It was lovely to see several young people at the Black History Studies event the other night, "Slavery Is Not Our History". More about this event soon.
One young man asked the important question (and I am paraphrasing): given the pressures on young people today, what is the point of focusing on history?
As you can imagine, there was a lot to say about this.
Mark Simpson of BHS referred to Sankofa: in order to move forwards, you have to look backwards. In order to know where we are going, we need to know where we have been.
Charmaine Simpson, also of BHS, pointed out that many of the issues we face today originated in the enslavement of our ancestors.
I talked about the importance of identity. Without knowledge of our history and of who we are, it is easy for us to become confused.
Click here for more Black history events.
Click here for even more Black history events, with Black History Studies and London Black History Walks. These events are held year-round.
It is vital that you share this information with young people and parents.
And always, always Remember Your Greatness.
One young man asked the important question (and I am paraphrasing): given the pressures on young people today, what is the point of focusing on history?
As you can imagine, there was a lot to say about this.
Mark Simpson of BHS referred to Sankofa: in order to move forwards, you have to look backwards. In order to know where we are going, we need to know where we have been.
Charmaine Simpson, also of BHS, pointed out that many of the issues we face today originated in the enslavement of our ancestors.
I talked about the importance of identity. Without knowledge of our history and of who we are, it is easy for us to become confused.
Click here for more Black history events.
Click here for even more Black history events, with Black History Studies and London Black History Walks. These events are held year-round.
It is vital that you share this information with young people and parents.
And always, always Remember Your Greatness.
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