Black Mauritanians have historically been stripped of their land ownership rights, most notably beginning in the 1980’s when a new law provided a legal basis to confiscate their land and redistribute it to Beydanes (lighter skins Arab Mauritanians) and others [i]. This land grabbing system of laws, built upon structural racism still occurs today, … Continue reading History of Land Slavery and Forced Displacement In Mauritania: It Is Still Happening
1-1 Black Star Mentoring For Black Girls
Black Muslim Forum runs a mentoring programme funded by Islamic Relief- Black Star Mentoring- named in honour of Marcus Garvey's Black Star shipping line. Black Star mentoring aims to positively combat the barriers that Black Muslim girls face when trying to break glass ceilings during the process of accessing employment, work experience, training, placements, and personal/ professional work … Continue reading 1-1 Black Star Mentoring For Black Girls
A Dark Truth: Baby Loss and Black Mothers
by Anisah Abdullah Baby Loss Awareness Week is now in its 19th year, and it provides an opportunity for us all to mark the lives of babies lost in pregnancy or soon after birth. Running between the 9th-15th October, this campaign allows dedicated time to put a spotlight on the needs of the individuals and families whose … Continue reading A Dark Truth: Baby Loss and Black Mothers
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