Windrush Generation’s role in Welsh community cohesion The Windrush Generation has played a vital role in promoting community cohesion and diversity in Wales since their arrival in the 1940s-70s. Here are some key ways they have contributed: Enriching Welsh Culture The Windrush Generation brought new culinary traditions, musical styles like reggae and calypso, and…
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National Windrush Day Funding Announcement 2024 | Windrush Cymru @76 | Applications Now Open Following the successful delivery of Windrush Grants for 2022 and 2023, Race Council Cymru (led by Windrush Cymru Elders) successfully bid via an open procurement process to administer a small grant scheme for Welsh Government funding for National Windrush Day |…
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Roma Taylor, Founder of Windrush Cymru Elders, Recognised in King’s New Year Honours List with BEM Award Roma Taylor, the esteemed founder and chair of Windrush Cymru Elders, has been duly recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List, receiving the prestigious British Empire Medal (BEM). This esteemed accolade pays tribute to Taylor’s exceptional contributions…
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RAF Musicians come to Cardiff to celebrate World Music A UNIQUE musical collaboration came to Cardiff Bay today from the RAF and a talented musician from Swansea. Titled ‘A Celebration of World Music’, it saw the Central Band of the Royal Air Force play at the Pierhead building, joined by Swansea pianist and composer Ify…
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Ethnic Minority and Commonwealth Servicemen and Women Memorial Service 2023 On Tuesday, 14th November, 2023, Alexandra Gardens in Cardiff served as a poignant backdrop for a solemn and heartfelt Memorial Service honouring the sacrifices of our Minority Ethnic and Commonwealth Servicemen and Women. The service commenced at 9:30am uniting communities in remembrance and gratitude for…
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Royal Visit Commemorating Windrush 75th Anniversary And Kickstarted Black History Wales 365 Celebrations On 3 October 2023, the Prince and Princess of Wales attended a heartwarming event at the Grange Pavilion in Cardiff. Their Royal Highnesses met with members of the Windrush Generation, marking the 75th Anniversary of the arrival of the HMT Empire Windrush.…
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Join Us For Black History Wales 365 2023-24 Launch Black History Wales 365 is an all-year showcase of artistic, cultural, and educational events across Wales, launched in September or October each year, that highlights the significant contributions and achievements of Black individuals and communities throughout Wales. The event highlights the rich cultural heritage, struggles,…
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NATIONAL WINDRUSH @75 ANNIVERSARY 2023 On the momentous occasion of the Windrush@75 Anniversary, a remarkable event took place at the iconic Senedd Building in Cardiff Bay on June 22, 2023. The day was filled with heartfelt tributes, joyful celebrations, and a renewed commitment to honouring the contributions of the Windrush generation and Commonwealth Nationals. The…
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