Artistic Programmes
20 oct 2026
Black Convicts: Santilla Chingaipe in conversation with Rakeem Omar
Legacy Centre of Excellence, BirminghamOn the First Fleet that arrived in Australia in 1788, at least 15 convicts were of African descent. By 1840, almost 500 Black convicts had been transported there. Yet their lives have largely disappeared from the history Australians are taught.In Black Convicts: How Slavery Shaped Australia, Santilla Chingaipe recovers the stories of these men, women and children. Following the traces they left in colonial archives, she reveals the connections between Britain, the Caribbean and Australia, and asks what their experiences tell us about slavery, empire and the making of a nation.Santilla is a Zambian-born filmmaker, historian and author.
Deadline 25 Sept 2026
The Reasoning Room
Who Gets to Teach Us?
Reimagining Saturday School - Black Education, Culture and Community Knowledge
The first in a new series of live curated conversations from Legacy Centre of Excellence, 'The Reasoning Room' brings people together to question, debate and rethink the issues shaping black culture and community life.For our opening conversation, Legacy joins forces with Kehinde Andrew's Podcast - Make it Plain and Harambee OBU for a live recording exploring where and how Black education happens now.
Shoobz Fest
More than a new name, SHOOBZ is a celebration of Black British culture, community and the legacy of the Caribbean house parties that brought people together when they needed it most. Same roots. Bigger impact.
Expect an unforgettable night of incredible music, non stop vibes and a celebration of culture with a bigger vision than ever before.
As father and son confront the choices that shackled them, the chain between them takes on new meaning no longer just metal and rust, but the echo of an umbilical cord that once gave life and now denies freedom. To break it is to face the inevitable truth of growing up: that every son must, in time, cut the cord, and in doing so, learn how to stand as his own man.
Business Programmes
Welcome to the Black Business Arena! Join us for a day filled with networking, workshops, and opportunities to support black-owned businesses. The event will take With up to 50 stalls in the upstairs auditorium space, it's the perfect opportunity to support Black-owned businesses, build valuable connections, and celebrate Black excellence.
Business Support
Are you launching a start-up or growing your current business and unsure where to find the right support?
Birmingham Back
business conference
Get ready for the Birmingham Black Business Conference a powerful gathering bringing together entrepreneurs, business leaders, creatives, professionals and changemakers for a day of inspiration, connection and opportunity.
We’re proud to welcome Ambassador Arikana Chihombori as our Headline Speaker, bringing her global experience, powerful insight and inspirational perspective to Birmingham.
Whether you're an established business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to take your career and ideas to the next level, this is your opportunity to connect with like-minded people, gain valuable insight and unlock new possibilities.
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About
The Legacy Centre of Excellence is a Business and Arts centre dedicated to innovation and the elevation of our local West Midland Community.
Over the last 3 years we have worked hard in designing an environment where both creatives and entrepreneurs can expand and develop their skills giving them the confidence to thrive in competitive markets. Our events and workshop sessions have been extremely popular and we are so proud of the level of progress we have been able to achieve.
Our Values
Creativity
Supporting today, inspiring tomorrow, overcoming challenges, creating greatness together.
Integrity
We value consistency, transparency, teamwork, and delivering excellence every time.
Service
From local roots to global reach, empowering young people everywhere
Respect
We foster mutual respect within teams, communities, and our practices.
Leadership
Legacy leads with knowledge, focusing on excellence, sustainability, and governance.
