Interview with Ian Thomas CBE, Town Clerk and Chief Executive of the City of London Corporation
For Black History Month 2026, Jerome Williams, Director of EDI at City Bridge Foundation, speaks with Ian about…
Sergeant Afua Amponsa -Taking Up Space and Leaving the Door Open
She speaks to Black History Month Magazine about her unexpected journey into the British Army, the importance of…
Lord Woolley of Woodford
Simon Woolley, Baron Woolley of Woodford, has devoted his public life to a simple but powerful principle: Britain’s…
Pauline Campbell: Community, Courage and the Fight for Justice
Campbell’s story has been shaped by family, identity, racism, setbacks, renewed confidence and a lasting commitment to justice….
Dr Wanda Wyporska: Honouring Communities, History and the Power of Being Heard
When Dr Wanda Wyporska speaks about community, she is careful not to use the word in the singular. …
Dominion Ojeli – Representation Means Taking Action
For Dominion Ojeli, representation carries a responsibility to act. His submission to Honouring Black Britain 2026 expresses a…
A Fireside Chat with Professor Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE
Professor Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE has spent much of her life challenging assumptions about who belongs in science and…
Glenice Allison -Helping Others Feel Seen, Supported and Valued
Glenice is a true superstar who embodies the spirit of service, community advocacy and transformational change that sits…
Councillor Rahima Farah – Building Trust, Bringing Communities Together
It is with great pride that I celebrate Councillor Rahima Farah, whose leadership and community commitment have made…
Patrick Burrows – Fighting, Smiling and Determined
Patrick has lived in Wembley, North London, all his life. Many people know him through his work as…
Tase Oputu: Leading Pharmacy into a New Era
Tase Oputu’s election as the first President of the Royal College of Pharmacy in 2026 marked a significant…
Sado Jirde – Building Power Across the South West
Sado Jirde is a movement builder in the truest sense of the word. At a time when commitments…
The S.Hi.Ne Committee – Creating Belonging in Higher Education
For many women working or studying in higher education, entering a university does not automatically bring a sense…
Dr Cheryl Diane Parkinson – Helping Young People See Themselves in Stories
I would like to honour Dr Cheryl Diane Parkinson for her sustained daily leadership, professional excellence, cultural contribution…
Corporal Caleb Jones – Service, Self-Belief and Supporting Others
From growing up in Grenada to supporting troops in Norway’s extreme cold, Corporal Caleb Jones has built an…
The Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin: Faith, Courage and Community
For Bishop Rose Hudson-Wilkin, community is not an abstract idea. It is about how people treat one another…
Dr Agatha Nortley-Meshe – Opening Doors for Black Leaders in Healthcare
Dr Agatha Nortley-Meshe has shown courage, integrity and compassion throughout her career, caring for patients while helping other…
Limahl Buntyn – Giving Young People Someone to Trust
I am proud to nominate Limahl for Honouring Black Britain 2026, in recognition of his exceptional service, leadership…
Dr Francis Ifedapo Awolowo – Opening Doors for Black Scholars
Every transformative movement begins with individuals who challenge the limitations imposed by existing systems. For many Black and…
Salome Mare-Walsh – Creating Meaningful Change Wherever She Goes
It is a great privilege to celebrate Salome Mare-Walsh as part of Black History Month. Salome is a…
