All Black History Month articles
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Opinion
Black History Month: I understand the criticism of championing ‘The Black Church’ but I also think it’s important
On the final day of Black History Month, Woman Alive’s editor Tola-Doll Fisher reflects on the month and what it marks.
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Opinion
Black History Month: Presenter and author Cynthia Garrett helped me believe that, with God, I can overcome anything
The theme of this Black History Month is ‘Saluting our Sisters’ and writer Hope Bonarcher explains why she’s inspired by presenter and author Cynthia Garrett.
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Opinion
Black History Month: Watching the inclusive work of Sharmadean Reid MBE reminds me of the gospel
The theme of this Black History Month is 'Saluting our Sisters' and writer Shakira Peronet explains why she's inspired by Sharmadean Reid MBE.
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Opinion
This Black History Month I want to honour the ‘black church’ and the inspirational clergy who serve their communities
October is Black History Month Marcia Dixon MBE is celebrating the “black church”. Here she explains the impact the church had on her life and the many ways it positively influences the black community.
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Article
Shining a light on Black British history
Lola Jaye wrote her new book The Attic Child during the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement, in 2020. Here’s what she told us about how the story unfolded
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Opinion
‘Music has been a sustaining force for black people throughout history’
As part of Black History Month, singer Dawn Thomas reflects on her own history, the impact her parents had on her life, and the message of hope she wants to bring others through her music