Black History Month 2023

Join us in ‘Celebrating our sisters’ alongside Black History Month UK with events dedicated to elevating awareness of marginalised Black women from history and championing equality. Take part in a celebration of Black history, arts and culture throughout the UK.

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Out of sight, out of mind: A BAME Staff Network lecture

Professor Amel Alghrani will be addressing the troubling trend of higher rates of school exclusions of minority pupils, on Wednesday 8th November 2023 at 1pm.

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Henrietta Lacks: A Decolonising and Inclusivity Exhibit

Visit the Reading Room of the Harold Cohen Library to see an exhibit about the life of Henrietta Lacks and learn about the exploitation of Black people in medical research.

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Sister Rosetta Tharpe, one of many women sidelined from musical history

Dr. Freya Jarman from our Department of Music wrote about the Black women singers and musicians who forged the way for artists like Elvis Presley.

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Black History Month around Liverpool

Find all of Liverpool BHM23's events during this month in one place. This month shines a light on Black creativity, heritage and achievement.

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Black History Month at National Museums Liverpool

The programme at Museums Liverpool includes thought-provoking displays, talks and discussions, storytelling and exhibitions, and interactive workshops.

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Black History Month UK

Visit this site to find the 2023 Black History Month Resource Pack and nationwide celebrations of Black History, Arts and Culture throughout the UK in October.