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In Pictures: Queen's University Belfast at Belfast Black History Expo 2022

Members of Queen's University Belfast's staff and student community joined in the Black History Month celebrations at the Belfast Black History Expo 2022 on 26 October at St George's Market.

Adone, JustHer Network rep and Maurice Macartney chatting at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

With a diverse and inclusive atmosphere and a range of speakers throughout the day, the event, which was organised by JoinHer Network, celebrated black history, heritage and culture and its influences and contributions here in Northern Ireland.

 

JustHer Network representative speaking at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

Secretary of State, Chris Heaton-Harris, at the QUB iRise stall at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

Dr  Liang Wang and Jamie-Lukas Campbell at the iRise-Racial Equality Charter stall at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

musicians playing djembe and guitar at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

The event showcased stalls from organisations across Northern Ireland and provided opportunities to share stories of positive ongoing contributions in Health, Education, Economic, and Social Sectors, creating opportunities for future collaborations.

The programme included a number of speakers, including Minister for Communities Deirdre Hargey and Health Minister Robin Swann.

Queen's University Belfast was represented at the event by members of iRise, the University's Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International staff network, and members of our student community, including the Students' Union.

Adone Tielenius Kruythoff-Mohd Sarip talking with Minister Deirdre Hargey at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

Minister for Communities Deirdre Hargey opening the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

Adone Sarip and Seth Blacklock chatting at the Black History Month expo, St George's Market

 

How to join iRise

If you would like to join iRise, please email irise@qub.ac.uk or visit the iRise website to find out more information.

Alternatively, follow iRise on Twitter @QUBiRise for information on upcoming events and other activity.

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