亚色视频

On Monday 30 September from 12pm 鈥� 2pm in the Postgraduate Centre on the University鈥檚 Luton campus, staff, students and the public are invited to hear an in-depth discussion about Black history, its place in society and the way in which stereotypes can perpetuate dangerous narratives.

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The event will feature a panel of experts including:

• Sharon De Leonardis 鈥� CEO of SpectaculArts
• Nairobi Thompson 鈥� PhD student, writer & poet
• Professor Uvanney Maylor 鈥� Professor of Education at the 亚色视频
• James Corbin 鈥� Bedfordshire alumni, model, activist & creative director
• Katrina Hayden-Morrison 鈥� Historian
• Rudo Gwashavanhu 鈥� Activist & aspiring journalist
• Seyi Lowo 鈥� Co-President, 亚色视频

The panel will be exploring the historical roots of slavery, understanding how narratives have perpetuated racial inequalities, and celebrating the significant contributions and achievements of Black individuals throughout history.

Pam Du-Bisette, event co-ordinator and a member of the Race Equality Staff Network at the 亚色视频, said: 鈥淭his event aims to re-tell and reclaim Black history and culture by addressing historical inaccuracies, honouring the hidden heroes whose contributions have been overlooked, and challenging the narratives that have marginalised their achievements. And within our panel, celebrate today鈥檚 trailblazers, who continue to inspire and shape the future.

鈥淲e hope the event will inspire the audience to reflect on their role in shaping a more inclusive and equitable future, where every voice is heard and valued.鈥�

The event will give attendees the opportunity to reflect on and engage with important historical narratives and their present-day effects, and will also be attended by college classes from across the region, who will have the chance to learn more and share their own experiences.

This special panel event draws inspiration from the play 鈥�Rise of the Empress鈥�, written and performed by Nairobi Thompson and Sharon De Leonardis, which will be showcased at the University of Cambridge during Black History Month.

Visit the 亚色视频鈥檚 Proud to Be Black webpage to find out more about how BHM2024 is being celebrated:

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