Black History Month is celebrated across October in the UK, but we think African and Caribbean history, culture and heritage should be celebrated all year round, so, in addition to extensive programme of events in October, we're launching Black History 365 for our third year.
Black History 365 will make room to share the stories and experiences of people of African or Caribbean heritage who live, work or study in the borough. It aims to recognise the outstanding contribution that people of the African diaspora have made in shaping our borough.
As a council, we want to enable the wider community to better understand the histories of fellow residents, colleagues and students making a positive difference in Wandsworth, and to inspire them.
Full programme details:
Young, Disabled and Black - A Film about Culture and Disability
Filmmakers with learning disabilities explore what their culture means to them and the challenges they face in protecting their cultural identity.
Rhythms of Unity: Celebrating African and Caribbean Heritage Through Song and Community
Rhythms of Unity will bring Wandsworth's communities together through intergenerational song writing workshops and a celebratory performance, honouring African and Caribbean heritage.
CUEPOINT
Focussing on empowering young people to learn DJing, build their confidence, and connect to the cultural legacy of Black music through DJing.
Overcome: A Pointe Black Production
A ballet production showcasing the brave story of the Haitian Revolution and other key Civil Rights Moments, and celebrating Pointe Black's 5th birthday.
The Juicy Project
A project providing artist led workshops and a showcase introducing and representing the black and queer ballroom community.
Tea Party Funday
This project will celebrate The Windrush Generation with music, storytelling, cultural food, and activities for families to enjoy and learn from.
Written in the Records: Black Presence in Putney's Past
A multifaceted exhibition at historic St. Mary's Church showcasing parish records, interactive storytelling, and community-created art to illuminate the lives of Black individuals in Putney's early modern history.
Roots of Radiance
Roots of Radiance cultivates self-love and celebrates Black beauty through workshops and a vibrant event showcasing African traditions of natural wellness.
Printmaking workshops
Free Printmaking Workshop Celebrating African Symbolism
Wave Writers
A series of free playwriting masterclasses for female Nine Elms and Wandsworth residents of African and Caribbean heritage that will foster creativity and celebrate stories of Windrush and immigration in Battersea delivered by a playwright of Caribbean descent and Battersea Theatre makers.