“More than Words: Writing the Wrongs” Gunnersbury Park Museum June 2023-August 2024 Elevating the Archive as a site of activism, resistance and decolonisation

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Join us on Saturday 24 Feb "Black Power Women in Education" 18th Annual Huntley conference. Early tickets from £5 until 17 Feb. Contributors include Prof Beverley Bryan, Stella Dadzie, Lavinya Stennett, Pauline Rutter, Dr Gloria Botchway bit.ly/4405AqX #ldnmetarchives
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Ealing's interview team, led by @PKnewstub, met yesterday with @MayorofLondon assessment panel to showcase our brilliant plans if we're named London Borough of Culture. Back the bid! orlo.uk/Y1N7I @Gunnersbury1 @Pitzhanger @prssvuk @fhalmarchives
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Remembering Bernie Grant MP. Born this day 17th Feb 1944
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📣APPLICATIONS CLOSE 1 DAY! 📣 For Scotland’s first LeaderBoard Academy, a partnership with @sportscotland 🗣️We are thrilled to announce Kieron Achara OLY MBE as a speaker Find out more 👉 lnkd.in/eR63n_fV @KieronAchara
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Last month, we held an event to launch the Level 7 Archivist and Records Manager apprenticeships. This event explores the importance of apprenticeships and introduces a training programme to support employers. Watch the recording to find out more: youtube.com/watch?v=CDWcJhIi…
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TOMORROW'S WARRIORS CO-FOUNDER AND CEO JANINE IRONS RECEIVES OBE IN KING'S BIRTHDAY HONOURS LIST tomorrowswarriors.org/2023/0… via @Tom_Warriors
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See @fhalmarchives “More than Words: Writing the Wrongs” radical resistance exhibit about Bogle-L'Ouverture Books and #jesssicahuntley legacy at @Gunnersbury1 @75Windrush the Jigsaw Heritage Live - is on this evening from 6-9pm with artist Jaixia Blue
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We’re heartbroken to share with you the news of the passing of Donald Hinds, an incredible author, activist, and founding member of FHALMA. lRest in Peace, dear friend. You can read more about Donald and his work here: amp.theguardian.com/books/20…
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This past Thursday, Eric Huntley sat down with Counter-Narrative News to discuss his life, his work, and his impact on his community. You can watch the interview and learn more about Counter-Narrative News here: youtu.be/GZ2ggCSZ6vA
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Cultural and political activist and Bogle L’Overture Publisher Eric Huntley speaking about land possession/dispossession #Huntley2023 ⁦@fhalmarchives⁩
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#OnThisDay we recognise the contributions of #LenGarrison (13 Jun 1943–18 Feb 2003) & his commitment to the preservation of African & Caribbean History. His co-founding of @bcaheritage is testament to his dedication to educating & inspiring individuals & communities.
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We’re kicking off #FHALMA2023 here @LdnMetArchives ! Follow along on our socials for updates!
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Early Bird: Huntley Archives return with a youth-led conference focused on intersections between anti-colonial struggles, anti-capitalist resistance, and climate justice. Join in intergenerational change @LdnMetArchives Sat, 18 Feb 10:00 – 17:00 bit.ly/3GykH1V
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#Caribbean artists wanted! Come and present your work at out our conference in July 2023. Two weeks left to apply for the Bridget Jones award.
#SpreadTheWord We are open to applications for the #BridgetJonesTravelAward2023. The winner will receive £650 towards travel expenses and a bursary to cover conference fees and accommodation to present their work at the 46th #SCSConference2023 in London. Details in our website📢
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Replying to @journal_matters
@journal_matters is looking for young people to contribute to their next edition. Not sure where to start? Here’s some inspiration⬇️ This is a still from the film ‘Nurse Ademola’ 🎬 Respond to this picture any way you wish by 15/12/22 via DM or email: [email protected]⬇️
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Outloud LGBTQ+ Salon meets monthly to explore #LGBTQ+ history using personal Archives. For December, we're excited to welcome Marc Thompson @marct_01 Director of thelovetank.info and Co-founder @TeamPrepster and @TheLoveTankCIC Book now - ow.ly/Sm2o50LVaBA