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Colonisation: Uncovering the Legacies, Honouring the Stories

This space is dedicated to unpacking the far-reaching impact of colonisation, not just as a historical event but as a force that continues to shape our world today. Through personal stories, historical analysis, and cultural reflection, we explore how empires rose and fell, how borders were redrawn, and how identities were both erased and redefined.

Acknowledging our ancestors' different journeys. Exploring our connected Black histories and respecting our different cultures.

From Africa to the Caribbean, from the Americas to the Pacific, we dive into the complexities of resistance, survival, and resurgence. This category is a living archive of truth-telling, memory-keeping, and collective healing.

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History of Guyana: From colonisation to independence

‍‍The history of Guyana is one of colonial rule, the struggle for independence, and the development of a unique cultural identity. This fascinating South American nation was once a Dutch colony, then …
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The History of Jamaica: From colonisation to independence

Jamaica’s rich and vibrant history has been shaped by the courage, determination, and resilience of its people. With a tapestry of diverse cultures and influences, this Caribbean island nation …
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On this day in 1865 The Morant Bay Rebellion was an uprising that took place in Jamaica on 11 October 1865
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