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The Windrush generation: how a resilient Caribbean community made a lasting contribution to British society

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

Start your journey today by learning about amazing Black British Women such as: Yvonne Conolly, Emma Clarke, Jessica Huntley, Claudia Jones,

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.

Princess Tsehai was born in Addis Ababa. She often accompanied the Emperor to public events during his exile in Great Britain (1936–1941), w

Growing up in Addiscombe, Ivor was most-often the only person-of-colour in his local environment. One can only imagine how difficult it was

African nurses such as Princess Ademola, through their migration, settlement and contribution to British society, hold equal claim to the at

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912) was a Black British composer, whose father was from Sierra Leone. He rose to acclaim during the 20th cen

Six podcasts to listen to during Black History Month UK and beyond

Check out our list of books to read and enjoy during this year's Black History Month UK that includes fiction and non-fiction titles.

Learie Constantine - was a cricketer, statesman, and Britain's first Black peer