2020 - April to June
Over the past three months we have lived through very challenging times. We have seen a global pandemic take hold, killing thousands in the U.K., with the B.A.M.E. community and over 60's disproportionately affected. We have witnessed widespread protests following the traumatic and unlawful killing of George Floyd.
In this issue of Kaleidoscope, Pam reflects on the reasons why our B.A.M.E community has been so badly hit by COVID-19, while Shanique explores the deaths of black men in UK custody, offering us a note of hope that George Floyd's death can - and should - lead to lasting social change. Articles exploring film, music and literary history, South Africa, South London and growing up in Stevenage all highlight the socio-personal experiences of members of our community in both past and present times, at a time when it is crucial to make our voices heard.
- United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
Early trailblazers and race relations...Zain on her passion for film making and what previous generations can teach us about this creative medium read more... - Africa | 2020 - April to June
In the first of a two part series on the legacy of Apartheid, Graham considers its early history. Did it really begin in 1948? read more... - Caribbean | 2020 - April to June
Sharon at White Oleander Destinations BVI shares her thoughts on the beauty of the island's region. Already we are wishing we were sailing off to Tortola... read more... - United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
Samantha at the Foot Space Clinic, Morden, discusses the benefits of reflexology and aromatherapy. read more... - United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
Deborah on the deaths of seven influential black musicians since April 2020. read more... - United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
Gazi pays tribute to the charismatic 'alternative mayor of Brixton.' Photograph by Benji Reid, courtesy of Justin McKenzie at Jazzre:freshed. read more... - United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
Marsha on the death of George Floyd. How can we explain an incident set against a backdrop of hundreds of years of oppression to our children? read more... - United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
Shanique considers the impact of the protests surrounding the death of George Floyd on the U.K. read more... - Caribbean | 2020 - April to June
Craige, a resident of Antigua, reports on the island's experience of the global pandemic read more... - United Kingdom | 2020 - April to June
David reflects on his family's experiences of one of our many local BLM events. read more...