Discover the inspiring story of Len Johnson, born on this day in 1902. From a gifted boxer to a fierce activist, his life was a testament to resilience.
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Discrimination Driving Ethnic Minority Social Workers Away from Permanent Jobs
Dignitaries gather to celebrate Nelson Mandela’s memory and sign tribute book.
As a Black woman, I value what I bring to the ‘offering table’ and, as a businesswoman and, as a perfectionist in my work, I am extra vigilant especially when I’m approached by prospective clients to undertake pieces of work and their expectation is that the practices and principles of Emotional Intelligence (EI) are woven into the mix.
The Importance of Sustainability in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I)
The renowned civil rights leader, Reverend Al Sharpton, recently visited London to meet with Black activists and promote the UK's...
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- 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.
