Join Kehinde Andrews, a Professor of Black Studies, and Esther Stanford-Xosei, a dedicated reparations activist, as they passionately argue for reparations for slavery. They delve into the historical injustices and lingering economic disparities tied to slavery's legacy. Katharine Birbalsingh, headmistress of Michaela Community School, counters, emphasizing potential social tensions and the complexities of accountability. The debate explores whether acknowledging past wrongs can spur healing or reopen old wounds, making for a lively and provocative discussion.
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Taxpayer-Funded Bailout
In 2018, the UK Treasury tweeted about taxpayers helping end the slave trade through taxation.
This was incorrect, as taxpayers funded a bailout for slave owners, not the enslaved.
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Slavery's Economic Legacy
The wealth derived from slavery is still present in today's economy.
The West's development was significantly fueled by the enslavement of African people.
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Lloyd's of London and Slavery
Lloyd's of London, a major corporation, has roots in the slave trade, initially insuring slave voyages.
Before that, it was a coffeehouse where runaway slaves were advertised.
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To Miss with Love is a candid and often humorous account of a year in an inner-city school. The book highlights the difficulties faced by teachers, including discipline issues, bureaucratic challenges, and the struggle to engage students. It offers a critical look at the British education system, advocating for reform and better support for teachers and students.
Black Masculinities and Schooling
Tony Sewell
This book examines the experiences of black boys in British schools, highlighting the role of subcultures and societal perceptions in shaping their educational outcomes. It discusses how these factors influence their engagement with schooling and proposes practical solutions for educators. The study is based on research conducted in urban schools, emphasizing the importance of understanding black masculinities in educational contexts.
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For this archive debate from 2019, we invited a panel of top speakers to discuss the motion: The West Should Pay Reparations For Slavery. Should there be a broad programme of reparations – not just financial compensation, but acknowledgement of the crimes committed and the lasting damage caused by slavery? Or would this just worsen social tensions by reopening old wounds? Arguing for the motion were Kehinde Andrews, Professor of Black Studies at Birmingham City University; and Esther Stanford-Xosei, reparations activist and lawyer. Arguing against the motion were Katharine Birbalsingh, headmistress and co-founder of Michaela Community School in London; and Tony Sewell, educational consultant and CEO of the charity Generating Genius. The debate was chaired by social historian, author and academic, Emma Dabiri.
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