QMSU’s
BLACK HISTORY MONTH OCTOBER 2018 www.qmsu.org/bhm
Hello! As a Students’ Union we’re really proud to showcase the work of your Student Representatives and Society Leaders who have worked incredibly hard to ensure that Black History Month will be an exciting, informative and engaging month on all our campuses. Me and the other elected officers will be at as many events as we can and we can’t wait to see you there!
Meet your student reps leading the events
Come and s ay hi at the even ts!
Adina, Mile End Black & Minority Ethnic Student Representative BHM is important to me because it teaches black history in a way in which the formal school curriculum didn’t by celebrating and exploring the knowledge of black history beyond the scope of slavery.
Giulia, Barts and The London Black & Minority Ethnic Student Representative BHM allows us to explore and celebrate a history that should be highlighted all year round. It gives everyone the opportunity to learn something new about cultures that have heavily contributed to our current society. Make sure you get involved, I hope to see you at our events!
Rhoda, President of Pan African Society BHM is extremely important to me because when growing up blackness had constantly been synonymised with something negative. In the UK, narratives of Black History are only told in ways that imply that African peoples had no meaningful existence before slavery and colonisation. BHM gives us the opportunity to reject this, tell our own stories with our own voices and remind the world of a people who are rich and diverse in culture and history.
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Meet your student reps leading the events (cont.) Alya, President of BL-African Caribbean Society BHM is important to me because it gives us the opportunity to delve deeper into black history and expand our knowledge on black issues past and present. It’s also a celebration of our history and a hope for our future. BHM is important as it provides a platform to highlight and discuss topics that aren’t often given enough recognition despite their importance.
Mackie, Somali Soc President BHM is a time to celebrate, and commemorate the contributions of those who fought for a brighter and more diverse future. It highlights the achievements and central role of Blacks in history, and we’re proud to celebrate it.
Classic Jamaican Rice and Peas
Serves 4
Many island dwellers refer to kidney beans as “peas,” so don’t let the title fool you. This classic Jamaican dish is low in fat yet high in fibre, protein, and calcium, enjoy! Ingredients 1 (400ml) can light coconut milk 60ml cup water 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt Pinch of freshly ground black pepper 3 fresh thyme sprigs 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 cup long-grain white rice (such as jasmine) 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained Method 1.
Combine the coconut milk, water, allspice, salt, pepper, thyme and garlic in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, and bring to a boil.
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Stir in rice; reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
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Remove pan from heat; remove the thyme sprigs and garlic, and discard.
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Gently stir in the beans.
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Cover and let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Events Black History Month is an annual national celebration of black history, arts and culture and we have a great programme of events on campus throughout the month. Our Students’ Union shops, bars, cafés and sport and fitness centre will also have new special offers and playlists to celebrate the month. Everyone is welcome so come and get involved! For a full list of events go to our website:
www.qmsu.org/bhm
Wed 3rd Oct
Tues 9th Oct
Black-Owned Business Fair
LGBT+ film screening (Moonlight)
We have lots of companies coming to campus ranging from fashion designers to a music casting agency for X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent to African-inspired stationary and jewellery. You have the opportunity to buy, sign-up, join and learn from entrepreneurs of African and Caribbean descent.
This film screening by the African Caribbean & Pan African Societies will provide a relaxed social setting for freshers to interact and watch Moonlight, the recipient of the 2017 Best Picture Academy Award. The film selected offers a diverse perspective and reflection of the LGBTQ experiences within the LOUNGE PRESENTS blackDRAPERS’ community.
12-3pm, Library Square, Mile End Campus
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Thurs 4th Oct Mon 1st Oct Meet & Greet with Barts and The London African & Caribbean Society
Meet & Greet with the Pan African Society
A chance to give new and returning students the opportunity to meet and interact with the committee A chance for new students and and their fellow members. returning members to get to Come along and learn more know each other, the event will about what Pan Africanism include ice-breakers, cultural is, in a chill, intellectually food, games and what we stimulating environment, and have planned for BHM and the gain a preview of what to rest of the semester. expect from the society!
5.30-8pm, BLSA Games Room, BLSA building, Whitechapel Campus
6pm-7.45pm, Blomeley Room 2, Students’ Union, Mile End Campus
Fri 12th Oct
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FREE ENTRY 9PM - 2AM
ABC: Black History Month Special Edition www.qmsu.org/events Facebook.com/qmsuevents @QMSU_Events
Doors close at 11pm. No re-entry. On the door tickets payable by cash only. No parking on Bancroft Road. You must be over 18 to attend this event. Please bring photo ID with you only a driving license or passport will be accepted.
It’s soul time! Come and get funky and join us for this special edition Black History Month ABC, our brand new club night dedicated to Motown, Funk and Soul.
9pm-2am, Drapers Lounge, Free entry, Doors close 11pm
Wed 17th Oct
Tues 23rd Oct
Thurs 25th Oct
The History of African Civilisations and Kingdoms
“Hear BME Out”: Being BME in the NHS
History of the Horn: Reflections and Revelations
Whitewashed Eurocentric history pushes the narrative of uncivilised peoples of Africa with no history or culture. Pan African society will be holding a talk with renowned historian Robin Walker that will contest this widely negative view of Africa before colonialism and slavery. The talk aims to provide an account of the rich and complex history of the continent and battle reductionist views.
Around 1/3 of NHS employed staff identify as being BME. Yet why does discrimination still exist here? Guest: Dr Vivienne Lyfar-Cissé, Chair of the NHS BME Network
This talk is a chance to reflect and celebrate on Somalian contributions to society.
6-8pm, Perrin Lecture Theatre, Whitechapel campus
Fri 26th Oct
6-8pm, Bancroft Building 1.13a, Mile End Campus
Thurs 25th Oct University of London Great Debate Tour Fri 19 Oct th
BHM Pub Quiz Hosted by Giulia Olayemi, BL BME Rep. How well do you think you know Africa and the Caribbean? Come to test your knowledge and learn something new at the Griff Inn. Enjoy some plantain and chin chin on us!
6-9pm, Griff Inn, BLSA Building, Whitechapel Campus
6-8pm, Bancroft Building 1.13a, Mile End Campus
The tour, now in its 9th year, is a celebration of diversity and heritage as well as a forum for powerful, thought provoking discussion. With the help of a panel of experts, Fiona Rutherford, Rob Neil and Jerran Whyte, you will have the opportunity to explore issues facing African Caribbean people here in the UK.
Register interest at GDT2018.eventbrite.co.uk to receive details. Held at Kings College London. 6-8.30pm, Free entry
Afrobeats dance workshop with Kelchenekoff Activist, Actor, Pole dancer. Kelechi Okafor, an award winning dance instructor that boasts thousands of followers on social media, will show you how to dance to afrobeats – no matter your level. Seeped in history as well as fun and upbeat, this workshop will be first come first serve!
6-7pm, Blomeley rooms, Students’ Union Hub, Mile End Campus
Look out for offers in our venues & outlets!
Look out for Mon 29th Oct What does Brexit mean for Black and Asian Britain Join Mile End Institute in discussion about what challenges brexit poses to BME groups in Britain today. On the panel is Neema Begum, expert in voting behaviour, Rupa Huq, MP for Ealing Central and Acton, Sunder Katwala, Director of British Future and Trevor Phillips, former chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission.
Mile End Institute, 6.30-8pm
QMSU Moving Exhibit Look out for the Black History Month moving exhibit in and around our campuses which showcases a range of influential events and people throughout history and viewpoints from our students. www.qmsu.org/bhm
Ground CafĂŠ Pop in for some special AfroCaribbean inspired produce throughout October. They will also be playing Black History Month inspired music throughout the month. www.qmsu.org/ground
Qmotion Sport & Fitness centre
Thurs 1st Nov Motown: The Musical Motown: The Musical uncovers the story of the legendary record label that changed music history and created the soundtrack of a generation.
Shaftesbury Theatre, see qmsu.org for ticket info & prices
More eve nts online at www.qmsu . org/bhm
Throughout October, Qmotion will be hosting music chosen by your elected Student Reps and Society Leaders to celebrate Black History Month whilst you work out! www.qmsu.org/qmotion
Genesis Cinema Join your local Stepney Green cinema to celebrate Black History Month and be entertained by stimulating films that are certain to inspire conversation around black heritage. www.genesiscinema.co.uk