Linford Sweeney
Black History Educator, Cultural Engagement Facilitator, Caribbean Genealogist, and Author
Linford Sweeney, founder of INSPIRED HISTORIES, is a historian who specialises in African/Black History, and currently delivers courses and talks throughout the UK. He is also a genealogist who is an expert in tracing Caribbean family roots undertaking research and delivering workshops both regionally and nationally. He has a passion for history and enjoys uncovering the hidden histories of Black people, reconnecting them with their past, and promoting new opportunities for greater achievement.
He regularly designs and delivers Black History Education programmes to adults and young people. In addition, he collaborates with community organisations, educational institutions, and public bodies to deliver bespoke Black history education. Programmes have been delivered courses and talks to Manchester Metropolitan University, community organisation/groups, probation services, NHS, and schools.
He has authored two books, "At Peace With Myself" (published in 2011) and "Dreams of Freedom" (published in 2016). In addition, he is the the researcher, writer and co-editor of a Windrush migrant stories publication entitled "Our Stories" (published in 2015). Furthermore, he has written several e-books that include "Obama Inauguration - Where Were You", "The Legacy of Nelson Mandela", "The Contributions of Black British People to the UK", and "Goodbye to the Greatest" (about Muhammad Ali).
Awards:
Education in the Community - Heroes and Sheroes Annual Awards
Community Education - Manchester Saturday Schools Annual Awards
Linford Sweeney is available to deliver talks, workshops, courses, and freelance research and facilitation of Black history engagement projects. Please contact him to discuss your needs and requirements.
He regularly designs and delivers Black History Education programmes to adults and young people. In addition, he collaborates with community organisations, educational institutions, and public bodies to deliver bespoke Black history education. Programmes have been delivered courses and talks to Manchester Metropolitan University, community organisation/groups, probation services, NHS, and schools.
He has authored two books, "At Peace With Myself" (published in 2011) and "Dreams of Freedom" (published in 2016). In addition, he is the the researcher, writer and co-editor of a Windrush migrant stories publication entitled "Our Stories" (published in 2015). Furthermore, he has written several e-books that include "Obama Inauguration - Where Were You", "The Legacy of Nelson Mandela", "The Contributions of Black British People to the UK", and "Goodbye to the Greatest" (about Muhammad Ali).
Awards:
Education in the Community - Heroes and Sheroes Annual Awards
Community Education - Manchester Saturday Schools Annual Awards
Linford Sweeney is available to deliver talks, workshops, courses, and freelance research and facilitation of Black history engagement projects. Please contact him to discuss your needs and requirements.