From the Past to Our Future: memorialising victims of the transatlantic slave trade – Taunton

In the last few years many divisions and disparities in the UK have started to be addressed. The issue of racism remains sensitive because of the separation of ‘then’ and ‘now’, the fear felt by many that reassessment of Britain’s role in slavery leads to cancellation and debasement of UK achievement and culture. The call for reparations is often misunderstood, and is taken to mean ‘blame’. What is needed is a clear-eyed approach to history where the forgotten past is uncovered and reinstated – only with a fuller picture can we see how the past plays out in today’s world. Only then can we see what is needed to achieve fairness, equity, inclusion.

Doors open at 2pm for a 2.30 start, finishing at approx 3.30pm

Please join us afterwards for free refreshments and a bit of socialising and networking.

Very limited parking (including 3 disabled spaces)on site for those that need it, but there is free parking on adjacent roads.

Fully accessible venue, hearing loop-enabled.

As this is a memorial event please allow enough time to find us and to park your car so that all may be seated for 2.30pm. (Number 7 bus from Taunton Parade every 30 mins.)

This is an in-person event only.

This event may be recorded.

Because of its nature this event is not suitable for young children.

This event has been made possible by the generous support of Taunton & West Somerset Trades Council and Unite Dorset General 049 Branch.