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Dame Margaret Ebunoluwa Aderin-Pocock, DBE, formerly known as Aderin, was born on March 9, 1968, in the United Kingdom. She is a renowned space scientist and science educator, holding the prestigious position of honorary research associate at University College London's Department of Physics and Astronomy. Additionally, she has been serving as the chancellor of the University of Leicester since March 1, 2023.

Derrick Errol Evans, MBE, also known as Mr Motivator, is a renowned fitness instructor who was born on 15 November 1952 in Manchester Parish, Jamaica. Despite a challenging start in life, being given away by his single mother at three months old, Evans found stability and support from his adoptive father, Stanford Rose, who was a farmer in Jamaica. In 1961, his adoptive family relocated to Leicester, UK, where his father worked as a labourer in a knitwear factory.

Donald Gladstone Rodney, (18 May 1961 – 4 March 1998) a renowned British artist, played a pivotal role in the BLK Art Group of the 1980s, establishing himself as a highly innovative and adaptable artist within his generation. His artistic endeavours were characterised by the appropriation of images from various sources such as mass media, art, and popular culture, all aimed at delving into the complexities of racial identity and racism. Rodney's work not only showcased his ar

Later that evening, Reid-Bailey reported the news to Stephenson at the youth club, and the following day both went back to the bus company to protest. But

Guy Reid-Bailey was a hero of a civil rights movement in the UK that is only now being given its due. A central figure in the struggle to end the unofficial segregation – the notorious “colour bar” – rampant in the UK in the 1960s, he took part in the Bristol bus boycott, which is credited with encouraging politicians to bring in the first Race Relations Act in 1965. He went on to found the first black housing association in Bristol and set up a cricket club to challenge disc

Colin Andrew Ignatius Peter McFarlane (born 15 September 1961) is a black British actor, narrator and voice actor. He is known for his roles in film and television including Gillian B. Loeb in two films of Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Trilogy and Ulysses in the STARZ television drama series Outlander.

Michele Curtis, an artist based in Bristol, has always had a passion for creativity since her childhood. Growing up in a time when pursuing a career in the arts was not widely accepted, especially for black women, she faced numerous challenges. However, her determination and love for art never wavered. Throughout her life, Michele and her children experienced racism on a daily basis.

Ade Williams, a Pharmacist from Bristol, was awarded an honorary degree at UWE Bristol's summer graduation ceremonies held at Bristol Cathedral. This prestigious recognition was rewarded to him along with six other individuals who have demonstrated exceptional expertise and leadership in various domains such as health, climate change, science communication, and architectural education.

Born in British Guyana in 1939, Barbara Dettering relocated to Bristol in 1961, residing in various neighbourhoods such as Clifton, St Werburghs, Bedminster, and eventually settling in Eastville. Throughout her time in the city, she actively engaged in the community, working as a Development Officer, teaching both academic and social skills.