In conversation with Louise Hare and De Velma McClymont. In Celebration of Our Sisters
Louise Hare and Dr Velma McClymont will be discussing their writing and taking part in a book signing…
Black History Event Highlights
Honouring Ancestors: A Sacred Tradition in Haiti, Africa, and Latin America
This sacred practice is particularly prevalent in Haiti, Africa, and Latin America, where it plays a central role…
Saluting Our Sisters: Commemorating the Outstanding Contributions of Black Women Veterans Louise and Valerie
The Royal British Legion (RBL) is the UK’s largest charity dedicated to supporting the needs of the Armed…
Phillis in London
Phillis Wheatley was born in Africa (most likely in Senegal) in 1753 or 1754. When she was about…
Hackney School Children to Herald Windrush Heroes at the Hackney Empire
Inspired by Flip Fraser’s legendary production: Black Heroes in the Hall of Fame, which was staged at the…
‘Saluting Our Sisters’ at The National Archives
The National Archives holds more than 11 million national records, including records relating to the experience and influence…
Empowering Change: A Conversation with Clarissa Angus, Championing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at The National Archives
Q: Which sisters do you salute? A: I could go on forever about the sisters I salute. There…
Soul Survivor: Soul Legend PP Arnold in conversation
From her origins in powerhouse church gospel, Arnold’s performing career began at the age of just seventeen when…
Dreams, love and determination.
This year, Black History Month will be dedicated to honouring black women who have made remarkable contributions to literature, music,…
WoW BHM23: Great War to Race Riots Walking Tour
The race riots of 1919 were a watershed moment for Liverpool’s longstanding black community. On the night of…
SABA Charity Network Celebrates the Windrush Musical Legacy at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre
London, 26 July 2023 – SABA Charity Network, a performing arts, community media and creative microbusiness support charity,…
WATCH: New data shows Black community aren’t confident they could spot the signs of a heart attack
Furthermore, almost half (45%) claimed they would not call 999 if they or a loved one were displaying…
Women Of The Lens Film Festival announces submissions for its sixth Festival.
Women Of The Lens Film Festival invites British and international producers and filmmakers to submit their films, web-series…
Staying Power: Unity through Community
Join us for an evening of discussion, featuring perspectives from academics, students, and artists from across the West…
Lemn Sissay: An Evening of Poetry and Conversation
For the past decade, Lemn Sissay has composed a short poem as dawn breaks each morning. Life-affirming, witty…
The Roberts Institute of Art presents: Rachel Jones, ‘Hey, Maudie’
‘Hey, Maudie’ inaugurates RIA’s Practising Performance programme, which provides artists with unique opportunities to expand their work through…
Over A Barrel: Windrush Children, Tragedy and Triumph
This interactive experience explores the profound impact of separation and reunion, isolation and belonging, as well as the…
#BlackHistoryMonth – with Dr Velma McClymont
Join Dr Velma McClymont as she discusses the importance of BHM; the black presence in London pre-20th century;…
Literary Activism in Contemporary Africa
African writers like Ngugi wa Thiong’o, Chinua Achebe, Obi Wali and poets Christopher Okigbo and Stella Nyanzi have…
Pablo Fanque Blue Plaque Unveiling
Pablo Fanque was the first black circus owner in Britain. He began his own circus in 1842 and…
