Women mark Hastings’ Black presence
An exhibition documenting the life of Margaret Sullivan, a flower seller in Hastings at the turn of the 20th century. […]
Shoes glorious designer shoes
Schanice Ramsay and her mum, Janna, in their designer shoes. Photo: Lisette Felix Fashion by LISETTE FELIX My friend Marlene
Two organisations honour Leicester’s Black community
The African Caribbean Centre in Highfields, Leicester. Photo: Olive Vassell Community By Olive Vassell Black people have had a long
Exploring the history of Black British TV
Bermudian-born Earl Cameron was a pioneer of British television, who had a small part in the docudrama, A Man from
Somalis thrive in the UK
Labour Councillor Awale Olad represents Camden in London. Courtesy Photo: Council of Somali Organisations. Community BY BBRIT PROJECT The United
Windrush fashion left its marks on UK style
Gregoire and Margaret Felix, shortly after arriving at Tilbury in 1957. Courtesy photo. Fashion by LISETTE FELIX I don’t know
Vegan trailblazer amplifies Black voices
Susanne Kirlew, “Kirly-Sue” on her popular YouTube show. Courtesy photo. Food BY OLIVE VASSELL In the UK’s rich culinary landscape,
Tudor Britain’s Black population
A Westminster Tournament Roll in 1511, almost certainly showing John Blanke wearing a green turban latticed with yellow. Courtesy photo.
Ex-dancer inspires children through ballet
Mark Elie teaches pupils at his ballet school in London. Courtesy photo. Arts BY LISETTE FELIX With his tall slender
New museum will honour the Windrush generation
A plaque honouring the leaders of the Bristol Bus Boycott is in the city’s bus station. Courtesy photo. Culture by