Professor Sir Patrick Vernon OBE FRHistS

Social Commentator, campaigner and cultural historian

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Strengthening Global Connections at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference

Strengthening Global Connections at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference The 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference brought together Jamaicans from across the globe to strengthen connections, explore investment opportunities and celebrate the enduring partnership between Jamaica and its diaspora. One of the busiest exhibitors was the National Land Agency (NLA), where attendees sought guidance on […]

Hackney Citizen: Sir Patrick Vernon to lead Rio talk as film spotlights black and working-class health researchers

Sir Patrick Vernon to lead Rio talk as film spotlights black and working-class health researchers Fresh from being knighted for his services to racial equality and social justice, Professor Sir Patrick Vernon will return to Hackney this week to chair the opening night of a powerful new documentary exploring the experiences of Black and working-class […]

Hackney Citizen: Patrick Vernon Knighted

Patrick Vernon Knighted Hackney Citizen has honoured Sir Patrick Vernon on the cover of its July 2026 edition, celebrating his knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to racial equality and social justice. The feature recognises Sir Patrick’s decades-long commitment to campaigning for racial justice, health equity and migrant rights. His work includes leading […]

The Voice: Campaign launched to recover Empire Windrush anchor for national memorial

A NEW campaign has been launched to recover the anchor of HMT Empire Windrush for a national memorial. The Windrush Anchor Memorial Foundation announced plans on Windrush Day to recover the anchor of the famous vessel from the Mediterranean seabed – with the ambition of transforming the historic artefact into a permanent national memorial in […]