BLACK IN DATA

Accelerating The Pace Of Change In Diversity And Equality

Black in Data (BiD) was founded in 2021 by Sadiquah Musa and Devina Nembhard after realising they were not alone in some of the experiences they were encountering in their professional lives. Along with Kim Yen Nguyen and Aisha Sanusi, they launched a variety of initiatives aimed at supporting data professionals - particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. The initiatives which include networking events, career development workshops, mentoring programmes, podcasts and community outreach have proved highly successful. They now have an impressive core base of 16,000 data professionals and in 2023 they successfully hosted their inaugural in-person event at Coutts.

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During Black History Month they will be host an event in collaboration with their partners The Guardian and J.P. Morgan. To learn more about BiD, or attend an event contact: hello@blackindata.co.uk

75 Ways to Celebrate Windrush 75 in Just One Day!

As Windrush 75 Celebrations continue to mark this milestone anniversary head over to Woolwich Works on 14th October for an interactive fun-packed day. A sumptuous Caribbean lunch and entertainment - including classical renditions by members of the Chineke Orchestra, a gospel choir sing-a-long, flash readings, art and a variety of performances are planned. Spend some time reminiscing lovingly restored classical cars then indulge in a High Tea. There will be lots to do as well as a children’s activity area with their own picnic boxes. For further information contact the organisers: https://www. woolwich.works/events/75-waysto-celebrate-windrush75-in-justone-day

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Drummond, Windrush 75 Network, Patrick Vernon, Primrose Granville, Jak Beula and Vanley Burke. We also extend thanks to all our sponsors.

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Nigeria became home to a number of former slaves from South America, who after the abolition of slavery, returned to their ancestral homeland. Some of the descendants of those people migrated to Britain during the Windrush Era.

AND... IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!

The Bank of England has, in the past year released from their archives extensive information on Britain’s facilitating role in the economies of the Slave Trade. The exhibition will continue to run until February 2024. To know more visit https://www. bankofengland.co.uk/ museum/whats-on/ slavery-and-the-bank