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Black History, Achievement and News Derby Black History Month (BHM) takes place each year October 1-31.

Our mission calls us to alleviate marginalisation and isolation experienced by many who identify as Black by highlighting and celebrating our history achievements and news, to counter and challenge pervasive inaccurate perceptions in Britain. In Derby for the first time in a very long time, we are attempting to coordinate our celebration City and County-wide with a programme of events which promotes the history and contributions of African and Caribbean communities and opens a dialogue which helps us to understand the present through our past. Thanks so much to the Black History Month Planning Group who gave their valuable time and ideas and insights towards making this fledgling start a reality. Special thanks to Niamh, Rio, Vanessa, Siobhan, Sophia, Lauren, Donna, Sue and Black Community Matters (BCM) for coordinating.

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Who am I? Where do I fit? What makes me, me?

This Black History Month, ROOTS & RHYTHMS: I AM WHO I AM gives children a fun, creative space to explore Black history and culture through stories, music, art, play and discovery, building confidence and pride in who they are.

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📍 MOSAICC Human Liberation Centre
Ground Floor Offices, Stuart House, 15–23 Green Lane, Derby DE1 1RS

11am–1pm | Ages 6–8
2–4pm | Ages 9–11

Just 15 places in each session.

WHO CAN JOIN US?

Every child is welcome. We want children to learn together, be curious about one another and discover more about the histories and cultures that shape the world around them.

Because this is a Black History Month event created to help Black children see themselves, their heritage and their stories reflected and celebrated, if a session is oversubscribed, priority will be given to children of Black African and Caribbean heritage, including mixed/dual heritage children.

Children of all other heritages who want to learn, share and explore with us are warmly welcomed.

ÂŁ3 per child (subsidised places are available if cost is a barrier).

TO BOOK YOUR CHILD’S PLACE

Email [email protected] with:

• Child’s first name and age
• Parent/carer’s name and phone number
• Which session you are booking on
• Any allergies, dietary requirements or additional needs
• Whether you would like a subsidised place

We’ll reply to confirm your child’s place.

Healthy snacks provided. Parents/carers who would like to stay and help are very welcome.

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The Mandela Centre, 179 Pear Tree Road
Derby
DE238NQ

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