BSWN is deeply concerned about the growing climate of division and hostility in the UK, reflected in the increasing visibility of far-right mobilisation and the rise in racist incidents across our communities. Read the full statement ➡️ blacksouthwestnetwork.org/bl…

Join our PARC Seminar on 3 June! 📢A fascinating talk about the real-life process of decolonial reform at a university - for anyone interested in decolonisation or institutional transformation - by @ShoseKessi of @UCT_news When: 13:00 – 14:00 (BST) hybrid parc.bristol.ac.uk/event/par…

Reparative justice, repair and equitable partnerships in higher education - read more about PARC's panel at the Reparative Futures international conference in Bristol last week. #PerivoliFoundation #reparativefutures @BristolUni 👉 parc.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/202…

Did you miss our #PARCseminar with @unam_na VC Professor Kenneth Matengu? Catch up here: 📽️ parc.bristol.ac.uk/community… #Perivolifoundation #AfricaResearch

I was honoured to attend the Somali Village Exhibition in Bradford after being invited by Sado Jirde @BlackSWNet . The exhibition was powerful, educational, and emotional, highlighting the history, resilience, and contribution of Somali communities in Bradford and the UK. One of the most moving parts was learning about Halimo Abdi Badil, recognised as part of Bradford’s first recorded Muslim burial in 1904. The exhibition challenged colonial narratives and celebrated the strength, faith, and endurance of Somali people through historical stories and photographs. A truly inspiring experience. Thank you to the organisers for preserving and sharing this important history. #SomaliHistory #Bradford #SomaliVillageExhibition

Researchers of Black, Bangladeshi or Pakistani heritage are underrepresented in the UK and face barriers to career progression. Our Accelerator Awards, now open for a third round, are designed to help change that.

Join us for an open community conversation on Islamophobia & Racism 🧵 🗓 24 April | ⏰ 11–2 📍 Quakers Meeting House (BS2 9DB) Safe space. Real voices. Honest dialogue. Let’s come together, learn from each other & build unity.@ShonaJemphrey @BSBTBristol @bhmuk @BlackSWNet @YassinMohamud20 📞 075575101546 #Bristol #StandTogether #EndRacism #Islamophobia #CommunityVoices #Unity

Calling all Trustees and Directors! Join us for a practical session designed to strengthen your financial oversight and help you meet your core responsibilities. Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/managing-… #BSWN #RacialJustice #CommunityBuilding #CommunityEvents

🌱 Southwest Community Care & Connection Space | Session 1 🌱 Join us for a much‑needed space dedicated to community care, grounding, and genuine connection across the Southwest.Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/southwest…

🌱 Join Us for a Community Fruit Tree Pruning Day on Tuesday, 17th March! 🌳 Come along and be part of nurturing a shared community orchard! Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/community…

BSWN and VOSCUR have joined forces to offer you a Bid Writing Café, during which Nathalie and Jenny will answer any questions you might have about grant funding applications. Join us on Wednesday 11th March, 1pm - 3pm! Register here: events.aidecrm.co.uk/voscur/…

Connect with local community organisations and businesses, discover the services they offer, and explore opportunities to collaborate and build future partnerships. Register for a free ticket here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/network-f…

Today is your last chance to apply to be our Digital Content Creator to help tell the story of The UnMuseum by producing engaging content that documents the project, uplifts community voices, and brings the UnMuseum’s vision to life. Apply here: blacksouthwestnetwork.org/jo… 🌟

✨ Join Us for Our Bi‑Monthly Community Networking Event! ✨ Connect with other local community organisations and businesses, and learn what services they provide to collaborate and develop future partnerships! Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/network-f…

Funded by South Gloucestershire Council and delivered with BSWN, this initiative supports Black and Minoritised health and care organisations to become procurement‑ready and strengthen culturally appropriate service provision across the region. Apply now! surveymonkey.com/r/PL5M76W

✨ Join Us for Our Bi‑Monthly Community Networking Event! ✨ Connect with other local community organisations and businesses, and learn what services they provide to collaborate and develop future partnerships! Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/network-f…

Applications are still open for Digital Content Creator to help tell the story of The UnMuseum. You’ll be responsible for producing engaging content that documents the project, uplifts community voices, and brings the UnMuseum’s vision to life. Apply here: blacksouthwestnetwork.org/jo…

🌱 Join us on Thursday, 19th February, for a community tree planting day! 🌍 We’re coming together to plant trees and grow native, broadleaved woodlands that will strengthen our local ecosystems. Register here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/community…

Are you delivering Health, Wellbeing & Social Care services in South Gloucestershire? Designed to support Black and Minoritised health & care organisations to become procurement-ready, this programme will offer learning and 1-1 support. Apply here: ow.ly/Ti4I50Y49Zu

Do you believe in storytelling that can shift power? We're looking for a creative and community-rooted Digital Content Creator to help tell the story of The UnMuseum. Deadline for applications 18th February 2026 @ 12pm noon. Find out more here: ow.ly/ghI750Y49yp

Last chance to submit your proposal as a Developer or a Heritage Evaluation Consultant to join our UnMuseum project - a radical reimagining of how Black and Racially Minoritised cultural heritage is defined, collected, curated, and shared. Apply here: blacksouthwestnetwork.org/un….