Black History Month 2008

Southampton's Black History Month LaunchBlack History Month 2008

Southampton celebrated Black History Month with a series of events and displays, starting with its launch on 1 October 2008 at Southampton Art Gallery.  

Swaythling was proud to support this successful annual event. 

Black History Month focuses on:

  • Promoting knowledge of black history and experience

  • Disseminating information on positive black contributions to British society 

  • Heightening confidence and awareness of black people in their cultural heritage

For further information and to find out how you could be involved in future events visit www.southampton.gov.uk or contact Don John of Southampton City Council’s Stronger Communities & Equalities Team by ringing 023 8083 2274.

 

Black History Month