Black History Month 2023 - Photos and Videos

Black History Month - Mrs Agnes Slocombe & Angela from African and Caribbean Association

Mrs Agnes Slocombe talks about raising the flag at Hendon Town Hall to mark the start of Black History Month. Now in its 36th year, Black History Month recognises and celebrates the contributions of Black people to the economic, cultural, and political life in the UK. This year's theme is ‘Celebrating our Sisters’ and highlights the crucial role that black women have played in shaping history, inspiring change, and building communities. Councillor Edith David, said: “Black History Month is dedicated to celebrating communities and culture all around the world, and here in Barnet we want our communities to be part of those celebrations. It’s positive we’ve been able to mark this important occasion again this year in our borough. This is just the first step of many we are taking to promote diversity and show that we care about everyone in Barnet. We will put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do to create a fairer and equitable borough for all.”

Black History Month Family Showcase Canada Villa

Canada Villa Youth Centre hosted a free event for families and children and young people. This year’s activities include arts and crafts, African drumming, carnival headdress displays, basketball arcade machine, graffiti workshops, delicious Caribbean food and music by talented Vivienne Isebor. Local Barnet heroes headlined at this year’s event. BMX Olympic medallist Kye Whyte shared his skills and knowledge with timed start trial on the BMX bikes. A discussion panel hosted by Olympic basketball player Azania Stewart, pro basketball player Ryan Martin and Chuck Duru from Barnet Bulldogs, who shared their inspiring stories about becoming professional sports people. Find out more about activities and sessions available on Barnet visit barnetyouth.uk.

Black History Month Family Showcase Canada Villa - Showcasing the work that young people have created for their Duke of Edinburgh Award

Black History Month Family Showcase Canada Villa - Azania Stewart

Black History Month Family Showcase Canada Villa - Tre Whyte

Black History Month Family Showcase Canada Villa Olivia & Bernice

Black History Month Family Showcase Canada Villa - Parent feedback from Sandra

BACA Windrush Celebration Event

On October 11th, The #Barnet Multi-Faith Forum, with support from CB Plus (CommUNITY Barnet) and the Barnet African Caribbean Association, hosted an incredible evening dedicated to celebrating the stories and acknowledging the invaluable contributions and achievements of Barnet's #Windrush generation. Watch this short clip from Jenny Osborne, Cllr Rishikesh Chakraborty and Julie Pal.