UK Black Pride

Lady Phyll on the importance of UK Black Pride and not justifying our existence on Good Morning Britain; pride month might be coming to an end but it’s 365 days a year for us. Join us for UK Black Pride on Sunday, 11th August 2024. #UKBlackPride

This week we had a great time at the BT Tower in relation to the proudly pro you campaign in partnership with Nyx Cosmetics. Find out how you can partner with UK Black Pride ahead of our Pride celebration on Sunday, 11th August 2024. Visit UKBlackPride.org.uk #UKBlackPride

🌈 UK Black Pride is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Community Action Fund! This fund aims to support organisations that advocate for LGBTQIA+ Black individuals and people of color across the UK. Who can apply? Applications are welcome from community groups, organisations, charities with an annual turnover of less than £1m, religious groups, and individuals based in the UK with a UK bank account. Funding Amounts: - Minimum: £1,000 - Maximum: £6,000 Focus Areas for 2024: - Spaces, places, and visibility - Mental and emotional well-being - Safety in public spaces - The workplace Please note, the CAF will not fund Government Departments/Organisations, NGOs, or political parties. We look forward to your applications! Learn more about the CAF program and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eYcrEsG9 Deadline: 23:59 on 4th June 2024 #CommunityActionFund #UKBlackPride

🌈✨ Calling all vibrant souls! UK Black Pride is back at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Sunday, 11th August. Let’s come together to celebrate our beautiful diversity and make it a safe haven for Queer People of Colour. YOU make it special! 💖 Want to be a part of the magic? Apply to volunteer, perform, or host a stall in our community village now at: www.UKBlackPride.org.uk. Let’s make this year unforgettable! #UKBlackPride #Pride2024 #CommunityLove

This morning, I had the privilege of sitting down with UK Black Pride Executive Director and Co-Founder Phyll Opoku-Gyimah and it was nothing short of transformative. As Chair of the Board of Trustees, I can confidently say that our conversation was a beautiful blend of reflection, innovation and forward-thinking planning. What struck me most was her unwavering passion and commitment. I am in awe of her profound love for the LGBTQI community, people, and the pursuit of social justice. It's not every day you come across a leader whose heart beats in rhythm with the very essence of the cause she champions. As we embark on this new chapter, I am genuinely excited about the future of UK Black Pride under her continued leadership. Her vision, paired with her dedication, promises to usher in an era of growth, inclusivity, and meaningful impact. Here's to progress and making a lasting difference together. Stay tuned for what's ahead! 🌈✨ #Leadership #LGBTQI #UKBlackPride #FutureIsBright

📣 We are excited that LADY PHYLL JOINS DIVA FOR LESBIAN VISIBILITY WEEK 🧡💖🤍 DIVA Magazine Phyll Opoku-Gyimah

As Uganda's draconian Anti-Homosexuality Law is being challenged in the country's constitutional court, our Executive Director Phyll Opoku-Gyimah spoke to Attitude Magazine UK 👉 https://lnkd.in/eSvHYXT4

📣 Exciting News Alert! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Lady Phyll will be taking up the very first CEO position at UK Black Pride! 🌈 Today marks a long-awaited and groundbreaking shift in our organization. After her incredible contributions as a leader at Kaleidoscope Trust, Lady Phyll will now be stepping down from her role there however she’ll be named as a patron for the organisation. 🙌🏾 This appointment is a testament to Lady Phyll's unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in championing the rights and visibility of Black and POC LGBTQ+ communities. 💪🏾 Her expertise and passion will undoubtedly propel UK Black Pride to new heights. Join us in celebrating this historic moment and welcoming Lady Phyll as our CEO! 🎊 Together, we will continue to create spaces that empower, uplift, and celebrate the diversity within our community. 🌍 #UKBlackPride #LadyPhyll #NewCEO #BreakingBarriers #CelebratingBlackQueerJoy #QITBPOC

1 WEEK TO GO! Get ready for an incredible, unforgettable experience at UK Black Pride, happening at the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. We've got all the essential information you need right here, and we'll be adding exciting updates throughout the week. Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of diversity, culture, and community. With a lineup of inspiring speakers, electrifying performances, and a supportive atmosphere, UK Black Pride promises to be an event like no other. Mark your calendars and prepare for a fun-filled day that will leave you uplifted and empowered. See you there! https://lnkd.in/exqnGdUH

UK Black Pride and its partners bring forward its 2023 event to Saturday, 19 August UK Black Pride will host its annual pride event – and 18th birthday celebration – on Saturday, 19 August. The event was originally planned for Sunday, 20 August, and the decision to bring the event forward by one day was taken after the Football Association announced a change to its scheduling, meaning a match between West Ham United F.C and Chelsea F.C will be taking place on Sunday, 20 August in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The safety, wellbeing and happiness of our UK Black Pride communities is paramount, and we recognise the potentially dangerous implications of having Black and brown LGBTQIA+ people sharing a space with a football fandom with a long history of racism, homophobia, transphobia and xenophobia. The decision to bring the event forward to Saturday, 19 August is one that helps us ensure we can put on a safe and celebratory event for our communities. We appreciate that many had held Sunday, 20 August in their calendar as a moment to reconnect with their chosen family and celebrate themselves authentically. The decision to have the annual event take place on Saturday, 19 August now means the wider Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park will feel safer and more open for our community - from both a capacity control and cultural standpoint. We look forward to celebrating UK Black Pride with you on Saturday, 19 August 2023. UK Black Pride 2023 Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Saturday, 19 August 2023 12 – 8pm