The National Church Leaders Forum (NCLF) are calling on both the Government and Black Church Leaders across the UK to be more active in policy developments.
Launching their revised Manifesto on 20 May 2023, the NCLF is demanding the government engages the Black churches in its developments of all policies, recognising the vital role Black Church Leaders play in the community and their potential to help shape policies that can create a better future for all.
Speaking on the issue, Chair of the NCLF, Ade Omooba MBE said, “We believe that the church have a unique perspective on issues that affect their communities. They are on the front lines of many of these issues, whether those are related to crime, education, health or the economy as they affect the Black communities.”
The manifesto highlights a number of areas where the government and Black Church Leaders can work together to address many of the pressing issues facing the communities, including crime prevention, education, healthcare and poverty reduction.
“The church plays a leading role within the communities and given our insights and experiences, we can help to shape policies that can make a real difference in people’s lives”, continues Revd. Celia Colins.
Through the Manifesto the government is urged to listen to the voices of the community through the Black churches and other faith-based organisations and take seriously the role they can play to make a meaningful difference.
The National Church Leader Forum (NCLF) is an organisation committed to facilitating a Black Christian Voice in the UK. In 2015 more than 200 Church leaders published the first ever Black Church Political Mobilisation Manifesto.
For further information contact Shiloh PR, on 07716 289 717 or [email protected]
Click Here to Register for the Launch on 20 May 2023.
]]>
|
||||||||
|
BEYOND NOLLYWOOD Weekender
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 October, BFI Southbank
Film Africa is London’s biggest celebration of African cinema presented by the Royal African Society. It returns for its 10th edition from Friday 28 October to Sunday 6 November 2022.
|
|
Due to circumstances beyond control, AFWL has had to slightly move their dates for Africa Fashion Week London this year. Hopefully, it will not have too much of an impact and allow the organisers to present a better overall experience for the visitors, designers and exhibitors!
The dates have just rescheduled from Friday to Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th October, 12-7pm
Friday ticket holders will have a choice to move their dates to Saturday or Sunday, or a full refund issued. They will be informed via Eventbrite.
60 Great Queen Street
London WC2B 5AZ
For more information visit: https://africafashionweeklondonuk.com/
]]>
|
After 2 years of Covid lockdowns, Africa Fashion Week London is delighted to welcome national and overseas designers back to London. Featuring new practices, recycling and sustainability ethics and a return to heritage fabrics and textiles, AFWL2022 is shaping up to be a historic outing with some outstanding designers. A large many of them are using their platforms as social conscious enterprises. As usual, we have some beloved creatives returning to our catwalks and exhibition halls, like Mary Martin London and Soboye (design below).
|
]]>
The London Southbank Literature Festival is back this autumn with a full programme of events, promising something for everyone. With talks, readings, poetry recitals, spoken word events, a free family programme plus many celebrated authors, artists, opinion makers and aspiring writers, the 15th edition of the festival, is looking like its strongest and most varied yet.
Headlining the festivities is climate change champion Greta Thunberg. She will be discussing her new book, simply called ‘The Climate Book,’ in this world exclusive event on 30th October. Featuring experts from all over the world, Greta will again raise the urgency of the climate crisis and inspire action for change.The event will be live streamed for free around the world and is in partnership with Penguin Books.
An anticipated event is the presentation of the Edward Said London lecture by Noble Prize winner for literature, Abdulrazak Gurnah on 26th October. The Tanzanian author and academic has been living and working in the UK since he fled persecution in Zanzibar in 1968. His works address the brutal and disruptive legacy of colonialism. Themes of displacement, migration, identity and belonging re-occur in his books. Since receiving the Noble Prize, Gurnah has seen a resurgence of interest in his writing. His latest book ‘Afterlives’ published in 2020 gives an intimate exploration of the effects of the German colonial regime on the lives of a small village on the Swahili coast of East Africa . The Edward Said Lecture will shed light on these and other works by authors who share the same themes. The annual Edward W. Said London Lecture series is supported by The Mosaic Rooms/AM Qattan Foundation and the London Review of Books.
Malorie Balckman OBE and Children’s Laureate from 2013 to 2015, will share her journey from childhood to renowned author at the launch of her autobiography ‘Just Sayin’ on 26th October. Blackman has been forefront of British literature, creating narratives for children and young people that reflect a diverse Britain. She has adapted many of her own books for TV. Her most recent drama ‘Noughts and Crosses’ was featured on the BBC. Blackman will be in conversation with the journalist and TV presenter Candice Brathwaite, giving hope and inspiration to young writers. The event is hosted in partnership with Penguin Live.
The festival offers plenty of events for younger visitors, including a free family programme. Wild Wild Words on 22nd October, encourages children to explore the natural world through words, performance and storytelling. Rug Rhymes led by the National Poetry Library staff, offers entertainment for the youngest ones with songs, poems and nursery rhymes. For older children, Adam B Wins The Internet on 23rd October, brings the popular former Blue Peter presenter and YouTube star to present his debut children’s book of the same title. Tongue Fu For Kids on 28th October features a wacky show for all the family using spoken word led by poet and musician, Chris Redmond of CBBC, BBC 6Music fame.
Ted Hodgkinson, Head of Literature & Spoken Word at the Southbank Centre said; “This year’s London Literature Festival promises to inspire, entertain and empower audiences of all ages. We’re combining the very best of our year round programme with a wider range of aspiring writers and events, featuring emerging homegrown London talent alongside internationally acclaimed authors, artists and thinkers, plus an exciting and engaging free programme for all the family.”
For more information visit; https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/festivals-series/london-literature-festival
]]>
The Association of Jamaica Nationals presents a Cultural Extravaganza and Salute to the Commonwealth Games to mark Jamaica’s 60th Anniversary of Independence. The event takes place at the Birmingham Town Hall, Victoria Square on Saturday 23rd July at 7.30pm.
Dr Beverly Lindsay, Chair of the Association and lead organiser said the Jamaica’s 60th Independence Celebrations and the Commonwealth Games calls for a double celebration.
“ We promise to deliver an entertaining evening, featuring a list of local, national, and international artists, who will create great excitement. That is what we are planning on July 23rd.”
From America, singing sensation Steve Higgins, MOBO winner Lurine Cato, the Reggae Prince, Mr Fix IT, Winston Francis. Opera Diva, Abigail Kelly, the Great Britain Dance Champion, Amiyah Joseph, Jazz Orchestra, the Note Benders featuring Soweto Kinch, the band will play a specially written new composition for the event.
Featured local artists include Sandra Golding, Rap Master, Bee Niice, Track One Reggae Band, Eloquence Dance Sensation, violinist, Melika Queely, and London based and always a crowd favourite, Ms Carroll Thompson, ‘The Queen of Lovers Rock.’
Mr Joseph Marcel, the undeniable coup of the event and star of films such as Hero, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, The Exorcism of Christ and the lead in many Shakespearian roles and star of the Fresh Prince of Bel Air, playing ‘Geoffrey’, is the Master of Ceremony.
Tickets on sale NOW! Call Box Office; 0121 780 3333. Birmingham Town Hall Victoria Square. www.thsh.co.uk. For more information email: [email protected].
]]>
The Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Foundation (TMBDLF)’s scholarship application process opened on 1st March 2022.
The mission of this registered charity is to eliminate the diversity, equity and inclusion gaps in the professional workplace by educating, empowering and inspiring out next generation of diverse student leaders. The aim is to make a real difference in the lives of our next generation by giving them a ticket to the lottery of life.
There are at least 12 scholarships available to young people up to ages of 30 years from diverse backgrounds. Set up on the 4th January 2016, this is The Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Foundation (TMBDLF)’s seventh year.
Applicants must be at school, college or university on a full-time basis and achieving good grades with an interest in diversity. Applications close on 30th June 2022 at 5pm (London time).
The scholarship award includes £500 to £1,000 in funding, mentoring and reverse mentoring with leaders in their field, work experience (if available and pending COVID restrictions) with leading UK organisations, etiquette programme and networking. More information on the scholarship programme is available via TMBDLF’s website https://www.tmbdlf.
The categories include Finance and Business, Hogan Lovells ‘Law’, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), Multi-Sector, Medical, Automotive (for women), Charity, BWOB (Black Women on Boards), LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer etc), Disability and Neurodiversity, From Care (foster and government care systems), ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) with the University of Bath.
Each year we launch new innovative scholarships. This year has included a scholarship called ‘Automotive (for women)’ to celebrate International Women’s Month 2022 and our ESG scholarship has re-launched this year with a University of Bath partnership as part of the One Young World Bath Caucus. Other new innovative scholarships this year include Charity, From Care and Neurodiversity.
A full list of categories and eligibility are also available online. To apply visit the Charity’s website www.tmbdlf.com
The winners will be announced at The Miranda Brawn Diversity Leadership Annual Lecture Event 2022 which will take place later this year in the UK. The date and venue will be confirmed in due course. Further details will be shared on the website by summer 2022. https://www.tmbdlf.com/
For more information, to support and/or apply for a scholarship, please email TMBDLF’s team directly via [email protected].
]]>
|
The British ethnic minority population in England is growing at a much faster rate than the white British population. By 2051, the number of people from non-white backgrounds is expected to have doubled compared to its 2011 level, and to have reached two in five people (39.2%) in England. In fact, all the population growth will be accounted for by ethnic minority communities. Diversity will be the norm in pretty much everything we do. Implications: This is a seismic change which is likely to impact on very many aspects of life. This basic fact should get all organisations, brands and agencies thinking hard about how to gear up for the new normal. What mindset will this require? What new teams? What cultural intelligence and insights capabilities? The information was taken from; https://www.versiti.co. For more information contact: [email protected] |
||||
We are thrilled to announce we have partnered with the UK’s leading retail focused supply chain and logistics exhibition.
If you want to be a part of the latest digital innovations sweeping the distribution sector then the Retail Supply Chain + Logistics Expo, @ ExCeL, London, is where you need to be on the 2nd and 3rd of March 2022!
The event will bring together 100 seminars led by industry defining pathfinders and innovators, and a plethora of unrivalled masterclasses and keynotes. The event is a massive educational platform specifically created to assist business owners with optimising and modernising your supply chain efficiency in the age of ‘New Retail’!
Plus, with 200 innovative exhibitors, showcasing the newest trends, there is a vast amount to discover over the course of the Retail Supply Chain + Logistics Expo that will help you boost your revenue!
A ticket to the Retail Supply Chain + Logistics Expo will also give you access to the White Label World Expo and The Smart Retail Tech Expo, the 2 leading events for everything retail!
Do you want to hear about the latest strategies to take your business to the next level?
]]>