Black History Month, celebrated in the UK every October, commemorates key figures and events in black history and, since it was first organised in 1987, has become an important part of the discussion around diversity and inclusion.
This year’s theme, “Reclaiming Narratives”, brings focus to a commitment to correct historical inaccuracies in black history and is a call to Black communities in the UK to reshape the often-misrepresented stories of their cultures.
Greater Manchester is marking the month with a wide variety of events that celebrate Black History. Here’s a roundup of some of the events going on in the region: