Held in October every year, Black History Month is a chance to celebrate and recognise the contributions and achievements black people in the UK and around the world have made.
The month-long celebration is also a chance to reflect on where things stand and to tackle the racism that still exists today and provides an opportunity to look back on history and discuss important issues that may not always be at the forefront of people’s conversations.
The theme for 2023 will be Saluting our Sisters - highlighting the crucial role that black women have played in shaping history, inspiring change, and building communities.
It also pays homage to black women who have had ‘contributions ignored, ideas appropriated, and voices silenced’. READ MORE: The 53 best restaurants in and around Manchester right now READ MORE: Inflatable monsters and giant puppet parade to take over city centre this Halloween To coincide with Black History Month, there will be a number of events taking place across the city-region throughout October.