#BlackLivesMatter Archives - Black Wall St Media

Why Did Britain Need to See Jane, Christina, and Rebecca as Little Girls?

By Daniella MaisonLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

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?

October 17, 2026

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Damilola Taylor: The Boy Who Never Made It Home

By BWSMHISTORY, LATESTNo Comments

He was just ten years old. He loved football, supported Manchester United and dreamed of becoming a medical researcher so he could help his sister.

On 27 November 2000, Damilola Taylor was fatally injured while walking home in Peckham.

His death shocked Britain. His family endured years of waiting for justice. But his parents, Richard and Gloria Taylor, refused to let their son’s legacy be defined by the violence that took him.

They established the Damilola Taylor Trust to help give other young people hope, opportunities and a better chance of a future.

This Black History Month, we remember the child behind the headlines — his dreams, his family and the future he was never given the chance to live.

Every child deserves to make it home. Every child deserves a future.

Read our Black History Month feature with Black Wall St. Media.

October 12, 2026

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Jason Arday Was Hounded. Now He Is Dead at 41

By Daniella MaisonLATEST, WORLD NEWSOne Comment

The death of Professor Jason Arday at just 41 has brought a devastating new dimension to the intense media scrutiny he faced in the final weeks of his life. As questions continue to surround the circumstances of his death, Daniella Maison reflects on the relentless coverage of his career, childhood, disability and personal history and asks a difficult question: when does legitimate scrutiny become hounding?

August 15, 2026

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Screaming Silences

By BWSMLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

The System Was Not Designed to Save Us — It Was Designed to Survive Us

When Black men enter mental health services, they’re too often met not with care — but with control. This isn’t new. What’s new is that someone finally dared to name it, plainly.

A landmark study published in PLOS Mental Health breaks decades of silence. Co-produced with those most affected, it reveals a damning reality:
Black men are over three times more likely to be detained under the Mental Health Act.
Their culture is misunderstood, their spirituality pathologised, their voices ignored.

This is not a broken system. This is a system working exactly as it was built. And the truth?
We don’t need more “awareness.” We need accountability.

Read the full piece by Black Wall St Media below. Then share it. Talk about it. Break the silence.

Read now: The System Was Not Designed to Save Us. It Was Designed to Survive Us.

July 20, 2025

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Blades of Trauma

By BWSMCOMMUNITY OUTREACH, LATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICE, WORLD NEWSNo Comments

Why are Britain’s children picking up knives instead of dreams?
Behind every blade is a story of fear, loss, and neglect. This isn’t just about crime—it’s about the cracks in our society. Read our latest piece on the roots of youth violence, and why awareness alone is not enough.

May 26, 2025

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Building a World Where We Can All Breathe

By BWSMLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

Five years ago, George Floyd’s final words shook the world: “I can’t breathe.”
Today, we reflect—not just to remember, but to ask: What has changed? What are we still building?
In his name, we continue the work—for justice, for dignity, for a world where we can all breathe.

May 25, 2025

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I am Judah – A Film That Demands Justice

By BWSMCOMMUNITY OUTREACH, LATESTNo Comments

Don’t miss I Am Judah, a powerful documentary that exposes the harsh reality of racial injustice in Bristol. This film tells the story of Ras Judah Abundi, a beloved community elder who was brutally tasered by police in 2017. It’s more than a film—it’s a call for justice and change. Watch this important story and join the conversation.

September 18, 2024

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Collective Trauma and the Recent Riots in the UK

By Shaun PascalCOMMUNITY OUTREACH, LATESTNo Comments

The recent UK riots have exposed deep-rooted issues of systemic racism, Islamophobia, and collective trauma. These aren’t just isolated events—they’re the result of generations of unresolved pain. In this article, we explore how communities are affected and the steps needed to heal. Let’s dive into the psychological and social impacts, and the path forward.

September 6, 2024

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Weathering the Storm

By Diahanne RhineyLATESTNo Comments

“Black doesn’t crack—or does it? Our melanin may bless us with youthful looks, but the reality is, racism is aging us from the inside out. The stress of navigating a world steeped in systemic racism is literally weathering our bodies, cutting years off our lives. From heart disease to maternal health, we’re facing the toll. It’s time we understand that self-care isn’t just a trend—it’s a necessity for our survival. Join me as we unpack the concept of ‘weathering’ and reclaim our wellness at [myCaroline]. Let’s protect, nurture, and love ourselves—because our lives depend on it.”

August 31, 2024

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Missing Black Female

By Daniella MaisonLATEST, OPINIONNo Comments

Why do missing Black women receive less media attention? Despite accounting for a disproportionate percentage of missing persons, their stories often go unheard. It’s time to confront the media bias and systemic racism that perpetuate this injustice. Read on to learn more about this critical issue and join the fight for equal representation.

June 24, 2024

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