Living Black British History: A Panel Discussion with Black British Activists
On Friday, 18th October, Reconnect JA hosted Living Black British History, a hybrid panel discussion held at King’s College London’s Harris Lecture Theatre. The event provided an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of contemporary Black British activism, breaking away from the traditional Black History Month focus on historical figures to highlight those shaping Black British history today.
Attendees, both in-person and online, had the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, ask questions, and gain insights from modern-day changemakers actively contributing to the Black British narrative.
Reconnect JA remains committed to hosting events that not only celebrate Black history but also amplify the voices shaping its future.
Our Panellists
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![Young man with braided hair wearing traditional graduation attire with a maroon and gold robe and a red sash, standing outdoors near houses and a parked car.]()
Jovan Owusu-Nepaul
Former Labour parliamentary candidate & Labour HQ staff
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![A smiling woman with braids, hoop earrings, wearing a green jacket, outdoors in park with benches, trees, and buildings in background.]()
Omena Osivwemu
Policy Officer & ‘BLAM UK’ Black History Consultant
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![A woman with curly hair wearing a white shirt, standing outdoors on a rooftop with city buildings and trees in the background.]()
L’Myah Sherae
Founder & CEO of the ‘All-Party Parliamentary Group for Race Equality in Education’ and ‘Enact Equality’
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![A man with glasses, a beard, and curly hair wearing a blue shirt and maroon blazer, smiling at the camera.]()
Rhammel Afflick
Managing Director of ‘Queer Beyond Belief’; Head of Youth Activism of ‘BiteBack Advocacy’
