Haringey Vanguard is a BME LGBTQ+ History project focused on the history and contributions of Haringey-based community activists in the 1970s – 1990s, work whose influence was felt well beyond the borough.
The BLGC was a ground breaking project which supported thousands of people in black queer communities. Working with the Nubian JAK Community trust, we aim to install a plaque in recognition of their work and legacy. To get involved email info@twiceasproud.org. You can also donate here
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To round up Pride Month 2020 Veronica McKenzie from Haringey Vanguard, a local BAME LGBTQ+ project, shared an update on what the project has been doing over the past year and her thoughts on the impact of recent events on BAME and LGBTQ+ movements across the world.
The pair discussed the importance of involving a diverse range of people in their work and how crucial it is to document ordinary people’s lives. They also reflected on the progress made by the LGBT+ community over the past 50 years, as well as the challenges they still face.
We'd love to commemorate the achievement of the BLGC project with a plaque at the location of the centre in Bellenden Road. If you're interested in being part of the working party, please email veronicamckenzie!@outlook.com.
If you'd like to donate to the project please do so HERE
Many thanks!
