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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Join us for a powerful and educational journey as we celebrate Black History Month at Scotland Yard!
Throughout October, we’re paying tribute to the rich heritage, achievements, and contributions of Black individuals in our community and beyond. Get ready for an incredible lineup of events, discussions, and stories that honour the spirit of unity and resilience.
Explore the past and present, discover inspiring stories, and join us in acknowledging the importance of diversity and inclusion. This is an opportunity to learn, reflect, and celebrate together.
🎙️ Introducing the life and legacy of Rahasya Rudra Narayan, better known as Rudy Narayan – a stalwart of the British legal community and a tireless advocate for civil rights. From his humble beginnings in Guyana to challenging systemic barriers in Britain, Rudy’s story is a testament to resilience, passion, and relentless pursuit of justice. Dive deep into his inspiring journey, from his early days facing challenges as an immigrant to his impactful contributions to Britain’s civil rights movement. A true icon of our time. #CivilRights #LegalIcon #RudyNarayan #BlackWallStMedia 💼🎖️👊🏾
Not being heard, not being taken seriously and being misunderstood by health care providers often describes a routine medical visit for many Black parents. For Black parents of young children, that lack of cultural understanding can lead to grim consequences for the health of the baby and mother.
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EVENTS Voices of Windrush celebrates the 75th anniversary of the symbolic arrival of the Windrush generation with VoW Fest 2023....
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- Cuito Cuanavale: From liberation struggles to Caribbean soft power
What can a historic battle in Angola teach us about the future of Africa and the Caribbean? In this thought-provoking article, John Stevenson explores how shared struggles, cultural connections and Caribbean solidarity helped shape African liberation, and why that shared history could hold the key to stronger partnerships, greater influence and new opportunities across the Atlantic. - The Invoice Britain Paid to the Wrong Side
Britain paid £20 million to compensate slave owners when slavery was abolished. But what did the formerly enslaved receive? Nothing. In this powerful and thought-provoking article, Dr Diahanne Rhiney challenges Britain to confront an uncomfortable truth: the financial debt to enslavers was honoured, but the debt of justice to the enslaved remains unpaid. Who benefited? Who was forgotten? And why does this history still matter today? Read The Invoice Britain Paid to the Wrong Side. - Elizabeth Flanders Launches Caribbean Unity Network
Elizabeth Flanders launches the Caribbean Unity Network, a new initiative bringing together publishing, professional services and recognition to strengthen connections between Caribbean communities and the global diaspora. With a vision of “unity without uniformity”, the Network aims to inform, celebrate and advise, while championing Caribbean achievement, enterprise and identity. Read about the launch, explore the inaugural issue of REVIEW and discover how to nominate outstanding individuals for the Caribbean Honour Awards 2027. - GRENADA GOES TO THE POLLS: A FAMILY STILL WAITING FOR ANSWERS
Ten months after Andrew Donald Frederick was found dead in Grenada, his family is still searching for answers. With conflicting conclusions surrounding his death, troubling questions raised by a second post-mortem and concerns about international cooperation, why are the questions still unanswered? Black Wall St. Media investigates the circumstances and calls on the Grenadian authorities to address the family's concerns. Justice cannot be buried in silence. Read our full report. - BRITISH JAMAICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE APPOINTS INAUGURAL LEADERSHIP TEAM TO STRENGTHEN UK–JAMAICA TRADE AND INVESTMENT
Britain and Jamaica share a rich history, but what does the future of their economic relationship look like? The newly established British Jamaican Chamber of Commerce is looking to turn shared heritage into meaningful trade, investment and enterprise. Meet its inaugural leaders, Claudine Reid MBE and Mahari Hay, and discover the ambition behind BritJACC. Read the full story.
