EVENT: Saturday 31st Oct – BOOK LAUNCH! Black British Members of Parliament in the House of Commons
Who are the Black British Members of Parliament and how did they get there? What have they achieved and what are they passionate about?
In this unique collection of personal stories you can find out more about their fascinating journeys. If you connect to even just one of these parliamentarians, some of whom are ground-breakers, then you would feel empowered to continue on your own journey and stand up for what matters to you. Whether young or mature, your participation has an impact.
Sign up and join the book launch to meet the author and find out more in this unique and incredible year of Black Lives Matter and during Black History Month.
Some reviews:
‘A fascinating collection of personal stories, struggles and successes, “Black British MPs” does not only celebrate Black representation, it inspires us to fight for more.’
David Lammy MP
‘This book publication is a useful compendium on the history of Black MPs since 1987 in exploring their parliamentary careers, their high and lows. This will hopefully inspire the next generation of Parliamentarians’.
Patrick Vernon OBE co -author 100 Great Black Britons
‘This accessible guide to today’s Black British MPs will inspire young people to aim high.’
Dr. Miranda Kaufmann, Author of BLACK TUDORS
Mental health counsellor and author Shirley Anstis is releasing her third book – Black Members of Parliament in the House of Commons. As a practicing counsellor and a former Careers Adviser she has a keen interest in peoples’ stories and shining a light on hard-earned success. Join in to find out more and be inspired.