People, Places, Events   

While some UK individuals are first-generation immigrants, the majority of the population in the African community are second, third, and even fourth generation. In order to cater to the needs of this vibrant community, an African Arts and Community resources centre was established in the St Paul's area of Bristol in 1974.

In 2013, Ujima Radio made a significant commitment to Ofcom, the regulatory body for the broadcasting industry in the UK. This commitment aimed to further enhance the station's programming and ensure that it catered to the specific needs of the African-Caribbean community in Bristol.

With his background as the former chair of Bristol’s Commission for Race Equality, Desmond Brown was made responsible for providing strategic guidance and coordination among various partner agencies in Avon and Somerset to address racial bias within the criminal justice system.

Dr Mena Fombo (hon) is a founder, facilitator, film director and global speaker. She is deeply passionate about racial justice, political and social change. Each of her businesses are founded upon a core set of values and an unwavering belief that "I can make a difference."

Keri Andriana A native of Bristol, Keri, spent her formative years in Southmead and received her education at Colston's Girls' School. After completing her studies at the University of Bristol, she pursued a career in law, eventually attaining the role of an adjudicator.

Lyn Mareno - Co-founder RISE Lynn Moreno, originally from Bristol, moved to Easton at the age of 13 from Knowle West, giving her a unique perspective on multiculturalism in the city.

Sandra Gordon embarked on her professional journey as an administrative assistant, gradually climbing the corporate ladder to eventually become the Head of site overseeing her own Call Centre.

Established in 2013, Rise is a non-profit social enterprise founded by Sandra Gordon and Lynn Mareno with the aim of addressing the underrepresentation of black businesses on the high street.

Part II - Daniel Kaluuya At 18, Kaluuya was hired as a writer on the cult E4 drama Skins, and played the part of Posh Kenneth. He was “one of the youngest people ever to have written an hour of primetime television drama