Seven years of creating answers to ‘My Big Question’?
Back in November 2010, I wrote a short article entitled ‘My Big Question’. This reflective piece was curious…
Opinion
‘Black History Month’: in retrospect
We welcome you to Black History Month Magazine, the leading source for Black History events taking place in…
So Black history month is 30 years old in the UK and 90 years old in the USA, is it still relevant, should it continue?
The reason the event was created in the first place was to correct the deliberate destruction done to…
Acknowledging and commemorating African Diaspora histories and heritage
Over the past three decades autumn has become synonymous with the showcasing and promotion of exhibitions and events…
Job not done: 30 years on from the historic election of four black MPs, we have no call to feel smug about diversity in parliament
This was a journey that had begun with the Black Power movement of the 1960s and continued with…
We Wouldn’t Write ‘Afro-Caribbean’ Today, But Is ‘People Of Colour’ OK Now?
Whilst we won’t be there to formally take issue with the “Descent” part of its name, we’ve inputted…
AUNTIE: THE OPEN DOOR REVIEW
The hardest thing a performer can ask of a small crowd is audience participation. The smaller the audience,…
Putting Black Britons First
But I would argue that it’s preferable for black history events to be showcased throughout the year –…
What is the issue with natural African-Caribbean hair?
As the solicitor who had conduct of the school exclusion “cornrows case”, G v St Gregory’s Catholic Science…
WATCH: ‘Too Little, Too Late’ by Yogi Rose
THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG Fancying myself to be something of a scribbler, I had just finished two…
Racism Does Exist and it is Rife Everywhere
When applying for such a competitive course like Medicine I was aware that there would be a lack…
An Open Letter to National Express
It has come to my attention that a paying customer was kicked off of your Bristol to London…
What Black History Month Means to Me – Pauline Henry
As a fellow Jamaican, and Musician, Black History give me the opportunity to reflect on the roles Jamaicans…
Why Do You Call Yourself Black?
I’m always reminded of something my mother used to say when people ask me this (and I have…
Dr Patrice Baptiste: I Aim To Inspire
My name is Dr. Patrice Baptiste. I graduated from University College London (UCL) during the year 2013. I…
