2023 Theme: Identity
Africa Awareness Week Events Schedule
Join Us in Celebrating Africa Awareness Week 2024 and Black History Month:
Unveiling Our Exciting Lineup of Events!
We're thrilled to share our event schedule, featuring a rich array of activities for all. From empowering teachers' training workshops and insightful parent webinars to engaging panel discussions, captivating podcasts, vibrant school events, and spirited competitions, our lineup is designed to illuminate the themes of culture, kindness, and identity.
All our events are absolutely free and open to everyone. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate. Mark your calendars, sign up for as many events as you like, and spread the word throughout your networks.
Why should you take part? Because, as an African proverb wisely reminds us, 'In celebrating culture, we celebrate ourselves.' These events offer a chance to not only learn but also to engage in meaningful conversations that celebrate our shared heritage, promote kindness, and deepen our understanding of identity.
Join us in this inspiring celebration of Africa Awareness Week and Black History Month. Let's come together and make a positive impact!
Schools
Resources & Lesson Plans for EYFS
Date: 7th - 13th October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
The lesson resources include top-quality lesson plans and educational contents on Communication & Language, Literacy, Maths, Understanding the World and Expressive Art and Design for EYFS.
Access Lesson Plans
Resources & Lesson Plans for KS1 and KS2
Date: 7th - 13th October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
The lesson resources include top-quality lesson plans and educational contents on English, Geography and Maths for KS1 - KS6.
Access Lesson Plans
Resources & Lesson Plans for KS3
Date: 7th - 13th October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
The lesson resources include top-quality lesson plans and educational contents on Identity, African and Black History Education, Windrush generation for KS3.
Access Lesson Plans
Resources & Lesson Plans for Black History Month 2024
Date: 1st - 31st October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
The lesson resources include top-quality lesson plans and educational contents on the theme for 2024 - Reclaiming Narratives. Ideal for KS3.
Access Lesson Plans
Circle Time Activities
Date: 7th - 31st October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
Explore our carefully curated Circle Time, Assembly, and Pep Talk activities on Identity.
Explore Activities
Story Time: Tales by Moonlight on Ancient Benin Kingdom
Date: Friday, 11th October | Time: 12:00 - 16:00
Join the children's storytime as part of a Friday afternoon lesson that takes young learners on an adventurous journey where sisters Jasmine and Ellie discover a magical portal, transporting them to the fascinating world of the Ancient Benin Kingdom.
Watch Story Time
Colouring Pages, African languages and Games
Date: 1st - 11th October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
Welcome to the Adventure Zone! Explore Quiz and Games, Story time, Colouring Pages, African Languages, Cultural day and Books of the Month - all for Children of all ages.
Explore here
Parents and Community
Lunch n Learn - Mental Health workshop for Leaders
Date:Saturday, 12th October | Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Nowell Mount Community centre, Harehills, LS9 6JJ
The Afrikindness Community Leaders’ Workshop focuses on empowering community leaders with essential mental health literacy and skills to effectively support young people and families in their communities.
Register Here
Effective Communication for Teens:- Bridging the gap between Parent & Child with Angela Karanja
Date: Thursday, 24th October | Time: 07:30 - 18:30
Join our special October parent session to learn practical communication skills, including tips for engaging with teenagers from a world-renowned adolescent psychologist and teens expert. Don’t miss this! Strengthen family & community bonds!
Register Here
Autism and Sensory Sensitivity: Understanding and Supporting Sensory Needs
Date:Monday, 28th October | Time: 18:00 - 19:00
Discover practical strategies to support sensory sensitivities in autistic children. Learn how to create sensory-friendly environments.
Register Here
Children
Explore Africa
Date:1st - 31st October | Time: 08:00 - 16:00
Welcome to the Adventure Zone! Explore Quiz and Games, Story time, Colouring Pages, African Languages, Cultural day and Books of the Month - all for Children of all ages.
Explore Here
