Michelle Charters OBE
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Head of International Slavery museum National Museums Liverpool UK views my own
Liverpool
Joined December 2011
Well done to the thousands of people of Liverpool and special thanks to Buster, Kerry and team for organising a peaceful, respectful demonstration. So proud of the young people who had a platform to speak. 👊
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She did it, she really did it @Joanne4Mayor made history in Liverpool and the UK. She is the first black female Mayor of a major city . She will be great and our anchestors were watching over her. Thanks to all the people who put thier trust in her 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏.
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Wow reached that special age of 60 today and so thankful first to my darling departed Mum and Dad who brought me into this world in 1962, miss you both so much❤❤ and secondly to all my family and friends both near and far, love you all, thanks for the laughs and memories 😘
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May 2016 my Mother required hospitalisation. During the last 12 months she has benefited from NHS support and care. Thank You @NHSMillion 🌟.
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And it is complete @Kuumba_Imani Thanks to @SoniaBassey1 plus all @Mandela800 and the great Artist @JohnCulshaw8 #NelsonMandela #HisWordsOurActions
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When you get not just one but two great pieces of news for @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace more info released tomorrow 😁😁😁
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Cos all staff @Kuumba_Imani who have seen this wanted me to share, this is me running from what I thought was a bee, but turned out to be a drone. Not bad running for a 59 year old. Swinging the handbag over my head tho 😂😂 happy Friday😁😁😁
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I have purposely not spoken until today because of the pain I felt, but today I introduce you to the voices of Liverpool Black women and men who 'Speak Out About Racism'. #YouTalkWeListen @Kuumba_Imani @jezzahezza Want to know how we feel, listen.
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When you are lucky enough to see this view when you look out of your window. This is one of the reasons I love #SeftonPark 😍😍
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On my way to the @LpoolCityRegion #CultureandCreativityAwards with my youngest daughter. Such amazing nominations from across the region, well done all for your contribution to the region 👏👏👏👏
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Thanks @SoniaBassey1 @lpoolcouncil Recognising the historic moment that Mayor Joanne Anderson has made becoming the first female Mayor of Liverpool and the first Black female Mayor of a major City in the UK #MakingHistory 😍
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Massive congratulations to @rahima_farah Truly making history as the first Somali woman to be selected by @PrincesParkBLP to represent @UKLabour #ToxtethWard Let's throw our support around this #Womenofsubstance, so proud of you 😘
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The pain has been too real, so I vow to continue to work as I do each and every day to fight against racial injustice and discrimination. We deserve better, enough is enough. #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd #Itcouldhavebeenoneofmine
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Every single woman in Merseyside. Each one of us do what we do to make our City and region the great place it is to live, work and bring our families up in. So I nominate all women @TheWomensOrg 😁.
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When your daughter tells you her and her friends are going to the polling station to vote for @kimlabour1 @UKLabour at 8.45am then off for a girly breakfast session to celebrate. I am beaming with pride #thefutureisforthem #ForTheManyNotTheFew 😍😍.
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So proud to be part of the journey #LiverpoolBlackHistoryResearch Group led by Laurence Westgaph and the amazing community members who have collectively met every Saturday since early 2019. We have been committed to uncovering facts re Liverpool and Slavery and will continue x.
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What a privilege and honour to be photographed by Ean Flanders as part of his #TheDescendants exhibition @VictoriaGallery alongside so many fabulous members of our community. Please check it out, not to be missed
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I am so thankful for the gift from my daughters on #MothersDay They bought me the tools (laptop etc) to start writing my book. My journey, in my words. #FactsNotFiction
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Inspirational meeting with these fab ladies who attended the planning meeting for the first @Kuumba_Imani Nia Black Business Showcase event and market to be held on 3rd July. Watch this space for more info #PassingTheBaton
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On what would have been Eric Scott Lynch's RIP 90th birthday, we acknowledge his contribution to promoting the truth of our City's role in the Transatlantic Slave trade with the unveiling of the first #EricScottLynchSlaveryHeritage street plaque. #LegacyAndTruth
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I Love my City, Liverpool ❤ pics courtesy of my Daughter who feels that love too #GeorgeFlyod #BlackLivesMatter
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If you have a few minutes, please have a read of my personal journey @SlaveryMuseum @NML_Muse "From the Basement to the Board" Feel free to retweet 👌
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Thank you local Transatlantic Slavery historians, like Eric Lynch, Dorothy Kuya, Lawrence Westgaph, Dr Ray Costello, Dr Stephen Small, Dr Mark Christian and Dr Mike Boyle and the many individuals, for your decades of work that never waned. 👏👏👏.
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Please put this date in your diary and come along to @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace @LJMU and #CelebrateL8 partners special community event to hear what our partners offer individuals and families and how we celebrate our heritage and culture. Be great to see you on the day 😉
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Black people reaching top of Liverpool politics in historic shift
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Just a sneak peek of some of the stall holders from yesterday's @Kuumba_Imani #NiaBlackBusiness showcase and market, thanks to all who took the time to come and show your support, next one in October 😁 more pics to come
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Here is my annual pre @africaoye pics. Sefton Park will be alive with music, families; cultural food and crafts thanks to @SoniaBassey1 @DuhaneyPabs and all the staff and board of trustees who work so hard to bring this free festival year on year, thank you 😘👏👏👏
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What an incredible moment in history and for our future recognition in terms of contribution and growth to @NML_Muse @SlaveryMuseum thanks to @HeritageFundUK This success represents the decades of work undertaken by so many, past and present. Well done all involved 👏👏👏.
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Yay I'm here with the super chair of @africaoye @SoniaBassey1 and @bevbett68 and George 😍😘 brilliant atmosphere, music and can't wait to taste the food 😁
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Throughout my years @Kuumba_Imani we have recieved some amazing support for our community projects but today I want to say a massive thank you to @MetroMayorSteve the Combined Authority and @TheWomensOrg for making another dream a reality. Introducing #NiaBlackBusinessHub pilot
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When women come together, great things happen. Thank you to my circle of fabulous women who keep me strong, keep me in check and have my back each and everyday 😘😘 @Joanne4PP @KimJohnsonMP @SoniaBassey1 @bevbett68 @Patrici38566037 @ScouseSocialist @TheWomensOrg @Kuumba_Imani
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A great ending to a busy week. Just want to thank the staff and every participant, supporter and Community Activist of @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace You will be pleased to know this fab project has another 4 years funding thanks to @TNLComFund and #NationalLottery players
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Mayor @Joanne4Mayor Thank you for the privilege of allowing me to be part of your historic journey today. It will certainly be one of my everlasting memories 😘 next to the birth of my daughter's 😁
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And a massive shout out to our MP @KimJohnsonMP Who is doing what she does so well for her constituents, the @UKLabour party and all communities 🤩👍🏼👍🏼
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Come along to Toxteth Library on Tuesday 25th Oct at 6pm to check out @wowfest launch of P. M. Russell's first book launch #ToxtethTheThrillOfItAll capturing the area, its people and what makes it so special 😍
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In your lifetime friendships change, but there are those who are consistent throughout the decades. Well today, I want to let the world know that one of my dear friends is another year older and is celebrating her birthday. Happy Birthday @SoniaBassey1 have a great day 😘❤❤
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Great news @NML_Muse congratulations Laurence, your decades of work and knowledge of slavery and black history can now be shared 👊.
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Thanks everyone for your lovely birthday wishes yesterday, especially @Kuumba_Imani staff and board for the great lunch and gifts. @squashliverpool and @wowfest for thier lovely gifts and cards and to the beautiful ladies who shared this special day with me and my family ❤❤❤
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Omg our beautiful Pier Head 😢 @lpoolcouncil @mayor_anderson Thanks in advance to the cleaning teams for the hard work they have to do this morning 👏👏.
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Hear, hear let's never forget the work of Dorothy Kuya, Eric Lynch, Dr Ray Costello, Dr Mark Christian, Dr Stephen Small, Chief Angus Chukameka and Dr Mike Boyle for thier contribution to @SlaveryMuseum from 1994.
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Happy birthday to my dear friend @SoniaBassey1 A true woman of substance, over 3 decades of friendship, both near and far. So proud of you and all that you have consistently achieved in your work for our community. Thank you, have a fab day 😘😘
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Before the night ends on #InternationalWomensDay I want to thank the staff team of women @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace . 2021 has been tough year. Each one of you have been amazing and I thank you all personally. 😘😘😘 Thanks to our Joe too 😘
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Sitting here reflecting on our @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace #CelebrateL8 and #CommunityFair held 2 weeks ago, have a little look and see what was achieved by community partners working together. Thanks everyone 😘
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Thanks for sharing @JohnRamsden It's #Passingthebaton time. I have loved working for @Kuumba_Imani over the last 17 years alongside my colleagues, the brilliant members of the board, our many tenants; supporters; funders and the community. I leave it in very safe hands 😁👏👏.
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After a day of quiet reflection on the anniversary of my Mum's passing 3 years ago yesterday. I am so glad I watched #Anne which further broke my heart with the brilliant depiction of the strength, commitment and fight of a mothers love💔 #Hillsborough #AnneRIEP.
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This is how it started with these brilliant women and our own @Kuumba_Imani Andrea Bullock and @SabaLiverpool So please come along and see the finished product and vision of promoting over 30 businesses at the #NiaBlackBusiness showcase and market Sunday 3rd July 😁👍🏼
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Show your support if you can today to your local school @NEUnion teaching staff as they stand up for the future of our children #CostOfLivingCrisis .#TheirWorkDeservesRespect
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I have no words, heartbroken to hear of the passing of the legend Eric Scott Lynch. 💔💔
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If you would like to have a look at @L8abetterplace Passing The Baton - The Story of L8 A Better Place 2018 to 2021 Please pop into @Kuumba_Imani to pick up your copy 😁
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Thanks @KimJohnsonMP I will give it my very best and really looking forward to working with the teams @SlaveryMuseum @NML_Muse Super excited to continue on the great work of so many from our community Thanks 😘.
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Brilliant words from @dominiquevwalk and Gee on @BBCNews explaining the great work of @awf_liverpool and their feelings after recieving the @PrideOfBritain award #NoPlaceForHate
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Yes, really strange especially when Liverpool first developed a Transatlantic Slavery Gallery in 1994 which then expanded to the current @SlaveryMuseum in 2007 @guardian.
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Congrats @HackneyAbbott thank you for staying the course against the horrendous journey of racism and discrimination you have experienced during that 33 years. You paved the way for so many black women ❤ Thanks @TheWomensOrg for sharing xx.
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Just want to say a massive thank you to my staff team @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace You are truly appreciated, especially in these trying times, we can do this, just keep yourself and families safe😘😘😘😘😘😘😘.
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W.I.T.C.H was a brilliant Liverpool 8 project in the 90s, headed by Anne and Barbara who trained many black women in media. They broke down the doors in radio, music and tv in order to make sure they were open for those who work today. #WITCH #L8Pride #LiverpoolBlackSisters.
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Those final moments watching you sleep, I never thought your heart was slowing its beat. Today, we said our last goodbye, now go on Mum, let your soul soar to the sky. I love and miss you so much xx.
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When you realise the beauty of our elders, me with my Sister in New York who is 76 earlier this week and today @GranbyMarket with Sandi Hughes who is 80 in August 😍😍
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Thank you so much @TheWomensOrg for nominating me for #WISE100 it is such an honour. I also thank all those women who have supported and guided me over the years, I could not do what I do @Kuumba_Imani without the staff, board and partners #humbledandhonored.
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Before the end of 2019, I would like to wish you all the very best for 2020. May your year be filled with love, laughter, happiness and prosperity from me and mine💖💖
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The countdown begins, 3 more sleeps. To date over 40 black businesses signed up. Come along and see what's on offer .@Kuumba_Imani from these amazing individuals and companies #NiaBlackBusinessMarket
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A fabulous evening @MayorLpool launch of #LiverpoolAgainstRacism great hosting by @NgunanAdamu thought provoking speech by @Bonn1eGreer soulful music provided by @ni_maxine and a joy to watch the recipients of the commendations. Well done all 👏👏👏👏
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So excited, just delivered to @Kuumba_Imani the amazing line up of events from @wowfest it's gonna be a #marvelousMay #welldone
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Liverpool reckons with legacy as 'capital of slave trade'
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A little glimpse into just some of the talent in our community preparing for @Kuumba_Imani #NiaBlackBusiness showcase and market. Please feel free to come along to support over 40 individual creative cultural businesses from 1pm till 4pm. You won't be disappointed 😁
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When you wake up, get dressed ready for a zoom mtg, call @sawatkiss and @AndSlavery to start your positive week of work then see @AndrewMarr9 on telly and realise its Sunday 😂.
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Well got to say this weekend was rather fabulous on so many levels. Attended the @LCRPride march on behalf of @Kuumba_Imani and was really proud of the thousands in our City who came out to show their support #PrideInLiverpool
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Congratulations @Joanne4PP our new #PrincesParkWardCouncillor.Labour 1259.Cons 79.Green 237.Lib Dems 148. So happy for this #WomanofSubstance
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Wow, these have just been dropped off to @Kuumba_Imani drawn by local artists for the #70thbirthdaycelebration paintbynumbersscheme of #NelsonMandela on GranbyFields by members of the public @SlaveryMuseum @Mandela800
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When a rainy Saturday brings a smile to your face because I just read and signed off.@Kuumba_Imani 1st year @L8abetterplace Evaluation Report. Massive thanks to @TheresaMacD @SabaLiverpool @JosephRamsden2 @InnervisionC and all who have been a part of this journey
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So proud that @Kuumba_Imani is the dream that was realised by the hard work, dedication and commitment of #LiverpoolBlackSisters your legacy continues 😘.
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How great but how sad that @Kuumba_Imani staff brought winter coats and scarves for people to take for free because they've seen so many people passing the building with no coats. #SoProudOfMyTeam 😍👏👏.
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Well done #LaurenceWestgaph @AndSlavery for the speech in regards to #Slaveryanditsimpact on the #City of Liverpool prior to the motion raised by #MayorJoeAnderson @TownHallLpool tonight #LiverpoolBlackHistoryResearch Group
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We in Liverpool are always peaceful, dignified and determined to tackle racism and discrimination @StephenMcGann thanks for your words and support 👏.
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When you open just one of your memory boxes of your work around #BlackHistoryMonth and realise how much we achieved in the last 20 years and how we continue to learn, chart and make history for the future @AndSlavery @Kuumba_Imani @MSH_Liverpool @Mandela800 @wowfest @SteveBikoHA
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Really good job to all the staff @MuseumLiverpool love the new exhibitions and you have made my Granddaughter's day 👏👏👏
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Wow, look at my morning views out of two windows within seconds of each room. Good morning Liverpool. Love our City 😍😍
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We have some amazing women in Liverpool, a special shout out to @MayorLpool @CllrLHarvey @SoniaBassey1 @Patrici38566037 Look at what they're doing .* Leading the city.* Quality Cllr support in L8.* Charing @LiverpoolCVS @Mandela800 @africaoye .* 'Nan's Against the Nazi"s 😘😘
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Booked, my Granddaughter is super excited to be visiting @MuseumLiverpool again next week 😁😁 then @World_Museum @SlaveryMuseum @walkergallery Agreed one per week, because she did want to visit all in one day. She doesn't see my age, just her Nanny Shell 🤣🤣 ❤.
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There has got to be some talented comic artists in #Liverpool looking to share their talent. We @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace have paid commission work if you're interested or know someone who may want to apply. Please share or contact theresamacdermott@kuumbaimani.org.uk 👌.
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Last of the "Big Six" John Lewis gone, but never forgotten. His work over the decades has left a legacy in the fight for equality and human rights. We will continue in in honour of your work. RIP 😢
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When you start your Monday with a mtg @LCVS but pop into @PCPCoffee to show support to a great initiative. Brilliant service from Dan and James. Great start to the week 😍
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Thank you @Joanne4PP You have seriously supported the staff and service users of @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace with your sharing and signposting to info and opportunities over the last 2 years #BritishCouncil #Acumen #OBV #LJMU #L8Councillor With a Citywide reach of impact 👊🏾👊🏾.
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I would like to thank Kerry and Buster and congratulate every person involved in organising today's social distance march. You all have created a momentous opportunity for us to walk with pride and dignity. Our ancestors will walk with us today as they have watched over us x
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Thanks to all stall holders @Kuumba_Imani @L8abetterplace #CelebrateL8 event yesterday @FireFitHub Now onto our 2nd event next Sunday 3rd July, #NiaBlackBusiness Showcase and market
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Good morning Liverpool, stay safe in the snow. Have a great weekend 😁
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Today as the @johnwogsy family say thier final goodbye to Lygia, I send sincere condolences from the staff and board of @Kuumba_Imani Without her work, commitment and dedication Kuumba would not have been here today. Thank you Lygia we will never forget you 💔💔 💔💔.
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Congrats @SoniaBassey1 on your new appointment as Chair of @africaoye Two greats in our City sharing One mission to take the largest family friendly, free festival in Europe to another level 😘.
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I'm estactic that they have agreed to support us to continue our work, especially during the next 6 months. So please watch this space for more news and opportunities because we truly believe #CommunitiesCan 😘.
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If you get a minute or 28 😁 do have a little listen on what drives me as CEO of @Kuumba_Imani You can fast forward if you want, I won't be offended 😘 x.
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When you sit there thinking of the 1st Women in Liverpool like @MayorLpool @KimJohnsonMP whilst watching #FantasicallyGreatWomen @LivEveryPlay theatre and realise you was the 1st black woman in its 156 years to be a trustee #EmotionalMoment 😭.
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The Power List: 100 of the most influential people on Merseyside Thank you for this privilege alongside some of the hardest working men and women in the City.
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Congratulations @LFC you all did it and the City is "made up". Special thanks to Jurgen Klopp, .your management and our lads skills were the perfect ingredients to put smiles on our all faces in these hard times, thank you 😘👏👏👏👏.
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Each day we uncover the facts of our Black history in Liverpool. Laurence Westgaph has worked extremely hard to do this over the last two decades. He shares this information via many forms including @AndSlavery #LiverpoolBlackHistoryResearch group and his tours 👏👏👏.
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