Civil Rights

Welcome to our Civil Rights hub — a space dedicated to the powerful stories, movements, and individuals who have fought tirelessly for justice, equality, and human dignity. From the global fight against racial segregation and apartheid to grassroots campaigns for women's rights, LGBTQ+ protections, and indigenous sovereignty, this category explores the battles that have reshaped societies and inspired generations.

Here, you'll find in-depth articles, thought-provoking features, and historical deep dives that shine a light on both well-known heroes and unsung activists. Whether you're here to learn, reflect, or be inspired, these stories remind us that progress is possible when people stand up and speak out.

Elizabeth Jennings Graham: The unsung civil rights pioneer who challenged segregation

Long before Rosa Parks became the face of transit desegregation, a young Black woman named Elizabeth Jennings Graham made her own courageous stand against racial discrimination on public …

Bayard Rustin: The unsung hero of the Civil Rights Movement

Bayard Rustin was an influential civil rights activist, advisor to Martin Luther King Jr., and the main organiser of the 1963 March on Washington. Despite his significant contributions to the …

Mary McLeod Bethune: A trailblazer in education and civil rights

Mary McLeod Bethune, an American educator, activist, and champion of civil rights, played a pivotal role in shaping the course of African American history in the United States. As a dedicated advocate …

The 1963 Bristol Bus Boycott

The Bristol Bus Boycott is a landmark event in Black British history. It helped to raise awareness of racial discrimination in Britain and influenced the passing of the Race Relations Act 1965, which …

The Little Rock Nine: A milestone in the fight for desegregation

‍In 1957, nine African American students enrolled in Little Rock Central High School, marking a significant moment in the fight against racial segregation in the United States. The events that …

Claudette Colvin – the teenager that inspired Rosa Parks

You’ve heard of Rosa Parks, but what do you know of Claudette Colvin? Nine months before Rosa Parks refused to move to the back of a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, 15-year-old Claudette did the …

Bloody Sunday – Selma to Montgomery

The Selma to Montgomery march was part of a series of civil rights protests that occurred in 1965 in Alabama, a Southern state with deeply entrenched racist policies. Death and …

Malcolm X visits Smethwick, West Midlands

In February 1965, civil rights campaigner Malcolm X was in Britain to speak at the London School of Economics. Avtar Singh Jouhl, general secretary of the Indian Workers Association, invited him to …

Altheia Jones-LeCointe: A revolutionary life and impact on Black Power Movement in Britain

Altheia Jones-LeCointe, a Trinidadian physician, research scientist, and political activist, is known for her significant role in the Black Power Movement in Britain during the 1960s and …

John Lewis: A beacon of civil rights and social justice in America

‍John Lewis, born on 21 February 1940 in rural Alabama, was a prominent civil rights leader and politician known for his tireless activism, dedication to social justice, and unwavering commitment to …

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

‍The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is the oldest and most prominent civil rights organisation in the United States. Founded in 1909, the NAACP has a long and …

Thurgood Marshall: Champion of civil rights and first African American Supreme Court Justice

‍Thurgood Marshall was an influential figure in American history, known for his groundbreaking work as a civil rights lawyer and the first African American Supreme Court Justice. His tireless efforts …