Othello: A Timeless Exploration of Jealousy, Racism, and Ambition
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What happens when Black success is no longer seen as evidence of progress, but as proof that the barriers have disappeared?
Daniella Maison examines the exchange between Charlene White and Jan Leeming and the uncomfortable assumptions behind it. Why does the success of a Black woman so often become evidence that the system must now be fair?
Representation is not privilege. Progress does not erase the barriers that came before it. Read the full article and join the conversation about race, merit and what Black success really means.
Join us at Black Wall St Media as we delve into the pressing issues impacting our community. From health disparities to advocacy campaigns like #GetLippy, let’s raise awareness, spark conversations, and ignite change together. Follow along for insightful content and actionable steps towards a healthier, empowered future.
Let’s talk about the missing #BeKind movement for Black and Brown women.
By now, it\’s likely common knowledge that race is a social construct, with racism as its unfortunate byproduct. The roots of the \”American plantation system\” were embedded during the Age of Enlightenment, a period marked by scientific progress that paradoxically gave rise to unfounded discriminatory beliefs about European superiority.
The expulsion of Justin Pearson from the Tennessee House of Representatives is a stark reminder of the dangers of tone policing. It is a call to action for all of us to listen to marginalized voices, to stand up against injustice, and to create a world in which everyone’s experiences are valued and respected.
Anti-Racist education training informs leaders of learning, through evidence-based practice, how racism manifests in schools and classrooms.
Discrimination Driving Ethnic Minority Social Workers Away from Permanent Jobs
RACISM BOOSTS BLACK WOMEN’S HEART DISEASE RISK
- The Jamaican Sculptor Who Carved His Way Into History
Have you heard of Alvin Marriott? A Jamaican sculptor whose extraordinary talent took him from carving limestone in Jamaica to helping restore the Houses of Parliament in Britain, teaching a new generation of artists and creating a monument to Bob Marley in his eighties. This Black History Month, discover the remarkable story of a man whose hands helped shape history, yet whose name remains unfamiliar to so many. It is time to look again, remember his contribution and give Alvin Marriott the recognition he deserves. - Damilola Taylor: The Boy Who Never Made It Home
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. - Alzheimer’s the Black doctor who helped decode the disease
🧠✨ Celebrating an Unsung Hero! Dive into the captivating journey of Dr. Solomon Fuller, a pioneer in Alzheimer's research and a standout figure in Black history. From his roots in Liberia to groundbreaking discoveries, discover the legacy of a medical trailblazer who defied adversity. 🌟 - The Voice of the Child, Young Person and; Service User
Whose voices are we really hearing? And what happens when we truly listen? The 3rd DARDR/DVA & Criminal Justice Summit 2026 will bring together professionals, practitioners, community organisations, academics and people with lived experience to place children, young people and service users at the heart of the conversation. Under the theme “The Voice of the Child, Young Person & Service User,” this year’s Summit will explore domestic abuse, violence, safeguarding, exploitation, trauma and criminal justice — but most importantly, how listening can move beyond consultation and become meaningful action. 📅 Friday 27 November 2026 📍 Brent Civic Centre, Wembley 💻 Hybrid Event | CPD Accredited Read more about the Summit, the conversations it will explore and how to book your place. - The Crown in the Ledger: What Finding Britain’s Slave Traders Asked Us to Face
What happens when Britain’s history is no longer told through monuments, wealth and institutions, but through the ledger behind them? Finding Britain’s Slave Traders with David Olusoga brings names, companies, royal connections and fortunes into focus, forcing us to confront how deeply the transatlantic slave trade was embedded in British society. In “The Crown in the Ledger,” we explore what these records reveal about wealth, power, responsibility and the legacy that remains today. Read the full article and ask yourself: who owns what, who benefited, and what does honest accounting look like?
