The organisations uplifting London’s Black Community
Roundtable collaborates with Nike and agency A Vibe Called Tech on an essay series highlighting 15 non-profit organisations in London dedicated to uplifting the Black community. In 2021 Nike awarded these 15 organisations grants to support programmes in education, sports, economic empowerment and more.
“Nike Inc.’s purpose is to move the world forward — breaking barriers and building community to change the game for all. This belief drives how we are showing up to advance racial equality for Black people.” – Karol Collymore, Nike Inc’s senior director of inclusive community for social and community impact.
Taking back control:
How Black people are using creative expression as a form of self-empowerment and healing
WORDS BY SIHAM ALI
Creative expression is the bedrock of humanity. Whether it’s dancing, writing, photography, visual art or acting – creativity is a way to cope with the everyday…
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The S.M.I.L.E-ing Boys Project founder Kay Rufai
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Faith Johnson, founder of Caramel Rock
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Frank Ambei, trustee of Young Steps
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Edwin Duah, founder of RESET MH
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How these organisations are maintaining the mind of the Black community in London
Words by Adefela Olowoselu
The mind, body and soul are the components that make up a person. There are ways to maintain each: the body may be maintained with exercise and a balanced…
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Championing Black Representation in London’s Black Communities
Words by Ore Ajala
Becoming the best version of yourself is a difficult task for anyone. Combine that with not being able to see – and therefore imagine – what that version of yourself would be is especially difficult…
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Lynette Nabbosa, co-founder of Elimu International
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Reg Amoah, The 100 Black Men of London
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