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Black History Month is a dedicated time to honour and celebrate the history, achievements, and contributions of Black people globally.
The 2026 Black History Month theme is “Honouring Our Communities” which invites us to recognise the individuals whose everyday contributions shape, support and sustain Black life across the United Kingdom.
On this page you will find more information about Black History Month, University of Plymouth resources, upcoming events celebrating Black History Month taking place in Plymouth as well as our wall of inspirational figures - submitted by the University of Plymouth student and staff community.
" Black History Month 2026 invites us to look more closely at something often taken for granted — the communities that shape, support and sustain us. This theme is not simply about place or postcode. It is about people. Across Britain, there are individuals whose contributions are part of everyday life, yet too often go unseen. Volunteers who give their time without expectation. Teachers who shape futures beyond the classroom. Nurses and carers who offer dignity and compassion. Community leaders who bring people together, often without recognition. " – Black History Month 2026 - Black History Month
" Black History Month 2026 invites us to look more closely at something often taken for granted — the communities that shape, support and sustain us.
This theme is not simply about place or postcode. It is about people.
Across Britain, there are individuals whose contributions are part of everyday life, yet too often go unseen. Volunteers who give their time without expectation. Teachers who shape futures beyond the classroom. Nurses and carers who offer dignity and compassion. Community leaders who bring people together, often without recognition. "
– Black History Month 2026 - Black History Month
Check out these inspirational figures who have been nominated by students and staff at the University of Plymouth.