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BLACK HISTORY SUMMIT 2025

Black History Month Summit 2025 – A Celebration of Heritage, Innovation and Cultural Exchange

THE North West Migrants Forum is proud to present its annual Black History Month Summit, an event that uplifts, educates and celebrates the diverse histories and vibrant futures of our communities.

This year we are thrilled to announce a special partnership with the British Council’s UK/Kenya Season 2025, spotlighting innovation and creativity through arts, culture and education between Kenya and the UK.

What’s New?

Alongside our signature educational and dialogue programming, the 2025 Summit will showcase a powerful cross-cultural experience. As part of the UK/Kenya Season, we’re bringing two outstanding guest musicians to the stage:

Coming together for the first time, Ritchie Remo and Nelson Ngotiek will debut a pioneering musical collaboration on October 24.

This historic performance introduces Northern Irish audiences to a powerful fusion of two distinct cultural expressions, celebrating shared stories, rhythms and heritage.

This performance is part of the UK/Kenya Season, aligning with its mission to spark creativity and build cultural bridges between the two nations through arts, music and education.

Event Details

Event: Black History Month Summit 2025

Host: North West Migrants Forum

Special Feature: British Council UK/Kenya Season Collaboration

Date: October 24

Location: The Great Hall, Ulster University’s Magee campus

UNFORTUNATELY REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR BLACK HISTORY SUMMIT 2025

Meet Our Speakers and musicians

Zita Holbourne
Zita Holbourne
Zita Holbourne is a multi-award winning artist, author, educator, community activist, equality and human rights campaigner and trade union leader. Her creative practice includes work as a visual artist, performance poet, writer, vocalist and educator. She is the chair and co-founder of BARAC UK , a founding member for ACAL for Justice, National Co- Chair of Artists Union England, Chair of Public Services International Education Support and Culture Workers Network, a member of the Mayor of London’s Liberty Advisory Committee and Inquest Memorialisation Group.
Lisa Williams
Lisa Williams
Lisa Williams is an Honorary Fellow in the School of History, Classics and Archaeology at the University of Edinburgh and is a guest lecturer at universities across Scotland. She is the founder of the Edinburgh Caribbean Association and curates education programmes, arts events and walking tours to promote awareness of Black Scottish history and links between Scotland and the Caribbean. Lisa has done extensive work in schools on anti-racist pedagogy and history and works as a consultant to heritage and cultural organisations.
Rajvi Glasbrook
Rajvi Glasbrook
Rajvi Griffiths is senior implementation manager for the Welsh Government's Anti-racist Wales Action Plan. She worked on the ‘Cynefin’ report which made the teaching of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic histories mandatory in Curriculum for Wales.
Dr. Naomi Green
Dr. Naomi Green
Dr Naomi Green is an expert in Islamophobia, social integration, and the Muslim community in Northern Ireland. She previously managed the ‘Hidden History Project’ at the North West Migrants Forum and now serves as Policy and Public Affairs Officer at the British Islamic Medical Association. Naomi also lectures and researches on issues of integration and belonging.
Daniel Sanusi
Daniel Sanusi
Daniel Sanusi graduated from Ulster University with an MSc in International Business with Data Analytics. A passionate advocate, researcher and EDI and Policy Innovator dedicated to equality and inclusive education, Daniel’s work combines actuarial science, AI-driven learning systems and policy change to ensure that technology and education operate equally for all.
Seun Awonuga
Seun Awonuga
Seun Awonuga moved from Nigeria to Ireland in 2022 to study Data Science at Ulster University, where he now works as a Research Assistant. Active in the North West Migrants Forum, he previously co-hosted the Black History Summit and remains passionate about using his skills to support migrant communities in Northern Ireland.
Ritchie Remo and Nelson Ngotiek
Ritchie Remo and Nelson Ngotiek
Nelson Ngotiek is a respected Maasai traditional folk singer from Kenya, known for his powerful voice, deep-rooted storytelling and dedication to preserving the rich musical heritage of the Maasai community. His performances are a vibrant expression of identity, history and cultural pride, passed down through generations. Ritchie Remo is a celebrated Irish country music singer and traditional folk artist whose heartfelt performances and storytelling have earned him fans across Ireland, the UK, and beyond. A gifted multi-instrumentalist, Ritchie is also widely regarded as one of Ireland’s finest fiddle players, captivating audiences with his electric energy, technical brilliance and magnetic stage presence. His music celebrates the depth of Irish heritage while embracing modern creative expression, blending tradition and innovation in a style that is uniquely his own.

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