Black & British | Highlighting positive #blackandbritish influences across the UK

She Is A Place Called Home

Developed on the VAULT Festival New Writers Programme and shortlisted for the Untapped Award, this gripping show follows two British Nigerian sisters as they navigate their Dad’s decision to get another wife (as in, in[…]

University African, Caribbean & Afro-Caribbean Societies

We know that while studying at university and in particular when you’re away from home, that it can be difficult to fit in and find your tribe. All the nuances that make your home what[…]

Podcast Interviews of Well Known Black British People

Further to our review of podcast series created by black British people, we’ve also spent a lot of time listening to podcasts from other people & organisations. There have been some open and honest conversations[…]

Black British Conferences, Conventions & Shows

There isn’t much in the way of conferences, conventions & shows but the numbers are steadily growing. If you know of any others then get in touch and we’ll add it to the list in[…]

Black British Awards

I started this project a few years back. In that time I have discovered a number of Black British awards, events, festivals and conferences. All showing recognition to the amazing individuals that have been making their[…]

Black British Festivals

There are a few more festivals on the way that we’re aware of but we’re still waiting on confirmation. In the mean time check out this list and see what you think. If you know[…]

Black British Podcasts

The Rise of Black British Podcasts The number of podcasts by black British people has increased quite significantly over the last few years. This rise has been inline with the also rapidly increasing number of[…]

The Importance of Black History Month In The UK

We are at the end of another Black History Month. I have been reflecting on all the tweets, blog posts, events and other activities that have happened this October. In particular, I have been thinking a[…]

Black History Month 2018

Black British History People from Africa and the Caribbean have made a positive impact in the UK for a very long time. Everything from the impact of Africans in Roman Britain to the black Tudors[…]

Growing up Black & British in the 70s

This is only a brief insight into my experiences of being black & British. It is told in the context of Black History Month 2018, as well as my reasons for creating this site. So[…]