#BeyondOctober : Closing the Ethnicity Pay Gap
During an interview about the latest release of ‘A Colour Purple’ actress Taraji P. Henson broke down in…
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Refugee who ‘ran for his life’ when the Ukraine war broke out celebrates graduating with a psychology masters from Coventry University
Anuoluwapo Ojo, known as Anu, received his offer letter from Coventry University just two days before the war…
Remembering a Legend: Benjamin Zephaniah – A Tribute to His Enduring Legacy
Born in Birmingham, England, on 15 April 1958, Zephaniah’s early life in the working-class district of Handsworth laid…
BTWSC To Recreate Yesteryear “One Love” Vibes At Last Community Event
BTWSC To Recreate Yesteryear “One Love” Vibes At Last Community Event Remember those fun, intergenerational community events back…
BLAM UK’s Highly Anticipated Book Launch: “Global Black Narratives for the Classroom: (Vol 1 & 2)”
BLAM UK is thrilled to unveil its two-volume set of books designed to transform the way Black history…
Capital unites to promote voting system changes and boost registration among under-represented Londoners
The Greater London Authority (GLA) has launched a campaign to help all eligible Londoners access their right to…
Westminster’s Place In British African History Continues Nov. 25
This year’s Black History Month, also known as African History Month, may have recently ended. However, for some,…
Giant lung roadshow tours England to encourage Black community to act on early lung cancer symptoms
The Let’s Talk Lung Cancer roadshow, run between NHS England and Roy Castle Lung Foundation, kicks off as…
African History Month UK 2023 Closed With Event Highlighting Jamaican Music Pioneer
African History Month UK 2024 Closed With Event Highlighting Jamaican Music Pioneer Kwaku On October 31, to round…
The Baton Awards – Amplifying Triumphs: Celebrating the Enduring Spirit of Black Women in the UK
In the heart of the UK’s cultural canvas, a powerful testament to the resilience and the achievement of…
It’s time to change the negative narratives around Black underachievement with awards that celebrate relatable role models
Whenever I am asked why I established a careers award that specifically celebrates Black talent, I am always…
From Humble St to Harley St. A Journey of Financial Empowerment
My story begins as a black woman born to Windrush parents during the sixties. Raised in an inner-city…
Black History Month Resource pack 2023
Black History Month 2023 is a momentous occasion to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of black people…
Wandsworth celebrates Black History Month with two new photo exhibitions at the BAC
Celebrating Wandsworth’s Sheroes is on display during Black History Month, and as part of the council’s year-round Black…
NHS Launches Campaign To Tell Patients About the Support Available at GP Practices
NHS England is raising awareness of the support available, following a survey that reveals that almost one third…
The Bibi Crew – A beacon of sisterhood
In 1991, seven creative black women founded the first ever Black British female comedy troupe called the Bibi crew….
From My Mother’s Lessons to 30 Years at the Home Office: My Story of Growth and Change”
In Celebration of Our Sisters and Matriarchs, I hold my late mother in the highest regard. She taught…
Pru Orridge: Inspiring Change and Leading with Purpose
The theme of this year’s Black History Month is ‘Saluting our Sisters.’ In my posts for BHM this…
Charlene White – Broadcaster, Journalist and Presenter
Charlene White is a British television broadcaster, journalist and presenter. As a news anchor and broadcaster for ITV news…
Lila Joy Mark: “Learning to wear my afro crown at 15 years old”
Growing up, I’ve come to realise that my hair is my identity, my heritage and my pride. Yet,…
