When talking about sensitive issues such as race, ethnicity and identity and then connecting those themes to society, such as the Black Lives Matter movement, it's important to listen, have an open mind, and learn from each other. Efe will guide you through this series and we'll hear from young people about their thoughts on all of these things in the hope it gets you to think, learn, and help you express how you feel.
Efe Ezekiel 00:00:00:00Welcome everybody to the storytelling workshop: Beyond BlackHistory Month. This is a workshop to explore the voices of youngpeople from Black, Asian and different ethnicities who are able totell you about their experiences, identity and how they see theworld. So I hope you're ready to enjoy, learn and listen.
Efe Ezekiel 00:00:31:03It would be great if you come with an open mind, be ready to learnand share. I want you to participate and also realise that you asyoung people have a platform to share your stories and help otherpeople share theirs.
Quick question time
Go round the group and take turns in answering the following questions:
- How does knowing the stories, histories and backgrounds of people from different cultures and races change the way we treat one another?
- Why is it so important to tell stories and celebrate the achievements of black, Asian and UK minority ethnic people?
- Can you name anyone from a black, Asian or UK minority ethnic community that has an inspirational story or created a positive difference in the world?
Now you're ready to move on the next video:
2. Identity. video
Young people from black and ethnic backgrounds share the importance of defining their identity and the impact it has in their everyday lives.
