Celebrating Black History Month, October 2006
Throughout October, student unions, local authorities and community groups are organising workshops and events to recognise the history of Black people.
Black History Month is an opportunity to promote information about the perspectives and experiences of Black people throughout time, while building knowledge of Black peoples’ contributions to British society and beyond.
This years theme is ‘ Remembering our Past, Creating our Future’ noting the comment by Black civil rights activist, Dr Godwin Woodson, who argued that ‘those who have no record of what their forbears have accomplished lose the inspiration for change that comes with the teaching of history. To leave legacies like those of our predecessors we must get active and involved in making change in the here and now.”
The NUS Black Students’ Campaign is therefore encouraging you - with the support of your Black clubs and societies, to organise events in this month long initiative. By embracing our diverse student communities, you can be part of a national drive to educate, inform, celebrate and share the history of all cultures on our campuses.
For ideas of activities and events you could organise, along with a model article in your union publication, a list of great Black Britons, a series of FAQ’s (frequently asked questions) please visit www.nusonline.co.uk/campaigns/blackstudentscampaign
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