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Advancing Equity

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…

BWSMFebruary 26, 2025

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Addressing Historical Injustices

Independent Oversight Group Launches Recommendations to Church Commissioners to Address Legacy of African Chattel Enslavement

BWSMMarch 4, 2024

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Editors Letter – March

As February wraps up, I've been immersed in the inspiring BHM 2024 content flooding in from America. Black History Month should be a year-round celebration, highlighting Black excellence and stories.

BWSMMarch 4, 2024

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Pembe Tokluhan – Incarceration to Ownership

"Meet Pembe Tokluhan: from a troubled past to the youngest female live sound engineer in the UK. Her inspiring journey of transformation is reshaping perceptions and bridging gaps between young…

BWSMDecember 26, 2023

Black British Voices - Taking Action

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Black British Voices – Taking Action

Last month, our Managing Partner, Dianne Greyson, had the honor of attending the launch event for the Black British Voices Research document, a groundbreaking collaboration between The Voice Newspaper, I-Cubed,…

BWSMNovember 4, 2023

A Study of Post-Obama Racial Dynamics

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A Study of Post-Obama Racial Dynamics

A Study of Post-Obama Racial Dynamics examined in new book 'American Whitelash'

BWSMJuly 28, 2023

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Rihanna serves as a role model for communities of color, inspiring them to see what is possible.

Rihanna serves as a role model for communities of color, inspiring them to see what is possible.

BWSMFebruary 13, 2023

Mayor Margaret Greer’s Gala Unites Enfield in PurposeMarch 16, 2026
Mayor Margaret Greer’s Charity Gala was more than an evening of elegance—it was a powerful celebration of community, heritage, and purpose in the heart of Enfield. As the borough’s first Black woman of Caribbean heritage to serve as Mayor, Cllr Greer brought together residents, leaders, and supporters for a night dedicated to uplifting vital causes and strengthening the spirit of unity. Read how this unforgettable evening reflected the power of representation, resilience, and the collective strength of the Enfield community.
Five Black Women. Five Bodies of Water. And a History We Can No Longer IgnoreMarch 15, 2026
The Silence is the Story Five Black women. Five bodies of water. And a national conversation that barely registered a ripple. In this searing and vital piece, Dr Diahanne Rhiney, Editor in Chief of Black Wall St Media, confronts the uncomfortable historical pattern of how Black women’s lives are valued and often made invisible by the systems meant to protect them. From the tragic disappearances of Blessing Olusegun and Samaria Ayanle to the urgent necessity of economic sovereignty as a form of safety, this article is a call to action for visibility, protection, and the refusal to let history repeat itself. Read the full article below to understand why we must say their names.
Mother’s Day and the Quiet Legacy of Our MothersMarch 14, 2026
Beyond the bouquets, there is a "quiet legacy" that forms the true foundation of our lives. In this moving tribute, Dr. Diahanne Rhiney, Editor-in-Chief of Black Wall St Media, explores the profound inheritance of resilience and cultural wealth passed down by mothers across the diaspora. Whether celebrating her presence or honouring her memory, read why a mother’s work is the ultimate blueprint for generational wealth.
International Women’s Day: The Diaspora Women Who Carry the World on Their ShouldersMarch 8, 2026
On International Women’s Day we celebrate the achievements of women around the world. Yet across the African and Caribbean diaspora, women have long been leading, building and transforming communities often without recognition. From figures such as Michelle Obama and Doreen Lawrence to countless women working quietly within their communities, this piece honours the resilience, leadership and enduring impact of diaspora women.
The Hidden Tax of Being BlackMarch 8, 2026
In her latest piece as Behavioural Finance Editor for Black Wall St. Media, Krystle McGilvery explores how professionals can begin to recognise these hidden costs and, more importantly, how to push back against them. Her article outlines practical strategies to build leverage, extract real value from workplace opportunities, and develop the kind of exit power that ensures you are never trapped in a role that diminishes your worth.