keeping race on the agenda
BRIG (Birmingham Race Impact Group) is a new name for some old faces; a consortium of activists and academics who have worked for many years to promote racial justice in Birmingham.
They are coming together today because the COVID 19 pandemic is once again highlighting the extent of the UK's inequalities. At the same time, the Black Lives Matters movement is creating more ambitious approaches to fighting racism; beginning to transform the way we think of our national and local histories. BRIG is focused on resourcing the next generation of activists by pulling together Birmingham's best practice on fighting racism. BRIG plans to fully document - for the first time - the successes of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic campaigners in Birmingham over the last sixty years.
57% increase in racial and religious
aggravated offences in 2021
“This is our best last chance to get an anti-racist community policing strategy right”
— Matt Ward, Assistant Chief Constable West Midlands Police
upcoming events
Thursday 16th May
Legacy Centre of Excellence
The Power of the Black Vote
Unlock the transformative potential of the Black youth vote in shaping the future of Black communities!!! Join us on May 16 th from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Legacy Centre of Excellence for an electrifying evening that will ignite the power of the Black Youth Vote.
Prepare to be inspired by dynamic speakers and impassioned poets who will speak truth to power.
This event isn’t just about rallying Black youth to the polls; it’s about amplifying their voices and addressing the issues that matter most to them. From the streets to places of worship, workplaces to trade unions, we’re mobilising Black youth to make their voices heard and demand the change they deserve. Together, we will shape a 21 st century Britain that values and uplifts Black communities.
This gathering will directly contribute to the development of “Black Britain's Mandate,” a unifying force that aims to empower diverse voices within the Black community and exert political influence. Our vision is clear: to rectify past injustices and create a future where justice, equality, belonging and inclusivity reign supreme. We will also be running Black Britain's Mandate Poll to see what issues matter to you.
Presented by the Birmingham Race Impact Group (BRIG) in partnership with the Legacy Centre of Excellence, and supported by national organisations like the Black Equity Organisation (BEO) and Operation Black Vote (OBV), this event is part of a larger movement to combat racial and social injustices. Together, we will build meaningful platforms for real change and ensure that the Black Voice for Change cannot be ignored.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of history in the making. Register now for the ‘Power of the Black Vote’ event and exercise your hard-won democratic rights. Your vote is your voice, and together, we will secure a brighter future for Black Britain.and together, we will secure a brighter future for Black Britain.
Wednesday 24th April
Shaheed Udham Singh Welfare Centre
1964: Making History
The University of Warwick and the Shaheed Udham Singh Welfare Trust are pleased to announce the launch of their latest collaborative venture, ‘1964: Making History’. This project aims to engage young adults aged 18-25, inviting them to explore local anti-racist histories, with a special focus on the significant contributions of the Indian Workers’ Association (IWA) and the historic visit of Malcolm X to Smethwick.