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Black History Month in the UK dates back to 1987, coinciding with the 150^th anniversary of the abolition of slavery in the Carribean. We owe the event to Akyaaba Addai-Sebo, a Ghanain refugee living in Britain at the time, who wanted to challenge racism and celebrate the history of Black people. He chose October, as opposed to February (Black History Month in the United States), because he felt the event should take place at a time where children were refreshed from their summer holiday, less preoccupied by exams and consequently more open to learning and engaging with the topic. 

More than 30 years later, Black History Month continues to be an important time for celebration, education and recognition, with events happening across the country. Head to the official webpage to find out what’s taking place in London.

Events at Imperial

• ‘Til late: RnB, Hip-hop, Afrobeats and more Friday 10 October, 20.00 – 00.00 | Beit Quadrangle, South Kensington Campus
• CIVENG – Black History Month, Baroness Amos Online Fireside Chat Monday 13 October, 13.00 – 14.00 | Online
• Imperial College Union: Alumni Speaker Event Monday 13 October, 18.00 – 20.00 | Blackett Building, South Kensington Campus
• MDR’s Black History Month Film Screening – NIHR’s Trust: Overcoming mistrust in health research Wednesday 15 October, 12.00 – 14.00 | Wolfson Education Centre, Hammersmith Campus
• Black History Month: Outreach Event Wednesday 29 October, 18.00 – 20.00 | Skempton Building, South Kensington Campus
• Black History Month: Lived experiences in our community Friday 31 October, 11.00 – 12.00 | ACE Extension, South Kensington Campus

Our community

To learn more about the Black ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and staff that shape our Imperial community, head to the Imperial Black History Month webpage. There, you’ll also find direct links to the networks and initiatives aimed at Imperial staff and ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½.

If you’re thinking about your career this month, be sure to read through our Equality, diversity and inclusion webpage. As always, our careers consultants are here to discuss any thoughts or questions you may have about your professional journey.  Appointments are available online or in-person and can be booked via .