Welcome to Black History Month 1 Oct 2025

Welcome to Black History Month

October in the United Kingdom isn"t just about falling leaves—it"s about rising voices. Black History Month highlights the achievements, struggles and contributions of Black people. First marked in 1987 by Akyaaba Addai-Sebo, a Ghanaian officer at the Greater London Council, the month was created to inspire pride and representation among young Black people. Since then, it has grown into an annual tradition of learning and celebration.

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Today in History

Black History Month begins
1 Oct 2023Lake Bled, Slovenia
1 Oct 2024Black History Month

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16 Jun 2025World Sea Turtle Day
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11 Dec 2024International Mountain Day
28 May 2024The Monastery of Roussanou, Greece
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24 Dec 2024Silent night, sparkling lights and hearts full of joy
2 Jun 2025Skipper butterfly on an Echinacea flower
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17 Sep 2024Mid-Autumn Festival
18 Feb 2026Przewalskis horses
5 Oct 2025World Teachers Day
Patchwork of peace
22 Nov 2025Leshan Giant Buddha, Sichuan, China