‘Remembering a true Titan of our Times’
“I am an anarchist, and I would like to have a revolution, but everyone is too busy shopping” Benjamin Zephaniah
The Family Plans
‘What We Will Do’
Linking with Communities
As Benjamin was a man of the people we will develop links with communities and organisations and give everyday people the opportunity to pay their respects as well as to collectively celebrate his life and rhythms.
Benjamin Zephaniah Legacy
We plan to help keep Benjamin’s name alive, and make sure that our varied communities are made aware of initiatives we co-produce or support in order to build on and maintain his rich and enduring legacy.
Long Term Aspirations
We want to develop and/or support legacy partnership opportunities for the long-term which may include achievement awards, international exchange schemes, memorial programmes and much more.
Our Collaborations to Date
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statutory & corporate
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grassroots & campaigns
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arts & education
9
businesses & people
The People’s Poet
Brother, Tippa Naphtali, said; “To the world Benjamin was the renowned writer, poet, human rights activist, actor and outspoken critic of the state, social injustice and more’. But to us, his family, he was also all of these things, but most important of all he was simply a son, brother, uncle or cousin – and we will miss him very, very deeply.“
The Benjamin Zephaniah Family Legacy Group was formed by his direct family members in January 2024.
“Beloved by millions across Britain for his inspirational poetry, writing for children, music and acting, his work was always animated by his unwavering commitment to freedom, free-speech and justice for all racialised and oppressed peoples”
Aston Villa pay tribute to legend
“Through an amazing career including a huge body of poems, literature, music, television and radio, Benjamin leaves us with a joyful and fantastic legacy. Thank you for the love you have shown to us Professor Benjamin Zephaniah”
“Here at Acorns Hospice, one of the things we will remember most dearly is the amount of pure joy that he brought to children and families. His visits to our hospices over many years were always filled with smiles and lots of laughter”
Recent Shared News
- New Benjamin Zephaniah mural unveiled in Handsworth to commemorate late poetThe family of Benjamin Zephaniah say they’re hugely grateful after a mural depicting their late brother was unveiled in Handsworth Park thanks to the Black Heritage Walks Network.
- ‘Major’ Benjamin Zephaniah mural to be unveiled at Birmingham parkA major new mural commemorating the life and activism of Benjamin Zephaniah will be unveiled in April at Handsworth Park, celebrating the poet’s ‘extraordinary legacy.’
- Event: A Life of Rhyme – A Tribute to Benjamin ZephaniahLiverpool’s Writing on the Wall are proud to host a tribute to Benjamin Zephaniah, pioneering dub poet, lyricist, musician, and revolutionary. This tribute to Benjamin taking place on 9 May 2024.
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