The aim of the partnership is to create a space for local Black Afro-Caribbean people to “Tell Your Story” in line with this years Black History Month theme of “Reclaiming Narratives”.

The partnership are looking for collaborators, creators and venues to offer a small-scale programme across Forth Valley with at least one key event in Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire.

Rebecca Northover reached out to members of the community, local charities and business to bring together a partnership group to discuss celebrating Black History Month across Forth Valley.

Our partnership group includes:

Subrina Ward, Head Chef and Manager of Brina’s Jamaican Kitchen

Subrina Ward grew up in a Jamaican Community surrounded by music and song which brought her to Scotland. Subrina is also the  Head Chef and Manager of Brina’s Jamaican Kitchen which has recently moved to a new facility allowing the business to grow. Brina’s Jamaican Kitchen offers authentic Jamaican cuisine to start you on your Jamaican adventure. Subrina has previously been involved in Black History Month both in Jamaica and during her time in the UK.

Rev Aaron Moffat-Jackman, Rector St Saviour’s Bridge of Allan & St Modoc’s, Doune

Rev Aaron Moffat-Jackman is a 2nd-generation West Indian Episcopal priest dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion within the Anglican Church in Stirlingshire. As the only minister of his heritage in Scotland, he brings a unique perspective to his role and shares his cultural heritage with his congregation and the wider community.

Rebecca Northover, Police Scotland

In April 2024 Rebecca took on the role of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator and is working towards building relationships between the community and the police. Rebecca herself is Black and aware of the struggles that people still face today.

Kevin Harrison, Director of Artlink Central

Kevin Harrison is the Director of Artlink Central. Artlink Central brings artists together with people experiencing exclusion, disability or disadvantage. Our mission and artistic vision is to explore the creative potential of socially engaged arts practice in public and sited spaces. Artlink Central hosts creative opportunities across the area through Scene Stirling and is also the lead on arts for NHS Forth Valley.

Eman Hani, Chief Executive of CSREC

Eman Hani is the Chief Executive Officer of CSREC. CSREC was established to eradicate all forms of discrimination under the Race Relations Act 1976, CSREC is based in Stirling and works across Clackmannanshire, Falkirk and Stirling Council areas. Eman Hani has previously been involved in organising events to support Black History Month within the Central Scotland Area.

If you want to be involved in this or future years please get in touch, by emailing BHMForthValley@gmail.com with any ideas, existing plans or offers of support.