According to the Black British Voices Survey, RACISM IN education is the single biggest factor holding back Black educational achievement.

Originally broadcast in 1956, this groundbreaking docudrama explores the experiences of the 75,000 West Indians who had then newly settled in Britain, and the disparity they found between the mythical country and the real one.

Active Archives are exited to announce two intriguing events that are coming up.

Photos from our first away day in Ilminster, which included plans for Windrush 75; workshops, refreshments, time to talk, music and movement, as well as space to flex and enjoy a lakeside walk.

Somerset African Caribbean Network are celebrating a Windrush Woman, Lynette Richards – Lorde during Women’s History Month.

Well done to the Wells and Transatlantic Slavery Working Group for all their hard work in organising the event. Link to press release and photos from the day.