100 Great Black Britons
Frustrated by the widespread and continuing exclusion of the black British community from the mainstream popular conception of…
WATCH: FACES | VOICES
In many regions of the world, ‘anthropology’ is a dirty word. Accused of being the handmaiden of colonialism…
“New Daughters of Africa” by Margaret Busby – A review by John Stevenson
These are the words of Maria W Stewart (1803-1880), the first African-American woman to give public lectures. Remarkably…
Gary Younge becomes a Professor at The University of Manchester
Gary lived in Hertfordshire with his Barbadian parents until going to Sudan to teach English in a UN…
WATCH: UK Reggae Pioneers, Black Slate, Continue to Lead the Way with New Tracks
Black Slate are a reggae group, who formed in 1972 and were originally based in Hackney East London….
Caribbean Takeaway Takeover: Identities and Stories by EVEWRIGHT
EVEWRIGHT, a multi-disciplinary visual installation artist, challenges public environments to make spaces for Black British stories to exist…
Scratchylus – My beautiful mother Gwendolyn taught me grace, manners, diligence, and to always work towards your goal in life.
The woman who has inspired me most in my life would have to be my beautiful mother Gwendolyn…
Barnardo’s calls for more diversity in charity sector
Barnardo’s is calling for more diversity in the charity sector after marking Black History Month with an exhibition…
Elizabeth Heyrick: Abolitionist Campaigner
Born as Elizabeth Coltman, in 1789, in Leicester, Elizabeth became a member of the Society of Friends and…
Join the Black History Month conversation at ‘14% Creative’
On Wednesday 30th October, as Black History Month come to a close, WeAreWaterloo will bring together a panel…
Who is included? A black woman’s account of prison employment
When you think about prison staff what image comes to mind? I ask this question because many people…
An image to Inspire by a beloved Son
A much hackneyed phrase for sure, but there should never be a dearth of Windrush-era images and accounts…
RAF Careers – Education & Funding
All RAF personnel receive initial training that teaches them about RAF culture and equips them with the basic…
Give for your community this Black History Month
Michelle Hemmings from Birmingham knows exactly what it’s like to wait for an organ transplant. Michelle, 47, waited…
Africa before Transatlantic Enslavement
The African continent is now recognised as the birthplace of humanity and the cradle of civilization. We still…
PRIME – Changing the Face of the Legal Profession
Supported by the Law Societies of England and Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, and The Sutton Trust, PRIME…
Equality and Diversity at Norton Rose Fulbright
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm how important is it to have a diverse workforce in…
WATCH: Diversity and Equality at Eversheds Sutherland LLP
“Diversity and inclusion is a core part of our strategy and how we ensure our purpose and values…
Waiting for myself to appear
Waiting for myself to appear is set in and inspired by the atmospheric restored 18th century almshouse at…
INALA to play Royal Albert Hall for one night only
INALA, the critically acclaimed South African Dance-Musical sensation, will celebrate World Ballet Day on Wednesday 23 October with…
