Black men have long been murdered by police officers who are guilty as Derek Chauvin, who live to tell untruths of a life taken in custody.
George Floyd represents all the Black Men, women and children that will once again be taken again in the near future by White peo
#blacklivesmatter
The UK should make a start if it has genuine regrets for the atrocities committed against black people.
Alas it STILL discriminates to this very day.
#BlackLivesMatter
Until the government has genuine interest and the will to dismantle racism the Union Jack flag divides us, serves as a constant reminder it discriminates and excludes us.
Banner Black in the Union Jack/Flag
#blacklivesmatter
Henry, 43, posted a message to his 2.3m followers on Twitter on Friday saying the problem was "too toxic to ignore".
He said he would not return to social media until companies "regulate their platforms with the same vigour and ferocity that they currently do when you infringe copyright".
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First Black VP ✔
First Woman VP ✔
First South Asian American VP ✔
Sends a powerful message to every little black girl across the world, ‘YOU too can come out of the shadows.’
"I maybe the first, but I will not be the last"
WELCOME - We stand together across the globe to change the world, we kneel together in peace and solidarity asserting Black people are treated as equals to White people. It is a human right to receive racial equality, social and criminal justice in the societies we live and to receive parity as full citizens of the country and as a united nation.
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This is by no means an exhaustive list of Black Lives Matter values or talks for all Black Lives Matter independent chapters, coalitions, collective or groups whose ideologies and or objectives may be the same, similar or even differ to some extent. We do not claim to talk for the entire Black Lives Matter global organisations, coalitions, collectives or groups here in the UK or abroad but does give an indication of the many aspects of Black L
Black Cultural Archives: response to the March 2021
Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities report
Black Cultural Archives (BCA) refutes the approach and findings of the report on the basis of its poor use of data, unsubstantiated conclusions and British history inaccuracies.
REPORT 2021
Throughout centuries to present day, Black British history has been made, and unfolded in front of our very eyes in different spheres. Yet with no mandatory place on a highly Eurocentric national curriculum, Black British history continues to be viewed as insignificant. We have seen the effects of this omission, which pose a number of serious and dangerous political consequences.
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Michael Shiner, Zoe Carre, Rebekah Delsol and Niamh Eastwood
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The Devastating Impact of COVID-19 on Black and Minority Ethnic Communities in Great Britain
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A London case study - Jessica Perera
INSTITUTE OF RACE RELATIONS
4in10: London’s Child Poverty Network is a campaigning network of organisations working to improve the lives of the 4in10 children living in poverty across the capital.
We believe child poverty can be tackled. It doesn’t have to exist.
Members of the YMCA Youth Advisory Group
The Young and Black report exposes the true nature of what it is like to be a young Black person growing up in the UK today. As the steering group behind the report, we created safe spaces where the Black community could come together to share their experiences – and that they did.
'Stain on British history'
The Home Office broke equality the law, by imposing its "hostile environment" immigration policies which contributed to the Windrush scandal, ERC report found
Problems caused by policies were "repeatedly ignored, dismissed or their severity disregarded" as they were being developed, according to Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) assessment
The government department has committed to an agreement with EHRC to take action
in the UK have highlighted once again the racism and inequality that exists here. Racial
inequalities in the protection of human rights raised by the Black Lives Matter movement
led this Committee to commission polling which found that over three quarters of Black
people in the UK do not believe their human rights are equally protected compared to
white people.
You will have a qualification and recognition in a related field and have demonstrated the ability to combine your historical research into a cohesive written account.
Please download the full brief for more information and details on how to apply. Deadline for expressions of interest is 17.00, 9 December 2020.
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Our differences are what makes up the rich tapestry of the world and we should embrace, nurture and learn from each other, not hate.
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We will be implementing change and challenging where we can. I have asked for a speaker at the next school INSET (September) to support the cause.
We can make a difference through education
I will speak out at every opportunity.
Even if the only thing I can do is share on social media I will advance into my old age fighting for BLM
All lives matter.
I am ashamed to say I have never educated her on her heritage or helped her get to know her culture, I will ensure I educate myself so I can educate all of my children.
I will support the fight for justice and actively encourage them to be a part of it...
I have over the last few months I have been working on my understanding and knowledge of the racism and challenges faced by black and brown people by reading, watching and listening to the words spoken by anti-racist campaigners and writers a
The mistreatment of people based on something so ridiculous as race is ludicrous. How can this still be happening?
I’m breaking the white silence and am determined to see a positive change for all worldwide.
I'm old now but will if possible attend local protests.
EMD
I will educate my daughter about the wrongs of the past and present and show by example how to respect ALL
I will be anti-racist
I will learn about racism from people who have experienced it.
I will acknowledge my whiteness and also not fall into white guilt that makes me inactive aganst the fight.
I will no longer be colour blind
I will put myself in a position to be corrected and take risks. I will make myself uncomfortable.
We have begun a campaign to explain to members what Black Lives Matter is all about and the importance of standing up as anti racist. I would not describe any of our members as racist but the unconscious biases do break through and I know that to be anti- racist I must challenge them.
That isn't always easy but I will keep trying...
I CAN'T BREATHE
“ THE ARTS AND EDUCATION ARE NEEDED MORE THAN EVER TO LEAD THE CHANGE FOR A MORE EQUITABLE SOCIETY"
Mervyn Weir
Creative Director
The Murder of George Floyd has Changed EverythingThe film which has been seen by millions, of a white police officer kneeling on the neck of George Floyd while he is in police custody, handcuffed and pleading for his life, will be forever seared into our collective memory.
“I cannot breathe” became the rallying cry for change. All around the world protests have taken place, statues have been pulled down, policing policies are been challenged and more people are now speaking out about the everyday racism they face...Read more...
Award-winning film
An award-winning, powerful and thought-provoking film on ‘The Matter of Black Lives’. During the ‘lockdown’ an international and intergenerational group filmed themselves as they spoke the words from Mervyn Weir’s forthcoming, illustrated book: “I Can’t Breathe.”
Black people are going missing in vast numbers
Black people are four times more likely to be reported as missing in England and Wales
Many of the missing people are British Black, Brown young people, BUT it seem it largely goes unnoticed as an alarming statistics of concern - do the authorities and state really care about British Black and Brown children, it seems not.
The mother of Richard Okorogheye, whose body was found in woodland in April 2021, says police appeared to “count the minutes” when she would call about her missing son.
Richard Okorogheye’s mother says police treated her as nuisance: ‘They counted the minutes when I was on the phone’...read more
Black Lives Matter UK are poster partners of Missing People UK...Go to our mising missing appeal page
Jimi a nations HERO.
Sign Petition: Memorial Plaque on London Bridge for Jimi ❤️
Jimi, Nigerian Born Folajimi Olubunmi- Adewole died saving a woman life who attempted suicide in River Thames on Friday 23/04/2021. Jimi was on his way home from work with his friend Bernard Kosia, he became aware of a woman who had apparently jumped into the river, not thinking twice after calling the police, Jimi convinced he could do something to save her he jumped in and subsequently drowned in his efforts.
Many are choosing provide support the funeral and the rest for post -funeral because he was hardworking college graduate who at 20 was the family’s breadwinner.
Jimi is survived by his aged parents and siblings, if you would like to support too, please click this link.
Jimi is noted to be a pure - hearted soul and a great helper and a loving boy. RIP
Note: Jimi's parents bank details is the linked to the Gofundme account.
WW1
WW1- The Working Lads Institute was the first of its kind in London to admit black people and Rev Thomas Jackson, the founder, is pictured here with five soldiers at the time of World War I
Learn More - Spitalfields, whitechapel lads
African-American veterans lynched after World War I
When they returned home from World War I, African-American veterans faced heavy discrimination. This article focuses on those African American veterans who were lynched after World War I.
New London riots of 1919
White and black sailors and marines occupied separate living quarters at the Naval submarine base in Groton, Connecticut in 1919. Racial tensions were high in the Groton and New London area from May to June, and there were several confrontations between the two groups. Black sailors reported that white sailors attacked them, and white Marines accused the black sailors of waiting for them after dark when they crossed Long Cove Bridge.
THE 'BLACK ARMY' : UNSUNG HEROES OF WORLD WAR I
Click image or here to read article is written to explore and highlight the lack of recognition given to those black men and women who served the colonisers in The “Great War”, otherwise known as WWI. The war was prompted by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, it lasted 4 years, and was supposedly largely fought between European powers. The war saw the death of over 16 million people, and ultimately lead to the rise of Adolf Hitler and eventually, World War II. This is a summary of everything that the history books in the school curriculums want us to know about that war. However, in this blog post I wanted to shed more light on the forgotten army, the black army - that were truly the unsung heroes of these European victories.
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"NEVER , EVER BE AFRAID TO MAKE SOME NOISE AND GET IN GOOD TROUBLE, NECESSARY TROUBLE"
“Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.”
~ John Lewis 8/6/2020
Fighting racism isn't easy BUT it is the right thing to do AND a fight we MUST win!
Black Lives Matter and anti-racism is not political argument or debate; it's a moral stance and act of humanity
BLACK LIVES MATTER TEAM
BLACK LIVES MATTER
We all have a responsibility to change society and the world we live in for the better. A world were everyone feels included.
A world where everyone belongs.
BLACK LIVES MATTER TEAM
BLACK LIVES MATTER
What happened to Richard Okorogheye?
The mother of Richard Okorogheye has spoken of her heart being “ripped apart” after the student’s body was found in a lake in Epping Forest, Essex.
What happened to Richard Okorogheye?
The mother of Richard Okorogheye has spoken of her heart being “ripped apart” after the student’s body was found in a lake in Epping Forest, Essex.
A 13 year old black child, who was pushed into a river and drowned by his peers. Within 24 hours of his death, CPS ruled it non suspicious and closed the case even though there is evidence to prosecute.
Help us demand justice. #justiceforchristopherkapessa
“Justice for Christopher Kapessa”
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BLACK KIDS MATTER
Black children are undervalued and young black teenagers have long been and continue to be demonised by the mainstream media, suffer discrimination in the educational system and criminal justice system.
Change must come...
BLACK CHILDREN DESERVE MORE
2021 Black Lives STILL Matter
The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor Brian Tierney, has pledged his support to the family of teenager Noah Donohoe, as they continue to seek answers surrounding his tragic death.
Noah Donohoe (14) went missing from his home in South Belfast on Sunday 21st June 2020. His Mum Fiona has set up the Noah Foundation in his memory; a foundation that will support the causes and issues that Noah cared about.
Charity Registration No. 105105
A Mother's fight for justice!
Mohamud Hassan came into contact with 52 police officers within the hours before his death
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Three further police officers have been served misconduct notices concerning their decision-making on use of force on Mr Hassan during his arrest and another has been served a gross misconduct notice relating to police professional standards
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The way in which police officers restrained a man with drug-induced psychosis “more than minimally” contributed to his death in Luton in 2013, an inquest jury in Milton Keynes has found by unanimous verdict.
Leon Briggs, a 39-year-old father of two of mixed ethnic background, was a lorry driver and also taught computer skills to older people. His family described him as “a loving brother and fathe
Bedfordshire Police has apologised to the family of Leon Briggs after an inquest concluded significant failings by officers "contributed" to his death seven years ago.
Tupac 1992
Tupac Shakur passionately explains his views on generosity and responsibility, traits he feels some people with extreme wealth like Donald Trump lack, in this MTV News clip from 1992.
I can't Breathe: Black and Dead in Custody
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Panorama investigates why black men in the UK are more likely than white men to have force used on them by police and to die in police custody.
Reporter Mark Daly follows the family of Kevin Clarke on their search for justice. Mr Clarke repeatedly said, 'I can’t breathe' as he was restrained by police on the ground for 14 minutes during a mental health crisis. He died soon afterwards, his words mirroring those of George Floyd, whose death in the US triggered a global debate on race and policing.
The programme also reveals fresh evidence in Scotland’s most high-profile death in custody. Sheku Bayoh died in 2015 after being restrained by up to six officers.
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In the early morning of September 28 1985, armed police raided 22 Normandy Road in Brixton. As Cherry Groce rose from bed to see what was going on, she was shot, leaving her paralysed for the rest of her life and sparking the Brixton uprising of 1985. In this episode of The Justice Gap Podcast, the author and Cherry’s son Lee Lawrence speaks to Calum McCrae.
You can click image above for snippet of discussion, for full interrview click embeded link below and or listen to podcast out on iTunes, Spotify and on thejusticegap.com too.
Click to Read More: https://www.thejusticegap.com/episode-5-the-louder-i-will-sing/
Black Lives Matter Movement won an Ethnicity Award for ‘Media Moment’ 2020
We were honoured to accept the award and with you are collaborating for change
The Black Lives Matter Movement were publicly voted as the most important Media Moment of the year alongside 9 other diverse and important nominees If you’d like to look at the full list, please look here: ethnicityawards.com
NEVER FORGET
STEPHEN LAWRENCE
Tate Modern presents the first major UK survey of visual activist Zanele Muholi
Zanele Muholi is one of the most acclaimed photographers working today, and their work has been exhibited all over the world. With over 260 photographs, this exhibition presents the full breadth of their career to date.
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Voices of children matter too
Let's make their voice count
Listen!
CHANGE IS WHAT WE ALL NEED
WE MUSTN'T BE COMPLCIT IN THE SUFFERING AND SILENCING OF YET ANOTHER GENERATION…WE MUST LISTEN MORE.
Children want to be able to talk about race and racism
AUDIO
Listen to Thomas Roughan in his own words; age just 7 he wrote this poem titled RUBY RED with the Black Lives Matter Movement in mind. Click here to go to where we've published Thomas's poem for the world to read the words of an innocent child on his early experience of racism in the playgroud of his old school. You'll also get to listen to his recent radio interview on radio Solent!
Thomas wrote this poem for a 500 Words: Black Lives Matter competition
St John’s College a progressive educational establishment encourages important conversations at home, at school and across the nation, the themes and issues was relating to what was emerging from the Black Lives Matter movements all around globe. The initiative encouraged children to think of what’s going on in the world, and Thomas told us!
St John’s College wrote “Year 4 student Thomas wrote an incredibly powerful poem in response to the movement and got through to the first round.
Read his compelling piece below:”
The same poem is also on Thomas's new school website St John’s College, Hampshire, here is the link below:
Thomas Roughan - RUBY RED
FROM THOMAS ROUGHAN A CHILD ABOVE TO
CONSTANTINE AN ADULT'S BELOW
June 2020 in midst of COVID-19, like so many of us across the world Constantine like millions of other was impacted and affected by the visual and moving images of George Floyd being murdered in front of the eyes of the world, he sent in a poem and went on to recite using his words, his voice. Take a listen to the author...
I AM NOT "OTHER"
Author: Constantine
"To give them context, I am not a writer, far less a poet. These words came out spontaneously in the wake of the George Floyd murder. I just wrote them down as they came, and didn't edit or re-write, although there might have been some benefit in that!"
Read Constantine go to quotes...
AUDIO
Diversity Troupe
Ashley Banjo: "The fight for Justice should not become a ‘trend’🖤 Love this powerful & moving video by the team!"
FIGHT FOR JUSTICE
FIGHT FOR OUR CHILDREN'S RIGHT TO BE TAUGHT THE WHOLE STORY OF BRITISH HISTORY IN SCHOOLS
FIGHT FOR RACIAL EQUALITY
WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH
Protesting is a Human Right
Both in common law and the Human Rights Act 1998
Article 11 of the European Convention of Human Rights provides freedom of assembly. This means that every individual, regardless of cause has the right to protest, march or demonstrate in a public space.
Protests and marches:
Letting the police know
By law you must tell the police in writing 6 days before a public march if you’re the organiser.
If you arrange a march at short notice, you must still tell the police as soon as you can.
If there’s no march involved
If there’s no march organised as part of your protest, you do not have to tell the police.
THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY - "STORIES MATTER"
Clicki to Read - Disney: storiesmatter.thewaltdisneycompany.com
It's long believed that old animations have racist undertones or even blatant racism portrayed in its character depiction.
Several Disney films have been criticised in the past for how they portray stereotypes of people from different countries.
Sep 2020 Disney decided to be progressive with its sensitivity surrounding racial discrimination and racism and how it relates to modern times and is now issuing tougher warnings against racial stereotypes in some of its classic films on its Disney+ streaming service.
Original cartoon versions of movies such as Dumbo, The Jungle Book, Peter Pan, Lady And The Tramp, Aladdin, and The Aristocats now feature a stark message condemning some of the characters.
Subscribers to the service will see the following message when they click on certain films:
"This programme includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures.
These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to acknowledge its harmful impact, learn from it and spark conversation to create a more inclusive future together."
"Disney is committed to creating stories with inspirational and aspirational themes that reflect the rich diversity of the human experience across the globe."
IN 2019 Disney featured a shorter disclaimer message on some of its films, and it read:
"This programme is presented as originally created. It may contain outdated cultural depictions."
WHEN THE DUST SETTLES
BLACK LIVES STILL MATTER
THE LEGACY LIVES ON...
David’s Story
Helen’s Story
Rohit’s Story
Will’s Story
Geoff ’s Story
Leila's Story
Simon's Story
Jason's Story
PDLPoet's Story
In Discussion - Prejudice
We believe in the power of imagery to change the world and we choose to amplify imagery for positive change with Agora
#StopRacism by Agora photographers worldwide
Now more than ever, the world is taking a stand against racism, Agora photographers included!
2,120 photos have been submitted from all corners of the world, and 48 were selected to make it to the final voting rounds.
Click image to see all the finalist photos, discover the stories behind the pictures and learn a little more about Agora.
YouTube Video SWISS - CAN'T BREATHE (PROD: SKY BEATS) #CantBreatheSwiss
Published Date: 30 May 2020
Description: Made in 2014 after 'Eric Garner' was murdered, and it's sad that these words are still so relevant. So I decided to do a video release in light of the recent murder of 'George Floyd' to release the shock-energy I received after watching his death yesterday (29.05.20) which I tried to avoid doing.
“It’s not Black British culture, it’s British culture, period.” Watch the highlights from Steve McQueen's powerful #EsquireTownhouse talk, with @Breitling. Full version: https://t.co/4jxBXZTFsf pic.twitter.com/q2OgjxJMph
— Esquire UK (@EsquireUK) October 17, 2020
Sometimes while we adjust to a trauma music can often speaks for us can evokes emotions much louder and deeper than our own words at times.
These 3 songs tell a story, a journey of struggle and pain, all three songs takes us there, to a place where it all makes sense...
You may have a different song you can call upon, what we do know It's time for a NEW Revolution ~ Black & White Revolution.
It has to be together, it cannot work apart and together we can make it through.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
HOW DO WE CONVEY EMOTIONAL PAIN AND MOURN BRUTAL MURDERS OF BLACK BODIES
WHEN WORDS FAIL MUSIC SPEAKS
Please take a listen to these 4 thought provoking YouTube videos
SWISS from So Solid crew (BRIT, PRS ,MOBO award winners)
WITH
'I CAN'T BREATHE'
Legend Gill Scott Heron an American soul and jazz poet
'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised'
Ajay Stephens - Memories (Drinks Bring Back Memories)
AND
Last but not least
Age just 12yr
Keedron Bryant
Sings a heart-breaking song
ft Will.i.am
I Just Wanna Live ( I Can’t Breathe )
(Scroll Down Page to view)
GEORGE FLOYD
(RIP 25-05-2020)
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YouTube Video Gil Scott-Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (Full Band Version)
Published Date: 16 March 2016
Description: Gil Scott-Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (1971)
As the US Civil Rights Movement gained momentum in the late 1960s, Scott-Heron recorded this musical poem that attacks the lethargy of the nation, spouting lame TV advertising slogans to parody the seriousness of the struggle:
“The revolution will not go better with Coke / The revolution will not fight the germs that may cause bad breath / The revolution will put YOU in the driver's seat.”
Keedron Bryant - I Just Wanna Live (Official Music Video)
I Just Wanna Live ( I Can’t Breathe ) - Keedron Bryant ft Will.i.am
Published Date: 27 July 2020
Description: Emotional massage from Keedron Bryant & Will.I.Am Just Wanna Live ( I Can’t Breathe ) expressing the frustration of every black African-American in the United States.
Music stars including Lewis Capaldi and Rita Ora call for end to racism
More than 700 signatories from the UK music industry - including artists, managers, producers and companies - have written an open letter urging people to "stand together" and "wipe out racism now".
I do things every day without fear, because I am privileged, and I am privileged every day because I am white.
— Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) May 30, 2020
Being not racist is not enough, we must be anti racist.
Social change is enacted when a society mobilizes.
I stand in solidarity with all of those protesting. pic.twitter.com/45MSXAWEJl
Like many cities, town and villages across the world including the UK Conventry stood up!
We did not chose to ignore George Floyd's death in 2020 nor will we choose to ignore George Floyd's memory how ever many years ahead. George Floyd you changed the world forever. RIP 25/05/2020.
HELP US FIND MISSING PEOPLE
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DID YOU KNOW Black people are disproportionately likely to be reported missing, making up 13% of missing people while only 3% of the general population?
HELP GET THEM BACK HOME OR TO SAFETY
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