As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s important to remember that history is often written by those in power, leaving many key figures out of the narrative. While we rightly honour icons like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, there are countless Black individuals whose contributions have shaped society but remain largely forgotten. TheseContinue reading “Discover Hidden Histories: Black Pioneers You’ve Never Heard Of”
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Windrush Day: Honouring the Legacy of the Windrush Generation.
Windrush Day: This year the 22nd of June will mark Windrush Day, a day commemorating the 76th anniversary of the Empire Windrush’s arrival in Britain in 1948 and the many Caribbean people who migrated to Britain in the decades to follow. Did You Know: Approximately 50,000 people from the Caribbean were invited to the UK.Continue reading “Windrush Day: Honouring the Legacy of the Windrush Generation.”
The History Of US Black History Month & Celebrating African American Arts
Written By Avila Chidume In the UK, Black History Month is celebrated annually in October, while in the USA, it takes place in February. This tradition in the US owes its roots to Carter G. Woodson, a prominent African-American historian, scholar, educator, and publisher, who established ‘Negro History Week’ in 1926. This week-long commemoration hasContinue reading “The History Of US Black History Month & Celebrating African American Arts”
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