Windrush Month 2025 - Legacies of Change: From Windrush to Justice

Every year on the 22nd June the UK commemorates the contributions of Caribbean people to the post-war economy on Windrush Day. This year, we're not only marking the day itself but celebrating the entire month as Windrush Month.

On 1st June, we launched our theme for the month: Legacies of Change - From Windrush to Justice, marking the 50th anniversary of the 1965 Race Relations Act.

The Windrush Generation made a profound impact on British society. They contributed significantly to rebuilding the country after the World War II and played a key role in shaping today's multicultural Britain. Their efforts were instrumental in advancing race relations and helping to establish anti-discrimination laws that promoted racial equality in the UK.

Their cultural influence is also deeply felt - in music, politics, cuisine and sport. Today, their descendants continue to enrich British culture, underscoring the importance of celebrating the Windrush Generation and their lasting legacy.

Throughout the month, we'll be highlighting key individuals and events that shaped the movement toward racial equality in Britain - from civil rights activists like Claudia Jones and Paul Stephenson to pivotal moments such as the Bristol Bus Boycott, which was central to the passing of Britain's first racial law, the 1965 Race Relations Act, which made 'racial discrimination unlawful in public places.'

How will it be commemorated in 2025?

Windrush Month is a great opportunity for people from all backgrounds to learn about the evolution of modern multicultural Britain and the pivotal role the Windrush Generation played in its making.

The Voice newspaper will be covering Windrush Day and the wider Windrush commemorations throughout June, as part of its ongoing coverage of the Windrush Generation and their legacy.

Please check your local authority’s website for news on any exhibitions or events they’re holding in commemoration of Windrush Month or UK Black History. You can also visit the websites of your local museum or cultural institutions for details of special events.

Who is the IBHM Heritage International?

IBHM Heritage International was founded in June 2020 by a group of Black Britons passionate about investigating and curating the hidden and forgotten stories of Britain’s Black past.

In a time when Britain has become more divided, we are committed to building a more united and cohesive society by championing the contributions of Black Britons to UK history, culture, and the economy. This commitment is reflected in our efforts to document and celebrate Black British achievements, both within the Black community and across the wider UK population.

We’re dedicated to raising the profile of Windrush Day and Month, as well as UK Black History Month. We also champion Black British history throughout the year, ensuring that a Black perspective is included in events such as Pride Month and Remembrance Day.

Our CEO, Angela, explains: “We set up this organisation to ensure that high-quality information and free resources are available to everyone who wants to learn about UK Black History, in an authentic voice that belongs to us.”

We are a local community group that provides free resources on UK Black History and hosts Black UK history events throughout the year. While we receive some funding from the government and funding bodies, we are largely dependent on the support of our community to continue our work.