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Tyler Perry’s latest film shines a spotlight on the remarkable, little-known story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.

In this blog post, we’ll explore how the concept of a ‘Black community’ in the UK has evolved and whether it remains relevant today. Has the

McQueen’s Blitz offers a different perspective by portraying the lives of Black Britons during the Blitz, moving beyond the myths and cliché

On 30th October 2024, English Heritage unveiled a blue plaque in Brixton to commemorate Olive Morris, a fearless activist and advocate for r

The Sons of Africa played a significant role in shaping British abolitionism, influencing laws and public opinion, and taking part in landma

The First Pan-African Conference was spearheaded by Henry Sylvester Williams, a Trinidadian lawyer, writer, and activist who played a pivota

Google Doodle celebrates musician and songwriter Lizzie Emeh, who was a champion for people with learning disabilities in the UK.

There are lots of creative ways your school can recognise Black History Month UK beyond school assemblies and we've come up with a few ideas

our theme for UK Black History Month is "Celebrating our Changemakers" exploring key moments in UK Black History

As Windrush Day approaches, it's essential to reflect on the significant contributions and stories of individuals who have shaped the Windru

From her infectious smile to her boundless energy, Floella Benjamin has captivated audiences for decades with her unparalleled talent and pa

From the classrooms of London to becoming a renowned educator and author, E R Braithwaite's life story is as compelling as his impact on the

And Sam King is a true proponent of their fighting spirit. He first came to the UK to volunteer to fight in the Second World War and later

Althea Marjorie McNish was born in Port of Spain, the capital of Trinidad and Tobago around 1924. She was the only child of a well-to-do

Every year on the 22nd June the UK commemorates the contributions of Caribbean people to the post-war economy on Windrush Day. We’ll not onl

The establishment of Windrush Day took on added significance following the Windrush Scandal, also in 2018, which exposed severe immigration

In this blog post, we’ll explore the motivations behind the migration of Caribbean's to post-war Britain, the influence of British governmen

But far less is known about the two ships that arrived before the Windrush, carrying smaller but still significant numbers of migrants: the

Celebrating Global Black History Month(s) and UK Pride Month in 2024

Adelaide Hall was the jazz singer who introduced scat singing and was a household name in 1930s Britain.