Pitch Black Magazine

🔦 👉🏽 💭 That's HOW Black Men Lose Their Smile 🤯 Black men often face unique challenges that can impact their #mentalhealth and overall #wellness From #systemicracism to stereotypes and discrimination, the pressures can take a toll on their #emotionalstate. 💡 It is important to acknowledge these struggles and provide #support to ensure that #BlackMen feel seen, heard, and valued in society. ✔ By addressing these issues and promoting #selfcare and #mentalhealthawareness, we can help Black men maintain their smile and thrive despite the obstacles they may face. We Rise Together or Fall Apart ❗ 📹: @bashy & @The RealKano #TheReasoning 👏🏾 Thanks to @Bashy for a great album #BeingPoorIsExpensive which resonated with us especially #HowBlackMenLoseTheirSmile & #MadeInBritain #Wednesday #Wellness #Mindfulness #Healing

👉🏽 Rediscovering #Africa - #GuineaBissau 🌍 🧳 🛫 ✔️ Guinea-Bissau is a #country located in #WestAfrica and is known for its diverse #culture, stunning #landscapes, and vibrant music and dance #traditions. A former #Portuguese colony and gained independence in 1973, the capital city is #Bissau, and the official language is Portuguese. The country has a rich #history and is home to many different #ethnicgroups. #Agriculture is a major part of the #economy, with cashew nuts being a significant #export. It is also known for its beautiful #beaches and tropical #climate, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to explore off-the-beaten-path destinations. 📹 @nwetravel & @dani_ela_sofia #RediscoveringAfrica #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #BHM #BHM2024 #BHM365 #Black #Travel #TravelDestination

Well done Ian Watts, Leon Mann MBE, Geoff Small, Salim Salam & the Dark Matters TV crew for this insightful production. 🎬👏🏾 Looking forward to watching this #football #BlackFootballPioneer ⚽️ 🥅 With the current dearth of Black football managers at Premier League Clubs in the UK, this is great to see. #PaulInce was widely credited as being the first Black #PremierLeague manager (at Blackburn Rovers Football Club in 2008), and #KeithAlexander as the first Black #FootballLeague manager (at Lincoln City FC in 1993). It's good to know that this started with #TonyCollins in June 1960 at #BlackburnRovers, a true #pioneer. I sure hope there will be more of the current crop of topflight #footballers going into #footballmanagement

👉🏽 Rediscovering #Africa - #Mozambique 🌍 🧳 🛫 ✔️ Mozambique is a country located in southeastern Africa, known for its stunning coastline along the #IndianOcean. With a rich cultural heritage and diverse #landscapes, Mozambique offers visitors a unique experience. From exploring the historic #architecture in #Maputo to relaxing on the pristine #beaches of #BazarutoIsland, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this vibrant #country. 📹 @nwetravel & @princessaudu #RediscoveringAfrica #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #BHM #BHM2024 #BHM365 #Black #Travel #TravelDestination

👉🏽 Rediscovering #Africa - #Nigeria 🌍 🧳 🛫 ✔️ Nigeria is a vibrant country located in #WestAfrica. It is known for its diverse #culture, rich history, and beautiful #landscapes. From the bustling city of #Lagos to the wildlife-rich savannas, Nigeria offers a wide range of experiences for visitors to explore. The people of Nigeria are friendly and welcoming, always ready to share their #traditions and customs with others. Whether you are interested in #music, #art, or delicious #cuisine, Nigeria has something for everyone to enjoy. So go and discover the beauty and warmth of Nigeria for yourself. 📹 @nwetravel & @eniksnuel #RediscoveringAfrica #Ikoyi #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #BHM #BHM2024 #BHM365 #Black #Travel #TravelDestination

❤️ Alford Gardner [1926 - 2024] 👏🏽 🙏🏽 May his soul rest in eternal peace Let his memory be a beacon of light, guiding those who knew him towards a path of remembrance and honor. In this time of loss, may his legacy shine brightly, illuminating the lives of those he touched with his kindness and wisdom. May his presence be felt in the whispers of the wind and the warmth of the sun, a gentle reminder of the impact he made during his time on earth. As we mourn his passing, let us celebrate the life he lived and the love he shared, knowing that his spirit and the impact of his life will live on in our hearts forever. #AlfordGardner #AlfordDalrympleGardner #Windrush #RIP #REIP #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth 

There are some people when you're around them you're inspired to be and to do more. Rob Pierre is one of those people. ✔✔✔ And we can't wait to release our 3rd anniversary issue with Rob on the cover. You'll learn a lot about his story: 1️⃣ Resilience after a traumatic childhood incident. 2️⃣ Tenacity after an early career set-back and how that led to a path in #sales, #people leadership and doing things differently which became the foundation of everything else that followed. 4️⃣ The entry into, experience of and exit from Jellyfish and the just how different the Jellyfish #culture was from other #digitalmarketing agencies. 5️⃣ His impressive number of second acts post #Jellyfish including Inside Out Clothing Project and the role #socialoffsetting plays in that. He is so not done yet! 6️⃣ And, most important of all, you'll find out whether he is an #oxtail or #currygoat man. Suffice it to say you can take the man out of #Trinidad, but you can't take #Trinidad out of the man. 😎 We thoroughly enjoyed our time with one of the UK's most successful, socially conscious and sincere #businessleaders and hope you will enjoy and get some #tales, #tools & #tips that will help your #business and #career #thrive. Check out the Pitch Black Magazine page and go over to our #website to sign up for this issue with Rob @ https://lnkd.in/e2tEcQDE #PitchBlackMagazine #Coverstory #BlackEntrepreneurs #BlackProfessionals #Business #Entrepreneurs #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #BHM #BHM2024 #BHM365 #Jellyfish #Wellbeing #Success #BusinessBuilding #WealthCreation #BusinessImpact

👉🏽 Rediscovering #Africa - #Zambia 🌍 🧳 🛫 ✔️ Zambia is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa. It is known for its diverse #wildlife, stunning #landscapes, and rich cultural #heritage. The country is home to the majestic #VictoriaFalls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Zambia also boasts an array of #nationalparks and #gamereserves, making it a popular destination for #safaris and #wildlife enthusiasts. The people of Zambia are known for their warmth and hospitality, and visitors can experience the vibrant traditional #music and #dance of the various ethnic groups. Overall, Zambia offers a unique and unforgettable #travelexperience for those looking to explore the beauty and diversity of Africa. 📹 @nwetravel & @zimeee #RediscoveringAfrica #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #BHM #BHM2024 #BHM365 #Black #Travel #TravelDestination

👉🏽 Rediscovering #Africa - #Tanzania 🌍 🧳 🛫 ✔️ Tanzania is a country located in #EastAfrica known for its diverse wildlife, including Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti National Park, and the island of #Zanzibar. The #country has a rich cultural heritage with over 120 different ethnic groups and languages spoken. Tanzania is also home to the Great Rift Valley and the stunning beaches of the Indian Ocean. With its vibrant markets, friendly people, and stunning natural beauty, Tanzania is a must-visit destination for any traveler seeking #adventure and #exploration. 📹 @nwetravel & @servalwildlife #RediscoveringAfrica #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2024 #BHM #BHM2024 #BHM365 #Black #Travel #TravelDestination

📅 ⏲ #Tomorrow marks the start of #BlackHistoryMonth here in the #UK. This year, let's do things a little different. 💭 It's the month that we usually talk about the horrors of the transatlantic slave trade, its horrors & its legacy. And, yes those things were not great, to put it mildly❗ But... What if this year, we talked less about trauma and more about triumph. And don't get me wrong, this is not about assuaging guilt but about refocusing our minds on who we really are. Black people existed and have been excelling at life long before #slavery and #Windrush, as significant to our story as they are. This year, let's go wayyyy back... Let's talk about... 👉🏽 The Kingdom of Dagbon & the Oyo & Benin Empires of West Africa. ✔ 👉🏽 The Kingdom of Kongo in Central Africa. ✔ 👉🏽 The Xhosa & Zulu Kingdoms of Southern Africa. ✔ 👉🏽 Empire of Kitara in East Africa. ✔ ...and so many more. Last Thursday, we recently hosted the incomparable Tina Andrews at our second Books, Bickles and Brews event in #collaboration with Jacaranda Books in #London where we talked about her life, career and her #book, Queen Charlotte Sophia - A Royal Affair, about one of the UK's queens reputed and disputed (in equal measure) to be of #African or #MixedRace ancestry. Now, let's be clear, Tina's book is historical fiction, so some of it is fiction, however, there were enough historical facts in the book to help us realize that, though we may not have been visible, we were here and making an impact, in this case at the highest level. These are the stories I will be majoring on this #BHM. Haven't read the #book yet? Get it here https://lnkd.in/eC69rsUM I hope that we'll be doing less running around at #events and more delving into our rich and expansive #history. I really hope it will start us thinking about a #BlackFuturesDecade rather than just a #BlackHistoryMonth. Valerie Brandes Jacaranda Books Pitch Black Magazine Niki Igbaroola Kamillah Brandes Richard Adeshiyan Jackie RAYMOND