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Nov 3, 20233 min read

Breaking Digital Barriers

How SEMPER Scotland, Forth Valley Police and Vodafone Helped Uplift Communities Black History Month is celebrated every year in...

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The University of Glasgow and its Historical Connections to Slavery

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Oct 24, 20232 min read

The University of Glasgow and its Historical Connections to Slavery

Introduction: The University of Glasgow, a prestigious institution of higher education located in Scotland, has a complex history that...

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Oct 20, 20233 min read

Understanding Immigration and Migration: Challenges and Empathy in Scotland

Immigration and migration have played a vital role in building nations throughout history. They have brought diversity, innovation, and...

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Uncovering the Untold Stories Behind Our City's Statues: David Hume Statue

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Oct 19, 20233 min read

Uncovering the Untold Stories Behind Our City's Statues: David Hume Statue

Please be advised that this article contains quotes that were prevalent at the time and may contain racist language. We do not condone or...

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Oct 17, 20231 min read

In Conversation With - Sir Geoff Palmer

Sir Geoff Palmer, a Chancellor and Human Rights Activist, shares his personal journey from Jamaica to London and his experiences with...

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We are Institutionally racist, BUT CAN WE TALK ABOUT IT?

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Oct 15, 20231 min read

We are Institutionally racist, BUT CAN WE TALK ABOUT IT?

Having race-related conversations in the workplace can be a powerful and inspiring experience. It allows us to expand our perspectives,...

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Connecting and Rethinking the Histories of Slavery and the Scottish Highlands

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Oct 9, 20231 min read

Connecting and Rethinking the Histories of Slavery and the Scottish Highlands

This video is from an event for Black History Month, featuring three speakers who are experts in the history of slavery and its...

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To abolish racism in Scotland, we need to address the structures that perpetuate it.

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Oct 6, 20232 min read

To abolish racism in Scotland, we need to address the structures that perpetuate it.

By Pheona Matovu In this article, Pheona Matovu discusses the ongoing existence of racism in Scotland and the need to address the...

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Exploring "A Corner of Pakistan in Scotland" by Hamish Johnston

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Oct 5, 20232 min read

Exploring "A Corner of Pakistan in Scotland" by Hamish Johnston

Enhancing Police Understanding of Community History Introduction: In the written work of Hamish Johnston titled "A Corner of Pakistan in...

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Uncovering the Untold Stories Behind Our City's Statues

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Oct 4, 20233 min read

Uncovering the Untold Stories Behind Our City's Statues

Henry Dundas Statue Introduction: The statue of Henry Dundas, located in the heart of Edinburgh, has been controversial for many years....

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Oct 4, 20220 min read

Black History Month 2022

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Profiles In Focus - Professor Sir Geoff Palmer

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Oct 31, 20214 min read

Profiles In Focus - Professor Sir Geoff Palmer

Chancellor of Heriot Watt University, Renowned Scientist and Scotland’s first Black professor Sir Geoff was born in St. Elizabeth,...

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Oct 14, 20211 min read

BHM WEBINAR - Presented by EMSOU's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Board

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Oct 6, 20212 min read

Scotland's Role in the Slave Trade

The Slave Trade, the exploitation of Africans to labour in British colonies in America and the West Indies occurred from the late 18th...

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