The Pakistan Welfare Association (PWA) The Pakistan Welfare Association (PWA) comprises local business people in Tooting who emigrated to the UK in the 1960s. Coming to London with little more than a few pounds in their pockets but with big ambitions to make something of themselves; such is the dream of many Pakistanis even… Continue reading Pakistan Independence Day with Pakistan Welfare Association and Mayor of London
Welcome to Cen-X Podcast Episode 3 In this episode, our host, Dion, sat down with Farid Kelekun, portfolio manager at Impact on Urban Health (IoUH). Farid shared insights into his career before joining IoUH, his experiences growing up in different areas of London, and the collaboration between Centric and Impact on Urban Health. Learn more… Continue reading Cen-X Podcasts – Episode 3: With Farid Kelekun of Impact on Urban Health (IoUH)
Due to the deficit which many black professionals often find themselves in when they are in white spaces, this can lead to a myriad of dynamics. This deficit may be minimised when a black person within such spaces navigates the realm by demonstrating that they are not to be held in the same regard… Continue reading Black Gentrifiers, the Ghetto and the Black Identity-Category Nexus: A Case of ‘Mistaken Identity’?
6th UK and Ireland Implementation Science Research Conference 2023 This year NIHR ARC South London co-hosted the annual implementation science research conference as a hybrid event with the University of Limerick. On the 14th of July, Dr Shaun Danquah and Muhammed Rauf presented a plenary lecture at the NIHR Implementation Science Conference title –… Continue reading UK and Ireland Implementation Science Research 2023
France is on fire once again, following the killing of a young unarmed 17 year old, Nahel Merzouk. Recorded and shared on social media, his killing resembled a summary execution after police stopped his vehicle before firing at him as he tried to escape that harrowing experience. The crescendo of criticism against the ensuing riots… Continue reading French Riots: We’ve been here before
As we commemorate the 75th anniversary of Windrush, many of us will be reflecting on the challenges our parents and grandparents faced when arriving at the Port of Tilbury in 1948. What were their dreams and expectations when they left Jamaica for the Motherland? What and more importantly, who were they leaving behind? As second… Continue reading Artificial Intelligence & Black Intellect: The Cultural Nuances of ‘Afropeanism’
Launching on the 19.06.23, Cen-X Podcasts puts the community at its heart. This platform is dedicated to amplifying the voices of those who may not have had the opportunity to be heard before. It serves as a space for community members to share their stories, perspectives and experiences. By giving a voice to the unheard,… Continue reading Welcome To Cen-X Podcasts
The following article is being reproduced due to its significance to the Black Identity Nexus today. It remains a timely reminder of the continuing challenges of systemic racism facing particular ethnic minorities. Imagine walking down a familiar street, in a familiar neighbourhood with someone familiar. It’s been a somewhat ordinary day with your friend,… Continue reading Stephen Lawrence – 30 years on
COPYRIGHT 2021. CENTRIC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
