Michelle Charters Awarded OBE in 2024 King’s Birthday Honours
Michelle Charters, Head of the International Slavery Museum, has been awarded an OBE for her outstanding services to…
Giving Back to the Community & Sport
The Orah Sports Academy existence is to empower and bring about a positive mindset change in the talented…
Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage announces the first 15 women who will be featured in 100 Black Women Who Have Made A Mark
Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage is delighted to announce 100 Black Women Who Have Made A Mark,…
Philanthropist and entrepreneur Richard Acheampong Launches ‘Books4Buildings’ to Transform African Education
Ghanaian-born lawyer, philanthropist, author and entrepreneur Richard Acheampong, father of the first UK Children’s Parliament Prime Minister, Harry…
Black Children 6.5 Times More Likely to be Strip Searched by Police
A recent analysis by the Runnymede Trust of Home Office data reveals that Black individuals, particularly children, face…
SKELETON CREW
“I’m not asking you to make up happy endings. All I’m asking is that you tell ’em they…
Historical English building gives back to Windrush and the Black Heroes Foundation
Join us on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024, at the iconic Clapham Grand for a night filled with music,…
Yes We Can by Marie Williams
Black women you span the world You span the universe, You span the continents You span the villages,…
Sadie Alexander by Sasha Cumming
Lost in the white pages of “Econ101”, in lecture theatres and honorary libraries, is Sadie Alexander, the economist….
Resilient Queens: A Salute to Our Sisters by Ebunoluwa Allen
The winner of the National Black History Month Poetry Competition in the Young Teens category was ‘Resilient Queens:…
Linton Kwesi Johnson: The Revolutionary Poet and Cultural Activist
Linton Kwesi Johnson’s name is synonymous with revolutionary poetry and cultural activism. As a pioneering voice in dub…
WATCH: Toni Morrison’s Unforgettable Narratives: “Beloved” and “The Bluest Eye
Toni Morrison, born Chloe Ardelia Wofford on February 18, 1931, was an American author, editor, and professor whose…
Exploring the Legacy of Andrea Levy: A Groundbreaking Writer of the Black British Experience
Andrea Levy was born on March 7, 1956, in London, England, to Jamaican parents who migrated to Britain…
Bayard Rustin: A Gay Man in the Civil Rights Movement.
Bayard Rustin was an unsung hero whose indomitable spirit and relentless dedication carved a pivotal path in the…
Lubaina Himid – The Artist Breaking Barriers in Contemporary Art
Lubaina Himid is a name that resonates powerfully in the world of contemporary art. As a pioneering figure…
10 Books by Black British Authors You Should Read
Black History Month is a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage, history, and achievements of Black people….
Discover the Powerful Voice of Sir Willard White with Composer Debbie Wiseman, OBE
Join composer, conductor, and Viking godmother Debbie Wiseman, OBE, as she hosts the extraordinary Sir Willard White for…
Mary Seacole – Braver than A Soldier: A Nurse Ready to Save Lives by Ione Knight
On the edge of London there she stood A spot of black in a sea of white On…
A Journey of Love and Care: Sharon’s Story of Becoming a Foster Carer
I became a foster carer because I love working with children. One day, I decided I wanted to…
Free Raffia Workshop for Young Adults to Celebrate Windrush Day!
Tihara Smith has partnered with Hotel Elephant to deliver a free embroidery workshop for young people aged 16-21! With support from Southwark Council’s Windrush…
