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Other Black Plaques Mae Street-Kidd 15 October 2015 Red Cross Volunteer. During World War II Mae served as a nurse at Netley Hospital Victoria Park and also became assistant director of the Red Cross service club for black soldiers in Southampton. Mae was of mixed parentage and in her biography “Passing as Black” she reflects on the conflicts she experienced because of it. "Most of us, whether white or black, are mixtures of many races and nationalities," Mae Street Kidd returned to the USA after the war, entered politics and made civil rights the focus of her work. Mae Street Kidd 1904 - 1999 Excerpt from Black Stories Southampton, Extraordinary Accounts by Don John LOCATION Royal South Hants Hospital Graham Road, Southampton SO14 0YG Go to Windrush 75 Go to Next Plaque

MAGAZINES 2023 2020 2017 2014 2022 2019 2016 2013 2021 2018 2015 In 2011 and 2012 a Black History Month South Guide was created. ​ 20 12 Click here to download the 2012 Guide PDF. ​ 2011 Click here to download the 2011 Guide PDF. Physical copies of the latest magazine are available at: October Books , John Hansard Gallery , Southampton Central Library. Alternatively, get in touch with us by email. BHM South 2024 Advertise with us Magazine Advertisi ng rates Full page - £120 Half page - £85 Quarter Page - £45 For more information, or to place an advert in our next issue, email: blackhistorymonthsouth@gmail.com Get in touch

Other Black Plaques Joe Harriott 10 October 2012 Pioneer, Jazz musician. In 2012 we relocated the Joe Harriott plaque to The Cultural Quarter Guildhall Square together with a special plaque to celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Windrush, joining the Craig David Plaque which was already there. There was a special unveiling event during the month and a lunchtime reception at the Stage Door on Wednesday October 10th from noon, featuring a live band. Plaque previously located at The Red Lion, Bitterne. LOCATION Cultural Quarter, Southampton Joe Harriott Black History Month South 2012 - ITV News Go to Windrush 75 Go to Next Plaque

Back to Windrush 75 Windrush Celebration Sail 24 June 2023 SS Shieldhall set sail from Southampton as part of the Windrush 75 celebrations. A momentous occasion is on the horizon as the SS Shieldhall sets sail from Southampton on 24th June as part of the Windrush 75 celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush at the Port of Tilbury on 22nd June 1948. The event will be an afternoon filled with appreciation, and reflection for the significant role played by the Windrush generation in helping shape the cultural fabric of the United Kingdom. As the SS Shieldhall sails around the coast there will be performances that capture the spirit of the Windrush generation. Attendees can look forward to live music, an audio visual exhibition and cultural display, all highlighting the remarkable contributions and enduring legacies of the Windrush community. The Windrush Sailing 75 celebration event will serve as a platform to better understand some of the challenges faced by the Windrush generation and the ongoing efforts to address historical injustices. It will also provide an opportunity to celebrate the successes, resilience, and cultural vibrancy of the community, reaffirming the shared values of inclusivity and diversity. PERFORMERS Mr Eversley - Sounds of the Carribbean Queenie Creole Moore LOCATION Berth 110, Southampton Docks ORIGINAL ARTICLE https://ss-shieldhall.co.uk Image Credit: Bricolage Productions Video filmed and edited by Will Faulkner, SS. Shieldhall Volunteer, I Will Film LTD. ITV Meridian News Report from Shieldhall Steamship about Windrush 75 celebrations. In Collaboration With... Previous Event Next Event

HOME from HOME Black History Month South, after being delayed by the coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic is now pleased to present Southampton - Home From Home, a film marking the Mayflower commemoration through the lens of migration. 2020 was the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower featuring an international programme of events, joining 12 cities and four nations across the UK, Netherlands and USA. ​ Our film features 5 wonderful people from all corners of the globe that have chosen to make Southampton their home. ​ Renes - Haiti Aysha - South Africa Edy - Poland Dennis - Fiji Abi - Nigeria ​ Their fascinating individual stories tell about their early lives in their homeland and experience of living in Southampton whilst maintaining a link to their cultural heritage. This is a Black History Month South CIC Production Camera Operator: Tom Baldwin, Elite Cinematics Video Editor: Olu Rowe Watch Home from Home Edy - Poland Dennis - Fiji Renes - Haiti Aysha - South Africa Abi - Nigeria In collaboration with... Black Plaques Cancer Campaign

Back to Windrush 75 Creative Skills Workshops 14 August 2023 An event for creative young people aged 13-19. Are you aged between 13-19? Would you like to develop your skills in graphic design or film production? Work with graphic designer Greg Bunbury to design digital displays inspired by portraits taken by local photographer, Nosa Malcolm or learn more about the filmmaking process and create your own short film with local company Bricolage. Greg Bunbury, graphic designer Greg creates visual designs to connect with and have an impact on audiences. He uses his voice to educate, engage, and share his experience. Greg curates and designs for the Black Outdoor Art project, an initiative in partnership with outdoor agency Brotherhood Media, that utilises donated billboard space as a platform for other Black British designers. More about Greg here. Bricolage Productions Run by former Itchen College students, Chris Garnes and Jack Wilson. Chris has a wide knowledge of media and post-production and communication, while Jack has a background in pre-production and creative development. They specialise in moving image, film and photography. These workshops are part of Windrush Legacy. A partnership project between Black History Month South, Southampton City Council and John Hansard Gallery, with funding from the Windrush Day Grant Scheme. CREATIVES Greg Bunbury, Graphic Designer Bricolage Productions - Production Company LOCATION John Hansard Gallery ORIGINAL ARTICLE https://jhg.art/events/creative-skills-workshops/ Image Credit: Greg Bunbery, Graphic Designer In Collaboration With... Previous Event Next Event

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ABOUT Southampton formally recognised Black History Month in 2005 through the work of Don John and Jayanti Shah MBE , the founding members, and is now established as one of the city’s most recognised cultural events. Although there was some consciousness of Black History Month in the city, it was not until 2005 that Southampton formally recognised Black History Month. The first task was to plant the idea into the psyche of the city; and a very basic acknowledgement was contrived. ​ The celebration took the form of a ceremony at Southampton City Council with the Mayor present, and a performance by steel band from Weston Park and an audience from other local schools. A number of other special guests were also invited and the seed was planted. Special thanks to Ranjeev Kumar Pathak who assisted us in the early years. Information about past launches, from the very first in 2005 up until 2013 can be found in our 2014 magazine. Find Out Our Aims Origins of BHM

Other Black Plaques Muhammad Ali 29 October 2016 Professional Boxer and Activist. Muhammed Ali in Hedge End 1971. Black Plaque to commemorate the moment. It is not every day that the most famous sporting superstar on the planet walks into your local supermarket. But in October 1971 that is exactly what happened in Hampshire. Bemused shoppers looked on in astonishment as the former world heavyweight boxing champion, Muhammad Ali, created a “rumble” in the aisles as he made an appearance at the Fine Fare Supermarket in Hedge End. It was undoubtedly a surprising sight and not a littleincongruous to see a legend of Ali’s stature up close and personal and it’s pretty safe to say that since that day no one with a bigger name than Muhammed Ali has been spotted locally. This is part of a newspaper report at the time. Muhammad Ali 1942 - 2016 Excerpt from Black Stories Southampton, Extraordinary Accounts by Don John LOCATION Cotswold Outdoor Ltd, 13 Lower Northam Road, Hedge End, Southampton SO30 4FN Muhammad Ali visits Hedge End Fine Fare store in the 70's Go to Windrush 75 Go to Next Plaque

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Other Black Plaques Craig David 1 October 2013 Singer and Songwriter. Craig David was born 5th May 1981 in Southampton Hampshire the son of Tina (neé. Loftus), a retail assistant, and George David, a carpenter, and grew up in the Hollywood Estate Southampton. Craig's father has a Grenadian heritage and Craig's mother is Anglo-jewish and related to the founders of the Accurist watch-making company. Craig loves his hometown and is a huge fan of Southampton Football Club. He atteneded Bellemoor School and Southampton City College and was awarded an honorary doctorate from Solent University. Craig was also awarded a Black Plaque which can be found in the cultural quarter Guildhall Square. David's father played in a band called the Ebony Rockers and as a teen David began accompanying his father to local dance clubs, where DJs let him take the microphone. He spent some time as a DJ at the local Southampton West Indian Club. David's earliest exposure came when he worked on a B-side to British group Damage's cover 'Wonderful Tonight', on the track 'I'm Ready'. He then started doing vocals for the English garage duo The Artful Dodger. Colin Lester, of Wildstar record, then became aware of Craig's talent. At that point Lester offered him a devolpment deal with his label. When Lester later heard the song '7 Days', he said he immediately heard a number-one record and promoted the contract to an album deal the same day. The album 'Born To Do It' was released in the United States on 17th July 2001, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard chart and has now sold over 7.5 million copies worldwide, making it one of the biggest albums by a UK R&B artist. The album debuted at number one on the UK album charts becoming the fastest-selling debut album by a British male solo act. The single '7 Days' hit the top 10 in the U.S and MTV voted Born To Do It as number 2 on their Greatest Albums of All-Time poll, behind Michael Jackson's Thriller. The rest is history. Excerpt from Black Stories Southampton, Extraordinary Accounts by Don John LOCATION Cultural Quarter, Southampton Go to Windrush 75 Go to Next Plaque