Day: October 20, 2013

ARTICLE OF THE DAY: WHO STOLE ALL THE BLACK WOMEN FROM BRITAIN?

October 20, 2013

Check out this interesting and without a doubt some will say “controversial” article about black women and our place within British mainstream culture, via the The Diaspora Diva blog. “No other group in America has so had their identity socialized out of existence as have black women…. When black people are talked about the focus tends to be on black men; and when women are talked about the focus tends to be on white women”. (hooks, bell:1981). Here in the UK, the  visibility of black […]

UK NEWS: MOBO AWARDS 2013 – THE WINNERS

October 20, 2013

The MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards 2013 took place last night in Glasgow, Scotland. Check out the full list of winners below. Best African Act – Fuse ODG Best Album – Home, Rudimental Best Female in association with Tresor Paris – Laura Mvula Best Gospel – Lurine Cato Best International Act – Kendrick Lamar Best Jazz – Sons of Kemet Best Male – Wiley Best Newcomer in association with HTC – Krept & Konan Best Reggae Act – Sean Paul Best RnB/Soul Act – Laura Mvula Best Song in association with […]

UK EVENT: FLAVOUR MAG PRESENTS GOOGLE TOP BLACK TALENT – CREATIVE AND NETWORKING SKILLS

October 20, 2013

We are showcasing top role models across industries including technology, law, marketing, PR, music and fashion, to help you gain insight into career possibilities, learn key skills to get ahead and benefit from career wisdom from seasoned pros. The fifth in a series of Hangouts on Air from Google & Flavourmag, for black students, graduates and early career professionals, with this months edition featuring talks on Creative and Networking skills. Join us monthly live in the studio or online as we build a community of […]