Black History Month UK on LinkedIn: The Home Office is committed to representing modern Britain in all its… (2024)

Charlene White a prominent British television broadcaster & journalist, known for her role as a news anchor and presenter on ITV news and Loose Women discusses forging a path and leaving a legacy with Black History Month#blackhistorymonth#BeyondOctoberhttps://lnkd.in/gcruX3ab

Instead of consigning the recognition of Black histories to one single month, Deborah Husbands, Stephen Bunbury and Dibyesh Anand advocate for a Black History Year.#BlackHistoryMonth– February in the US, October in the UK – is the one time of year that Black people’s histories are featured. Yet, cramming a deluge of talks and cultural activities into a single month creates a false sense of engagement – and as soon as the month is over, Black histories and cultures are often once again relegated to the background.#BeyondOctober#BH365https://lnkd.in/gq_YU-U9

Frontline’s “This is the Work” campaign is aiming to challenge myths & negative perceptions of social work build awareness of & appreciation for the profession & actively target & inspire more people to consider social work as a career choice https://lnkd.in/dwmmBNXX

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Harriet Jacobs (1813-1897) was an African American writer and abolitionist who was born into slavery in Edenton, North Carolina. She was raised by her grandmother, who had been a slave but had been freed by her former master. Jacobs’ mother was also a slave, and her father was likely her mother’s owner.Jacobs spent most of her early life as a slave, working in the household of Dr. James Norcom. Norcom sexually harassed and abused Jacobs for years, and she eventually entered into a relationship with a white man named Samuel Tredwell Sawyer in order to avoid having to submit to Norcom. Jacobs had two children with Sawyer, both of whom were born into slavery.In 1842, Jacobs escaped from slavery and fled to the North, where she eventually settled in New York City. She was reunited with her children, who had been sent to the North earlier by their father. Jacobs spent several years in New York working as a nurse and a teacher, and she became involved in the abolitionist movement.In 1861, Jacobs published her autobiography, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, under the pseudonym Linda Brent. The book was one of the first narratives of slavery written by a woman, and it provided a detailed and vivid account of the experiences of enslaved women, including the sexual abuse and harassment they endured. Jacobs’ book was an important contribution to the abolitionist movement and is now considered a classic of African American literature.#books #blackhistorymonth2023 #author #inspirationalwomen #inspirationalwords https://lnkd.in/dZneCDn9

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Fostering plays a critical role in providing temporary care and support to children and young people who cannot live with their birth families. With the overrepresentation of Black children in the UK care system, there is a pressing need for more Black foster carers. Increasing the number of Black foster carers not only ensures better representation and cultural understanding but also helps create a more equitable fostering environment. #fosteringuk #fostercare #fosteringcommunity #blacklivesmatter https://lnkd.in/d6-ETnNW

“Believe in yourself, and you’ll be unstoppable.” These words by Nicola Adams perfectly encapsulate her life’s philosophy. With her infectious smile and unbreakable spirit, Nicola has not only carved out a niche in boxing but also redefined women’s place within the sport, pushing boundaries and challenging norms. #BlackHistoryMonth https://lnkd.in/dxwzvwke

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Over 33 million people, three quarters of adults in England, are already signed up to the NHS App. With its new features and functionality at your fingertips, the App makes it easier to manage your own health, and a new NHS England campaign is encouraging more people to use it. #NHS #healthcare https://lnkd.in/gYE--HRx

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Honoring the incredible Kanya King CBE! Founder of the MOBO Awards, she's a true visionary who's paved the way for diverse talent in the music industry. Her passion and dedication have brought us unforgettable moments. #BeyondOctobers #blackhistorymonth #BHM

Andrea Levy was a British author who wrote groundbreaking novels about the experiences of Jamaican immigrants and their descendants in Britain. Her writing shed light on the struggles and triumphs of black British people and their communities. #blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter https://lnkd.in/d-fmEVa8

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