Chief Petty Officer Evadne Gordon Royal Navy Reservist
Evadne Gordon from Hackney, London, was just 19 years old when she joined the Royal Naval Reserve as…
First World War Service and Sacrifice – Louis Achoy (1896-1918)
A Trinidadian as a 19-year-old sailor he was recruited in Newcastle upon-Tyne by the Northumberland Fusiliers, 1st Tyneside…
Second World War Service and Sacrifice – Hubert ‘Baron’ Baker (1925-1996)
Born in Jamaica in 1925, Baker came to Britain in 1944, aged 19. Baker joined the RAF as…
An interview with Emmanuel Bajiiji
Part of: Push Festival 2021 , Candy FlossEmmanuel Bajiiji, creator of Candy Floss, part of Push 2021, talks to Black History…
Harold Brown (1899-1955)
Harold would be one of three children with a brother called Gordon and a sister called Ada. After…
Manchester school teacher writes new books after two decades making a difference in young people’s lives
Sandra Smith Brown is a maths teacher with over 20 years experience who has recently published a series…
Windrush Celebration of Black Heroes and Legacies during Black History Month 2021
We wish to improve the social, health and well-being of our beneficiaries. Our activities impact education, self-knowledge, motivation,…
First World War Service and Sacrifice – George Edward Kingsley Bemand (1892-1916)
Born in Jamaica, George was the eldest of four children born to a white father, George, and a…
Derek Redmond may not have won the 1992 Olympic semi-finals, but he still made history with his sportsmanship, perseverance and courage by crossing the line despite his injury.
In this exclusive issue, Derek revealed what diversity and inclusion means to him and the metaphor he uses…
Shaun Wallace – “Black History Month is a good thing because it recognises [Black history], but we shouldn’t just confine it to October
Aside from his on-screen appearances, Shaun is also a vocal advocate for diversity, inclusion and equality. He appeared…
Black History Month UK Magazine is inviting people to share their stories and experiences – to celebrate the Black History being made every day, by Black people throughout the UK
This year’s Black History Month in October is more important than ever. It’s not just a month to…
Bob Marley statue to be unveiled in Liverpool
Positive Vibration Festival have announced that they have commissioned a 7ft tall statue of cultural icon, Bob Marley….
Angel Coulby ……star of fantasy series “Merlin”
Angel is best known for starring as Gwen in all 65 episodes of the action adventure fantasy series…
Exclusive interview with Michael Fuller, who changed the course of British history when, in 2004, he became the first Black Chief Constable
Michael Fuller changed the course of British history when, in 2004, he became the first Black Chief Constable….
Lewis Hamilton pledges £20m to new charity Mission 44
Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton has made a personal pledge of £20 million to a new charity…
Got a story to share for Black History Month 2021?
This year’s Black History Month in October is more important than ever. It’s not just a month to…
Transatlantic Black Rights Activism / Labour Movement Pamphlets
The Summer Scholars season explores the broad and exciting range of research being conducted in the Americas collections…
Channel 4 commissions brand-new comedy pilot, Big Age, written by Bolu Babalola for Channel 4s Black to Front day Category:
Channel 4 has announced the commission of Big Age, a 1 x 30’ refreshing new comedy pilot written by…
PROUD TO BE: Black History Month UK launches theme for Black History Month 2021
Black History Month UK magazine is launching a new campaign to mark Black History Month 2021 in October….
Massive Crowds at Silverstone gives Hamilton’s Diversity Goals a boost
With over 140,000 spectators back for the British Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton’s message for diversity is being applauded…
