2023 Black History Education Programme
Please find below a range of
upcoming Black History open programmes
that members of the general public can attend. Contact me as soon as you can to be added to my mailing list. Email: inspiredhistories@gmail.com
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Information for organisations interested in discussing commissions, projects, courses, one-off sessions/talks, workshops, or classes can be viewed here.
upcoming Black History open programmes
that members of the general public can attend. Contact me as soon as you can to be added to my mailing list. Email: inspiredhistories@gmail.com
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Information for organisations interested in discussing commissions, projects, courses, one-off sessions/talks, workshops, or classes can be viewed here.
At-a-glance
January
31st - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting
February
9th, 16th, & 23rd - Black History is World History (a six-week course)
28th Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting
March
2nd, 9th, & 16th - Black History is World History (a six-week course)
28th Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting
April
2oth - Black History Masterclass (tbc)
25th - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting
May
11th - Black History Masterclass (tbc)
30th - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting
June
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th - Windrush Generation Stories (part of the Windrush 75th Anniversary Celebrations - see Windrush 75)
27th - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting. Focus on writing during the Windrush area, 1948 - 1973
July
14th - Black History Masterclass: tbc
25th - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting.
August
September
26th - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting.
October
5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th - Four Black History Masterclasses: tbc
31st - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting.
November
9th, 16th, 23th, & 30th - How Black Music Became British Music (a four-week course)
28th - Manchester Black History Group - Local Writers Monthly Meeting.
December
15th - Black History Quiz Night (Free)
June
Windrush Generation Stories
The Windrush Generation have been in the news for the wrong reasons. Many have been detained and some have been deported. Their plight has been entitled "The Windrush Scandal". How did it all come to this? What have they done to deserve such treatment? How will their descendants fair in such an environment?
In a series of sessions, over five weeks, we will be focusing on the Windrush Generation and each session will include lived experiences and Windrush stories, historical facts, and discussions.
To attend all five sessions, its £25, otherwise its £8 per session.
For anyone aged 25 or under, students, and mature knowledge seekers 65 and over, it is free.
For further information or to book your place, please Click here.
Session 1:
A. Who Were The Black Britons Before The Windrush Generation?
Before the Empire Windrush arrived in 1948, Black Britons were already arriving and settling in Britain. Who were they? Where did they come from? How did they get here? Why were they here to do? How long have they been here? What did they do?
B. Why Did The Windrush Generation Come to Britain?
The Empire Windrush, on arriving in June 1948 with 492 Jamaicans on board, has become a symbol of post-war migration by people from the Caribbean colonies to the UK.
On Tuesday 22nd June its Windrush Day, where we remember and celebrate the pioneering spirit of those Caribbean people who travelled to work and live in the UK. They faced many challenges, achieved much, and changed the face of British society. In this course we will explore why they came and how their decisions impacted the Caribbean, families left behind, and family life in Britain.
Session 2:
Life In Britain, 1948-1962
After the arrival of the Empire Windrush, those who had decided to work to rebuild the 'Motherland' were subjected to a challenging and hostile environment. Dreams were sometimes shattered and other times they were realised. It took much resilience, determination, and strength to remain. What were their experiences? What new challenges did they face? Who were against them and who were for them?
Session 3:
The Black British Civil Rights Struggle
The American civil rights struggle had, since the days of Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr, increasingly been recognised all over the world. However, few people are aware of Black British civil rights and their struggles against the 'colour bar' and discrimination. What were the main Black British civil rights struggles? Who was involved? What did they achieve?
Session 4:
Their Legacy & Achievements
The Windrush Generation have left a huge legacy in music, dance, business, fashion, politics, language, and much more. Much of their achievements are unwritten and live in the memories of people they have worked or socialised with over the years. What are these legacies and achievements? How are these legacies and achievements being carried forward into the lives of their descendants? Are they being celebrated?
Session 5:
Descendants of the Windrush Generation
The descendants of the Windrush Generation - their children, grandchildren, and even great grandchildren - are today faced still faced with old struggles such as racism. However, there are some new struggles and challenges such as over-representation in the prison system, major issues in mental health, microaggressions in the workplace, and much more. What can they learn from the experiences of their ancestors, the Windrush Generation?
Manchester Black History Group
Manchester Black History Group, formed in 2022, aim to educate, inform, and celebrate all that is Black history. Membership is £25 in 2023, and will provide discounted access to Black history education, useful information, Black history tours, courses, celebrations, and other related activities.
For more information or to join Manchester Black History Group please email inspiredhistories@gmail.com
Black History Talks
Black History Talks (for young people), hosted by Angeli Sweeney with Linford Sweeney, is already available on Instagram on Mondays 8-9pm (for further information, go to Instagram@spkyourtruthyouth_mcr).
Examples of Previous Courses,
Workshops, & Sessions
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