walk with us
An immersive audio experience
When I moved to St Leonards-On-Sea 4 years ago I was worried about whether there would be enough racial diversity to accept me within this town.
This time of the year always brings a focus on Black History though I welcome it, it always feels strange as Black British history forms part of British History -365 days a year.
How can so much be squeezed into 31 days and why would you want it to be?
However with the racial reckoning taking place globally and the fallout of Covid-19 it is clear that we are far from an equitable society. So lets use this time to celebrate and amplify the voices of the Black community resident here in Hastings, St Leonards and Bexhill.
We have always been here. We will always be here. Let’s Take a Walk.
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A massive thank you to all the members of the Black community who shared their personal stories- you are the heart and soul of this work
Credits: Directed & Produced: Anna-Maria Nabirye. Edited by: South Coast Squared, Maya Evans, Ted Barrow, Anna-Maria Nabirye Story Collecting: Dawn Dublin, Maggie Scott, Claudine Eccleston, Marie-Helene Boyd. We Are Here Image: Rakesh Solanki Map Art Work: Seye Akinbulumo Graphic Design: Lilly Babirye Afri-Co-Lab
Instructions
You will need the map above (printed copies can be collected from the library and establishments around town), a smart phone and some headphones.
Open the map and head to your nearest numbered spot. When you get there find somewhere to sit, perch rest or lean.
Play the Intro TRack first of all then the track number that matches your location
E.g I’m sat by Warrior Square Station, so I will play the INTRO, then track 6
Take yourself on a walk through Hastings, St Leonards & Bexhill, an immerse yourself in the to stories from our Black community.
