Meet Dawn Hill CBE: From pioneering nurse in London to champion of Black cultural heritage and social justice advocate. Discover her inspiring journey of resilience and leadership!
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Dawn Ferdinand, headteacher at The Willow Primary School in Tottenham, has been honoured with the prestigious Silver Award for ‘Headteacher of the Year’ in the Pearson National Teaching Awards!
Montego Bay, Jamaica – June 2023: UK-based Jamaican Nathaniel Peat has been awarded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Jamaica for his unwavering commitment to supporting Jamaica and its diaspora. His efforts have strengthened global connections and fostered unity within the community. Congratulations, Nathaniel!
Discover the inspiring story of Mildred Blount, a pioneering African-American milliner who broke barriers in early 20th-century New York City and Hollywood. From designing for high-society weddings to creating iconic hats for “Gone with the Wind,”
Celebrating our heritage while paving the way for future generations! Join us as we champion equity and empower Black entrepreneurs. Together, we can break barriers and build a thriving community.
The Windrush Caribbean Film Festival 2024 is here! Join us for “Transitions & Travels – The Journey Continues,” celebrating Black British filmmaking and the Windrush Generation’s legacy.
As we navigate through the highs and lows of May, our latest Editor’s Letter dives into global crises, celebrates inspiring figures like Dexter King and Maydianne Andrade, and addresses crucial issues facing our community.
On March 1st, 2024, City Hall became a beacon of hope as we gathered for a monumental event dedicated to black-led systems change.
Join us at Black Wall St Media as we delve into the pressing issues impacting our community. From health disparities to advocacy campaigns like #GetLippy, let’s raise awareness, spark conversations, and ignite change together. Follow along for insightful content and actionable steps towards a healthier, empowered future.
May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and this year, we’re shedding light on acral melanoma – a type often overlooked, especially in black and brown skin. Join us in raising awareness, spotting the signs, and prioritizing skin health for all.
- Being in One Place, Thinking About Another
What does it mean to belong when your heart, memories and identity are connected to more than one place? In Being in One Place, Thinking About Another, Grace Marie Walker-John reflects on diaspora, cultural identity and the psychological meaning of home, drawing inspiration from Hurvin Anderson’s exhibition at Tate Britain. She explores the pressures Black people can face to make themselves smaller to fit in, and why belonging should never require us to shrink who we are. Read this thoughtful and deeply personal reflection on memory, identity and the freedom to belong on our own terms. - Why is Nathan Cofnas still being treated as an authority on merit?
Why is Nathan Cofnas still being treated as an authority on merit? In this powerful opinion piece, Daniella Maison examines the controversy surrounding Professor Jason Arday, the allegations that were not substantiated, and the wider questions of race, racism and meritocracy in British academia. Read the full article and join the conversation. - Why Did Britain Need to See Jane, Christina, and Rebecca as Little Girls?
Why did Britain need to see Jane, Christina and Rebecca as little girls to recognise their humanity? In this powerful and thought-provoking article, Daniella Maison challenges us to confront how race, media representation and perceptions of Black womanhood shape whose pain we recognise and whose vulnerability we acknowledge. Their childhood photographs may move us, but they should never have been necessary for us to see their humanity. Read Daniella Maison’s compelling article and join the conversation. Why should Black women have to be seen as children to receive the tenderness and compassion they deserve? - The Jamaican Who Stood Beside Kenyatta
How did a boy from Kingston, Jamaica, become one of Britain’s most influential thinkers on race, culture and identity? This Black History Month, discover the story of Stuart Hall, the man who challenged Britain to question its history, its identity and who gets to define what it means to be British. Read his remarkable story and discover why his legacy still matters today. - Professor Folarin Shyllon Reclaiming Africa’s History
Black History Month: Professor Folarin Shyllon — Reclaiming Africa’s History From uncovering the forgotten history of Black people in Britain to championing the return of Africa’s looted cultural treasures, Professor Folarin Shyllon dedicated his life to truth, justice and reclaiming heritage. Discover the remarkable legacy of a pioneering Nigerian legal scholar who challenged historical erasure and championed Africa’s right to its own history. Because reclaiming our history is reclaiming our power. Read the full article with Black Wall St. Media. Black history is world history.
