Black History Month is held in the UK every October, and is for everyone.

This year’s theme, Honouring Our Community, celebrates the rich histories, cultures, achievements and contributions of Black communities in Reading and beyond.

This year, we’re hosting a diverse set of events celebrating the national theme of Honouring our Community. Events include a community fete, workshops, talks and a Conversation Cafe.

We invite students, staff and members of the public to attend events, engage with communities, and join the conversations that matter.

Together, we are Honouring our Community.

Conversations with a Curator: The World Reimagined Project

Join artist Carol Sorhaindo and Curator Hannah Lyons in this online talk. They discuss the inspiration and creativity behind Sorhaindo's globe, now on display at Whiteknights campus.


1 October 19:30 to 20:30 | Online | Open to all

Omari Souza: Design Against Racism

Design Against Racism examines how design has both reinforced and resisted racial inequities over the past century.


7 October 13:00 to 14:00 | Nike Lecture Theatre, Agriculture, Whiteknights campus | Open to all

The Joyful Futures Project: Black Futures

This zine-making workshop focuses on honouring Black creativity and imagining joyful futures.


13 October 12:00 to 14:00 | Room 201, Henley Business School, Whiteknights campus | Open to all Black and Black-mixed heritage people

Treats Tuesday: Zine-making Workshop

Join us for a Black History Month-themed Treats Tuesday for a fun zine-making workshop.


20 October 16:00 to 18:00 | Lounge Room 2, Reading Students' Union | Open to students

Golders Club Lunch

We are looking for staff and student volunteers to support the serving of lunch and chat with the Reading Golders Luncheon Club members.


27 October 11:00 to 16:00 | Flex, Reading Students' Union | Open to staff and student volunteers

 

English Conversation Cafe

Come to our English Conversation Cafe to meet new people and practice your conversation skills if English is an additional language.


28 October 11:00 to 12:00 | Online | Open to all students and staff

Flagship event: Community Fete

The University’s Black History Month Community Fete showcases the organisations, businesses and individuals who make a positive difference across our town.


31 October 11:00 to 15:30 | Broad Street Mall | Open to all