The Black Britain mandate

On Wednesday, 16th October, the Black Equity Organisation (BEO) launched Black Britain’s Mandate—a groundbreaking initiative poised to reshape the landscape of racial equity in the United Kingdom. More than just a document, Black Britain’s Mandate is a movement that sets forth urgent policy demands aimed at creating a more just, inclusive, and equitable society for Britain’s Black African, Caribbean, and mixed-heritage communities.

The mandate’s policy demands are built around BEO’s six core pillars, addressing the areas where Black communities face the greatest inequalities: education, housing, justice and immigration, health, economic empowerment, and cultural awareness. These policies call on the government to integrate anti-racist frameworks across NHS services, eliminate discriminatory housing practices, and require mandatory reporting on ethnicity and disability pay gaps.

This mandate is the result of extensive engagement with Black British communities across the UK. BEO collaborated with local race equality and social justice organisations in Birmingham, Manchester, London, Scotland, and Wales, holding 19 events that drew over 480 in-person attendees and 470 online participants.

Black Britain’s Mandate goes beyond demanding change—it’s about creating it. The initiative unites powerful and diverse voices within Black communities, providing a platform for asserting political influence and shaping a transformative vision for 21st-century Britain.

Timi Okuwa, Chief Executive Officer of the Black Equity Organisation, remarked, “There have been many reports echoing the painful realities our communities have lived with for far too long. Black Britain’s Mandate is more than a moment in history; it is a powerful turning point. This isn’t just about improving the lives of Black Britons; it’s about sparking a transformation that will resonate throughout every corner of society.

“These critical policy changes are designed to dismantle the barriers that have held our communities back and unlock opportunities for a brighter, more equitable future. By holding the government to account and driving real, lasting change, this mandate is the key to building a fairer, more just UK for all.”

For more information you can read the Black Britain’s Mandate here.

Watch the Black Britain’s Mandate Launch Video here.