º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ celebrates Black History Month

The University is delighted to host an event programme throughout the month of October to mark Black History Month. The University continues its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) agenda towards fighting racial inequality through initiatives and collaborative work across our institution.

A colourful mural reading 'Your Black Is' and a row of positive words along a panel on campus.

News

View published stories celebrating the success of our Black community and sharing initiatives the University has taken to be a more inclusive place to work and study.
Speech bubbles with text inside reading 'afro hair is a big conversation', 'reclaiming narritives' and 'BHM 2024'. Around the speech bubbles is a variety of curly lines.

‘AFRO HAIR: IS a BIG conversation’ by Dr Kerri Akiwowo

Do you have an AFRO HAIR story to tell, a memory or reflection to share in pictures? Get involved and reclaim the narrative about your Black history, identity and culture.
An installation of a track t-shirt hanging with a banner of text and a framed drawing.

Excluded because of their race, not racing

In this piece, Dr Kerri Akiwowo, Senior Lecturer in Textiles, and Selene States, Teacher across Fine Art and Textiles at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ, discuss why they designed a 1930s Olympic track uniform to spark conversations about the discrimination of Black women.
Hazlerigg building

Race Equity Timeline

The timeline displays how the University is improving race equity across the institution.

Events

There will be a variety of events taking place across the month, both online and in-person, to celebrate Black History Month. Find out how you can get involved in discussions, showcases and our march.

View all events

Resources

Tackling Racism Module

Available for all staff and students.

Race, Racism and Anti-Racist Resources

There are a number of useful resources including blogs, videos, articles and book recommendations available to view on the University website.

Microaggressions – no place at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

A microaggression is a statement, action, or incident that communicates a negative message about that group.

Understanding racial terms

To be productive and respectful in discussions regarding race and racism, it's important to understand the terminology relating to race equality.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) blog

In December 2020 we launched our EDI blog, which features personal experiences and reflections from staff members across the institution.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ talks EDI: What does it mean to be an ally?

Members of the University's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Sub-Committee explore the role of the ally.

Black History Month Watch List

A playlist of films put together for Black History Month.

Race Equity Reading List

A University Library reading list on race equity (please note that sign-in is required).

Race Equity Subject Guide

Providing access to quality resources on race equity.

Supported by

REACH Staff Network
Ethnic Minorities Network