Addressing Historical Injustices
Independent Oversight Group Launches Recommendations to Church Commissioners to Address Legacy of African Chattel Enslavement
BWSMMarch 4, 2024
Roots of Strength
Step into a realm of resilience, empowerment, and community impact alongside Doreen Sinclair-McCollin and Elevated Minds CIC! Uncover the remarkable narrative behind her mother Abigail's enduring legacy and the groundbreaking…
BWSMFebruary 27, 2024
Procedural Justice in Focus
Explore the recent Police Race Action Plan (PRAP) Engagement Day, where ideas collided, perspectives were shared, and a collective commitment to reshaping the future of policing emerged. Join the conversation…
BWSMFebruary 24, 2024
Black Female Social Workers Leading the Anti-Racism Movement
How a group of black female social workers are using a reflective model of group supervision to provide each other with the tools to challenge racism in their workplaces The…
BWSMFebruary 4, 2024
Barbers as Mental Health First Responders in Black Communities
Transforming barbershops into mental health sanctuaries! Explore the groundbreaking \'Self Care Through Hair\' initiative by Black Mental Health Canada. Barbers are now trained as first responders, fostering community support and…
BWSMJanuary 21, 2024
Investing in Black Women’s Dreams
Empower Black women leaders to dream big and build lasting change! Join the movement for sustainable investment, inclusivity, and generational impact. Let's reshape philanthropy and support Black women in imagining…
BWSMJanuary 8, 2024
Pembe Tokluhan – Incarceration to Ownership
"Meet Pembe Tokluhan: from a troubled past to the youngest female live sound engineer in the UK. Her inspiring journey of transformation is reshaping perceptions and bridging gaps between young…
BWSMDecember 26, 2023
How Tone Policing is Silencing Black Voices
The expulsion of Justin Pearson from the Tennessee House of Representatives is a stark reminder of the dangers of tone policing. It is a call to action for all of…
BWSMDecember 17, 2023
Tracing Implicit Bias to its Roots
Linking the Past to the Present: The Impact of the Great Migration on Modern Racial Bias
BWSMDecember 16, 2023
- Editor’s Letter May 2026
Freedom of speech has always sounded simple in theory — but who really has the freedom to speak without consequence? This month, we examine the true cost of having a voice across the Black diaspora, from code switching and economic power to censorship, accountability and resistance. A thought-provoking reflection on who is heard, who is protected, and who pays the price for speaking out. Read the full article now. - Black Parenting: Discipline as Protection
They call it harsh. They rarely call it what it is. Black parenting has long been judged without context, misunderstood as severity rather than seen as protection. But in a world where Black children are too often viewed through a harsher lens, discipline becomes something deeper than control. It becomes preparation. It becomes survival. In the wake of events on Clapham High Street, the question of parenting has once again taken centre stage. But before we ask where the parents are, perhaps we should ask what they are up against. This piece explores the truth behind Black parenting, the tension between protection and perception, and the shift towards healing in a world that still demands resilience. - Editor’s Letter April 2026
We need to talk about the truth behind being overqualified and underpaid. As we step into a new financial year, the same uncomfortable question keeps resurfacing: Who really benefits from our labour—and at what cost? From pay gaps to invisible work, from limited representation to the constant pressure to prove ourselves, the economics of being Black is lived every day. This month’s Editor’s Letter breaks it down with honesty, evidence, and urgency. Read on, because naming the truth is the first step to changing it. - The Homecoming, as MOBOs marks 30 years with epic celebration.
It was a night of legacy, star power and cultural pride as the MOBO Awards marked an incredible 30 years with a landmark celebration in Manchester. Bringing together global icons like Pharrell Williams, Estelle and Tiwa Savage, the milestone event proved why the MOBOs remain a cornerstone of Black music and culture. At the heart of it all was Estelle’s powerful homecoming, a full-circle moment that perfectly captured the spirit of an evening dedicated not just to honouring the past, but shaping the future. - Mayor Margaret Greer’s Gala Unites Enfield in Purpose
Mayor Margaret Greer’s Charity Gala was more than an evening of elegance—it was a powerful celebration of community, heritage, and purpose in the heart of Enfield. As the borough’s first Black woman of Caribbean heritage to serve as Mayor, Cllr Greer brought together residents, leaders, and supporters for a night dedicated to uplifting vital causes and strengthening the spirit of unity. Read how this unforgettable evening reflected the power of representation, resilience, and the collective strength of the Enfield community.
