Every year, in October, we celebrate the achievements of black people in the UK and around the world.

October is Black History Month. But why do we celebrate it? The month was first celebrated in America in 1926 by Carter G Woodson. He wanted to bring attention to black people who had helped build America. It was later introduced into the UK by Lola Young and Paul Stephenson, who founded the National Association of Black Journalists. They decided that October would be a good month to hold it because it’s when many black people were brought over to America as slaves.

Black History Month is a time when we can learn about famous black people from around the world and from all walks of life. It’s also a chance for us to remember how far we’ve come as a society. In Britain, there are many important figures that have helped us move forward and become more equal.