Events
Are you a Global Majority nurse or midwife facing barriers to advancement? Join us for a conference focused on unlocking potential. Benefit from CPD accreditation, interactive sessions, and powerful lived experience contributions. Connect with others committed to equity and explore career progression pathways aligned with national NHS workforce priorities. Key speakers include Dr Penny Dash (NHS England Chair) and Professor Dame Donna Kinnair DBE.
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Date: Thursday, 5th February 2026
Location: Manchester
A day to remember, reflect, and honor those affected by COVID-19. Join us for a community gathering bringing together individuals, families, and organizations to commemorate lives lost and lessons learned. A time for collective healing, remembrance, and looking forward with hope as we continue our journey together.
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Date: Sunday, 8th March 2026
Location: Manchester Monastery
Celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women from Caribbean and African communities. Join us for an inspiring day of speakers, workshops, and networking focused on women’s health, leadership, and empowerment. A powerful gathering to honour women’s contributions and champion gender equity in health and beyond.
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Date: Thrusday, 12th March 2026
Location: The Sheridan, 371 Oldham Rd, Miles Platting, Manchester
Major summit bringing together hundreds of leaders, health professionals, policymakers, and community advocates to address systemic health inequalities affecting Black communities. Features keynote speakers, policy discussions, and action planning sessions. Creating vital conversations and influencing systemic change at the highest levels of government and healthcare.
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Date: Monday, 20th April 2026
Location: The Mermaid – 2 Puddle Dock, London EC4V 3DB
Celebrating African heritage, culture, and achievements across Greater Manchester. Join us for a vibrant day of cultural performances, food, music, workshops, and community activities. Showcasing the rich diversity and contributions of African communities while fostering unity, pride, and cultural exchange. Families welcome for this joyful community celebration.
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Date: Wednesday, 28th May 2026
Location: Manchester
Commemorating 78 years since the arrival of MV Empire Windrush and celebrating Caribbean heritage in Britain. Join us at Alexandra Park for live music, cultural performances, Caribbean food, family activities, and community awards. Honoring the Windrush generation’s contributions while celebrating Caribbean culture and strengthening community bonds across generations.
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Date: Friday, 20th June 2026
Location: Alexandra Park, Manchester M16 7JL
Celebrating excellence in Black healthcare professionals, community health champions, and organisations addressing health inequalities. An evening of recognition, inspiration, and celebration honouring those making extraordinary contributions to improving health outcomes for Caribbean and African communities. Features awards ceremony, entertainment, and networking.
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Date: Saturday, 4th July 2026
Location: London
Join a reception for media and communications professionals ahead of Black History Month. Networking event connecting journalists, content creators, PR professionals, and community organizations. Sharing Black History Month programming plans, building media partnerships, and ensuring authentic representation of Black communities in Greater Manchester media coverage.
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Date: Thursday, 11th September 2026
Location: Manchester
Official civic launch of Black History Month celebrations across Greater Manchester. Join civic leaders, community organisations, and cultural institutions at Manchester Cathedral for an inspiring evening of speeches, performances, and unveiling of month-long programming. Celebrating Black history, heritage, and contemporary contributions to our city and nation.
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Date: Wednesday, 24th September 2026
Location: Manchester Cathedral, M3 1SX
The flagship Black History Month celebration bringing together hundreds of guests for an elegant evening of recognition, culture, and community. Features awards ceremony honouring community champions, entertainment including fashion shows and cultural performances, dinner, and networking. Celebrating Black excellence, heritage, and achievements across Greater Manchester.
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Date: Saturday, 24th October 2026
Location: The Concorde Centre, Manchester
A commemoration bringing communities together to remember those lost to AIDS, celebrate advances in HIV treatment and prevention, and renew commitment to ending HIV stigma. Features a service, speakers sharing lived experiences, community performances, and information stalls. Standing in solidarity with all affected by HIV/AIDS.
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Date: Sunday, 30th November 2026
Location: Southwark Cathedral
The Greater Manchester Caribbean and African Community Carol Service returns to Manchester Cathedral for a joyful evening of unity, gratitude, and Christmas spirit. Features community choirs, orchestral music, candlelight readings, Christmas play, and festive refreshments. Celebrating achievements and looking ahead with hope. All welcome—bring family and friends for this cherished tradition.
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Date: Thursday, 17th December 2026
Location: Manchester Cathedral, M3 1SX