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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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When Your Achievements Are Treated as a Question

By Diahanne RhineyEDITOR, LIFESTYLENo Comments

When a Black Woman Has to Prove Her Worth

What happens when decades of achievement are met with doubt, and a Black woman finds herself having to justify not just her work, but her right to be in the room? This powerful and deeply personal reflection explores race, credibility, the emotional cost of constant scrutiny, and why being told to “let it go” is not always enough. This Black History Month, it is time to look beyond celebration and confront the realities Black women continue to face in the workplace.

October 14, 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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Landmark Ruling

By BWSMLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

A landmark employment tribunal ruling has exposed how racial stereotypes continue to shape perceptions in the workplace. Sandra Moody, a Black higher-level teaching assistant, was unfairly disciplined and dismissed after colleagues and pupils labelled her “intimidating” and accused her of having an “angry face.” The tribunal found these claims were rooted in the harmful “angry Black woman” trope, marking a significant victory against race and gender bias in UK schools.

February 14, 2026

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The Crime of Being Visible

By BWSMLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

What does it cost to speak the truth while Black, female, and visible in Britain?

Diane Abbott has been suspended—again. But this moment goes beyond party politics or headlines. It asks a harder question: What happens when a Black woman names a truth this country isn’t ready to hear?

“The Crime of Being Visible” is not just about one MP. It’s about what Britain does when marginalised voices speak clearly, unapologetically, and from lived experience.

A searing read on race, power, and the ritual of silencing.

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July 20, 2025

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A French Windrush

By Shaun PascalLATESTNo Comments

A Forgotten Legacy.
From 1963 to 1982, France quietly relocated over 160,000 citizens from its overseas territories under a program called BUMIDOM—promising opportunity, but delivering exploitation.

Our latest article explores how this lesser-known chapter mirrors Britain’s Windrush scandal—and why it’s time France reckons with its own colonial past.

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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Stephen’s Story Is Still Being Written

By BWSMLATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICENo Comments

1. Reflective & Powerful
Stephen Lawrence’s murder didn’t just reveal injustice — it exposed a nation’s reflection. On #StephenLawrenceDay, we ask: have we honoured the mandate his legacy demands?

April 20, 2025

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Advancing Equity

By BWSMBUSINESS NEWS, COMMUNITY OUTREACH, LATEST, SOCIAL JUSTICE, YOUR EVENTSNo Comments

Exciting times ahead! Join us as we delve into the Black Leadership Group’s vital anti-racist mission and its significance for 2025. Together, we can drive meaningful change and promote racial equity for all. Stay tuned for insights, events, and ways to get involved!

February 26, 2025

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Editors letter – January 2025

By Diahanne RhineyEDITOR, LATESTNo Comments

When America sneezes, England catches a cold—so what does Trump’s presidency mean for us? As diversity and inclusion face growing attacks, we must ask: What does moral courage truly look like?

From political shifts to economic empowerment, now is the time to stand firm in our values. Initiatives like Cashblack show how supporting Black businesses can be a powerful form of resistance. As Black History Month begins in the U.S., let’s commit to action, unity, and justice because our fight is far from over.

February 6, 2025

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