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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 10h

Earlier this year we launched our Black British Timeline video as part of the Legacies of Change: Windrush 2 Justice campaign think of it as the 1st half of this year’s story!
It’s the perfect companion to our #BHMUK25 Legacies of Change campaign & great resource to use in your classroom this mth

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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 2d

Teachers, want to bring Black British history to life in your classroom? We’ve got free resources, videos, quizzes, and activities for students 15+, plus tips for under 15s in our Schools Blog!

📚 Learn more and access all resources here: tinyurl.com/BHMUK25-scho... or check link in bio.

6 activities to celebrate Black History Month UK at school 6 activities to celebrate Black History Month UK at school

There are lots of creative ways your school can recognise Black History Month UK beyond school assemblies and we've come up with a few ideas

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 3d

📖 Read "The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain's Civil Rights Experiment" article by Maya Bello-Taylor now!

👉 Click the link in our bio

Do you know any of the Black, Asian or white volunteers who took part in CARD's Summer Project in 1966? Message us!

The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain's Civil Rights Experiment The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain's Civil Rights Experiment

The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain’s Civil Rights Experiment This article is based on original research by Alysha Robinson, University of Manchester History Department. We are gratef...

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 3d

They changed Britain and most of us have never heard their names.

Their work shaped the UK’s first Race Relations Acts and laid the groundwork for every anti-racist law that followed.

Discover how this short-lived but powerful movement helped redefine Britain’s civil rights story.

The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain's Civil Rights Experiment The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain's Civil Rights Experiment

The Campaign Against Racial Discrimination: Britain’s Civil Rights Experiment This article is based on original research by Alysha Robinson, University of Manchester History Department. We are gratef...

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 3d

In 1965, a group of Black and Asian activists formed the Campaign Against Racial Discrimination (CARD) to fight for racial equality in Britain.

👉 Click the link in our bio or open this link: tinyurl.com/CARD-1965

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 4d

From art and music to literature and history, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this October.

Plan your month and explore the best things to do during Black History Month UK 2025.

👉 Click link in bio to find out more and start celebrating!

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 4d

We’re one week into Black History Month UK 2025! 🎉

Celebrate Black creativity, heritage and history across the UK with events, stories and features linked to our theme: Legacies of Action: Understanding 60 Years of Change and Challenge.

👉 Click link in bio to find out more.

A woman and creator of the tapestry stands beside a tapestry featuring diverse historical figures in uniforms. The setting is a gallery with a warm atmosphere

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 13d

✨Black History Month UK starts today!✨

60 years since the first Race Relations Act – a turning point in the fight against racism. This October we’ll revisit the key moments that made it possible, because these stories matter now more than ever.

#bhmuk25 #legaciesofaction #60yearsofchange #bhmuk

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 13d

Throughout the month, we will explore key moments in UK history that led to the passing of this historic bill.
Keep an eye out for our weekly updates & visit our website for more info.
#legaciesofaction
#legaciesofchange
#bhmuk
#osrys
#ukblackhistorymonth
#ourstoriesareyourstories

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 13d

Our theme for #Blackhistorymonth2025 this year is 'Legacies of Action: Understanding 60 Years of Change and Challenge.
2025 marks 60 years since the UK’s first Race Relations Act, a landmark moment in the ongoing journey towards racial justice and equality. #bhmuk25 #60yearsofchange

Black History Month UK 2025 poster with historic photos of Black activists and the text ‘Legacies of Action

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · 13d

Yes! It’s an amazing read – so many powerful and inspiring stories in there 🙌🏾✨

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Chipping Campden Literature Festival @chipcampdenlitfest.bsky.social · Aug 20

Hey @ibhmuk.bsky.social got our copy of Stephen Bourne's TRAILBLAZERS - fantastic read!

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 30

1968 – Second Race Relations Act
Expands anti-discrimination protections to housing, employment, and public services.
#Windrush #UKBlackHistory #WindrushLegacy #BritishHistory #WindrushDay #WindrushMonth #Windrush77 #BritishHistory #legaciesofchange #fromwindrush2justice

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 29

1964 – Smethwick General Election campaign: Tory electoral campaign in Smethwick exploits anti-immigrant sentiment with one slogan laying bare the open racism in UK politics at the time. The incident highlights how racial tensions were being mirrored and amplified in mainstream UK politics.

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 28

1963 – Bristol Bus Boycott
Led by Paul Stephenson, Roy Hackett, Guy Bailey and others, this campaign successfully challenges a local bus company’s colour bar — a major civil rights victory inspired by the US movement. 📖 To view full timeline click the link in bio. #Windrush77 #UKBlackHistory

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 27

Relations Bill, including a conciliatory commission in place of criminal penalties — a key step toward the Race Relations Board.
📖 To view full timeline click the link in bio. #linkinbio. #BritishHistory #Windrush77 #UKBlackHistory #WindrushDay #WindrushMonth

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 27

1965 – Campaign Against Racial Discrimination (CARD) founded
Formed after Martin Luther King Jr’s visit to the UK, CARD lobbies for anti-discrimination laws and legal reforms. In the following year, they submitted their influential 'Green Document' that proposed amendments to the upcoming Race

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 26

1959 – David Pitt runs for Parliament in Hampstead
Becomes one of the first Black parliamentary candidates, though unsuccessful. His campaign challenges the political status quo. 📖 To view full timeline click the link in bio.
#UKBlackHistory #BritishHistory #WindrushDay #WindrushMonth #Windrush77

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 25

1967 – First convictions under Race Relations Act: A 17-year-old from the National Socialist Party is found guilty of racial discrimination. Colin Jordan, the party’s leader, is later jailed for inciting hatred. To view full timeline click the #linkinbio. #BritishHistory #Windrush77

A judge's gavel is shown about to strike a wooden block, symbolizing the first convictions under the UK's 1967 Race Relations Act.

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 24

led notably by ex-Second World War servicemen who defended their communities. These riots sparked a wave of Black-led organising, solidarity, and cultural resistance.To view full timeline click the #linkinbio. #BritishHistory #Windrush77

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 24

1958 – Notting Hill and Nottingham Race Riots

Racial tensions erupt as white mobs, including ‘Teddy Boys’, launch violent attacks on Caribbean residents in both Nottingham and London’s Notting Hill. In Notting Hill, Black residents resist fiercely,

Black and White images of rioting crowd made up man, women and police in Notting Hill.

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 23

Throughout the rest of the month, we’ll be sharing stories of the key events and people who made a difference and laid the foundation for those continuing the fight for justice today. Stay tuned. 🗓️ #UKBlackHistory #WindrushLegacy #BritishHistory #Windrush77 #legaciesofchange #fromwindrush2justice

Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 23

The timeline traces the activism, laws, and cultural shifts led by the Windrush Generation and other communities who helped shape Black British identity—laying the foundation for today’s multicultural Britain. 🌍

📖 Check out the full article in our #linkinbio.

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 23

We’ve created a timeline highlighting the fight for racial justice and equality in the UK. ✊🏾We'll be sharing stories of the key events and people throughout the month. #UKBlackHistory #BritishHistory #WindrushDay #WindrushMonth #Windrush77 #BritishHistory #legaciesofchange #fromwindrush2justice

A black and white photograph depicts a protest march; several people carry signs, one reading "Murder in Notting Hill" and another proclaiming that "Black and White Can Live Together in Harmony".

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Black History Month UK (Press Office) @ibhmuk.bsky.social · Jun 22

#windrush77 #windrushday