THIS IS WHO WE ARE (TIWWA) is a UK-Australian movement of global majority intergenerational & intersectional women artists, producers and creatives who are transforming sectors, thinking and spaces. With heritages including African and Caribbean, First Nations, West, South and South East Asian origins, we are amplifying our collective power through arts and cultural events, socials,
Posted on 09/12/2021
Learning through Experience: A Collaborative Event for North East Creative and Cultural Professionals Tuesday 30th November, 5pm-7pmOnline via Zoom For our next Town Hall we have listened to your queries, thoughts and suggestions to bring a different kind of event. There will be no hosts, no one single authority telling you what to do and
Posted on 25/11/2021
Join us this Saturday at 2pm at Greys Monument in Newcastle-upon-Tyne for an emergency solidarity protest in support of those lives lost in the channel this week. More details on Facebook here.
Posted on 25/11/2021
This booklet, authored by the African Lives in Northern England project and edited by Beverley Prevatt Goldstein, celebrates the history of Black lives in northern England and dispels the myth that the North East is exclusively white and monocultural. From Septimus Severus, the Roman Emperor, to 19th century Cumbrian John Kent who was believed to
Posted on 16/11/2021
North Tyneside Council is proud to support and celebrate the Black History Month again in 2021. Literature A selection of books will be available to borrow from North Tyneside libraries. ‘Great Reads for discovering Diverse Voices’ is a collection that focuses heavily on the work of Ugandan novelist, Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi. The multi-award winning writer, who
Posted on 17/10/2021
This booklet, authored by the African Lives in Northern England project and edited by Beverley Prevatt Goldstein, celebrates the history of Black lives in northern England and dispels the myth that the North East is exclusively white and monocultural. From Septimus Severus, the Roman Emperor, to 19th century Cumbrian John Kent who was believed to
Posted on 12/10/2021
In its 17th year Taste of Africa events have been celebrating Black History Month in Tees Valley recognising, rewarding and promoting the contributions of individuals and organisations to community cohesion, economic and social well being. Event Details Saturday 16th October 20216pm – 9pmLive on Zoom & Facebook Flyer
Posted on 12/10/2021
Theme: Resilience The year 2020-2021 has been a difficult year for all so this year’s Black History Youths awards aim to recognise young people who have been able to withstand adversity and bounce back and grow despite the challenges of the time (despite challenges of Covid and the Lockdown). Event Details Friday 22nd October 20216pm
Posted on 12/10/2021
We are very pleased to announce that Stand Up to Racism – North East will celebrate Black History Month by hosting a double-bill of documentary film screenings on Saturday 23 October at Culture Lab in Newcastle University. The events starts at 5pm. Programme We will be screening the award-winning short film ‘The Felling of Colston‘
Posted on 12/10/2021
The third annual Teakisi Woman Talk conference will take place in October, which is also Black History Month. The annual Teakisi Woman Talk allows black women, plus the general public to have a conversation on topics that really matter to us – however uncomfortable they may be. Theme: Community and Connectivity: Bridging The Digital Divide The
Posted on 11/10/2021