This isn’t just about selling products. It’s about building the village that’s been promised to us, but hasn’t quite shown up. Let’s dive into why Dope Soul Village exists and what it’s all about.

The Heart of the Village: Building a Network of Support

Dope Soul Village is about creating a community for women, by women. We live in a world that doesn’t always make it easy for us to succeed, especially when it feels like every time we try to make strides, we’re met with another wall. Whether it’s sexism, misogyny, or just the systemic issues we face as women, the world can sometimes feel like a constant battle. That’s where the village comes in.

But here's the thing: This village isn’t some fairy tale idea that’s just going to magically appear. It’s up to us to build it ourselves, and that’s exactly what we’re doing at Dope Soul Village. Imagine a network where women can turn to one another for support, whether that’s legal advice, childcare, housing, or even getting a haircut without being overcharged. It doesn’t matter what your background is or what your profession is, we need it all. From lawyers to childminders, hairdressers to social workers, police officers to landlords—the village needs you. And here’s why: We can’t do it alone.

How You Can Help—It’s All About Giving What You Can

You might be thinking, “I don’t have a lot to give, how can I make a difference?” But trust me, every little bit counts. If you’re a lawyer who’s willing to offer free or discounted legal advice, or if you’re a hairdresser who can give a woman a free or discounted cut, we need you. If you have a space that’s available for rent, and you’re open to renting it out at a fair rate (or without the massive deposit that most of us can’t afford), we need you.

And hey, if you’re not in a position to offer any of those things, that’s totally okay. Donations are always welcome. And, even better, when you buy something from Dope Soul Village, you’re supporting the cause too. We donate 20% of profits directly to women in need, not to some rich CEO sitting in a high-rise somewhere. Every piece of Dope Soul Village merch you buy helps build this network. It’s all about community support—helping each other, no matter how big or small the contribution is.

The Need for Change: Fighting Back Against Corruption and Bullying

But let’s not sugarcoat things. The world isn’t exactly a friendly place for women, especially when it comes to getting justice. In my own experience, I’ve fought tooth and nail for what I believe is right. After facing years of abuse and corruption in the Ministry of Defence, my journey has been anything but easy. I’ve been silenced, blocked, and even targeted simply for speaking out. There are men—powerful men—who have no interest in seeing women succeed or finding justice. Ben Wallace, the former defence secretary, went so far as to put barriers in place to prevent anyone from speaking out about the corruption within the MoD. Hell, they even changed the laws to stop me from talking.

But you know what? I don’t care. I’ll knock on every door I need to. I’ll keep fighting, because that’s the only way things are going to change. Corruption, bullying, and injustice won’t stop unless we stand up and say enough is enough. We can’t keep letting men with power bully us into silence. We deserve justice, and that’s exactly what I’m fighting for. It’s not just for me—it’s for every woman who’s ever been silenced, manipulated, or told that her voice doesn’t matter.

Building the Village, One Step at a Time

It’s time for us to take the power back. This is bigger than just one woman’s story—it’s about all of us. I refuse to let this be the way things stay. So, with Dope Soul Village, I’m determined to build a real, actionable network of women supporting women. We’re creating a place where we can lean on each other, where we can share resources, offer help, and stand up for each other in ways that the system has failed to do for us.

We’re building the village that was promised to us, but we have to do it ourselves. So if you’re ready to get involved, whether it’s by offering your services, donating, or rocking that Dope Soul Village merch to show your support, this village needs you. Together, we can create a space where women can thrive, fight for justice, and make sure that we never stand alone again.

Let’s make it happen.

With love and solidarity,
Sam from Dope Soul Village.