The plaque was commissioned by the Nubian Jak Community Trust, an organisation which highlights the contributions of Black and minority ethnic people in the country.
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IRIE-ISH : A tribute and memorial to Benjamin Zephaniah
All the performers were young people from Birmingham who wanted to show their appreciation of Dr Benjamin Zephaniah through music, poetry and dance.
Benjamin Zephaniah – The Brighter Flame exhibition now at BCU
Birmingham City University (BCU) are now hosting the Benjamin Zephaniah Brighter Flame exhibition. At BCU’s Parkside location until 18 December 2024.
Benjamin Zephaniah – Pen Rhythm Poet 1983 (first TV appearance)
We have shared this video of Benjamin Zephaniah’s first TV appearance which we discovered recently on YouTube. It gives a fascinating insight into Benjamin’s early work as a performing poet and activist.
