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HISTORY LATEST

London’s First Black Bus Driver

Celebrating the incredible legacy of Joe Clough, London’s first Black bus driver and a true pioneer in British transport. From Jamaica to the streets of London, Joe's journey is a…

BWSMAugust 19, 2024

HISTORY LATEST WORLD NEWS

Nadine White: Celebrated Filmmaker and Trailblazing Journalist

Meet Nadine White: an award-winning journalist and celebrated filmmaker. Her debut documentary, "Barrel Children: The Families Windrush Left Behind," has captivated audiences and critics alike. As The Independent's first Race…

BWSMJune 30, 2024

COMMUNITY OUTREACH HISTORY LATEST

Dawn Hill CBE A Life Dedicated to Social Change and Cultural Preservation

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!

BWSMJune 30, 2024

HISTORY LATEST

Breaking Barriers in Fashion

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…

BWSMJune 23, 2024

HISTORY LATEST

Educator Extraordinaire: Margaret Walker

Dive into the legacy of Margaret Walker – a trailblazing poet, writer, and educator who shaped the narrative of African-American literature. From historic wins at Yale to the timeless masterpiece…

BWSMFebruary 2, 2024

COMMUNITY OUTREACH EDUCATION LATEST

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

EDUCATION

From Erasure to Embrace

"Diving deep into the often overlooked legacies of Black Britons. Why is the rich tapestry of Black British history missing from our school curriculums? Let's explore the crucial narratives that…

BWSMDecember 1, 2023

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Remembering Ivan Van Sertima

Celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth with the legacy of Ivan Van Sertima! Born in Guyana and later making waves in the UK and the US, Professor Van Sertima was a beacon of knowledge…

BWSMOctober 21, 2023

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Beyond Henrietta Lacks

This case highlighted a history of racial exploitation spanning seven decades, a grim reminder of a systemically racist medical system.

BWSMAugust 10, 2023

HISTORY LATEST

The Inspiring Tale of a Royal Captive

Omoba Aina (Sarah Forbes Bonetta, later Davies) (1843-1880): The Inspiring Tale of a Royal Captive

BWSMMay 10, 2023