Culture in Full Colour: Why Celebrating Black Joy Matters
Too often, conversations about the Black experience are limited to narratives of hardship, trauma, and struggle. While those truths matter, they’re only part of the story. At Black Excellence CIC, we choose to centre joy. Not as a luxury but as a powerful act of resistance and reclamation. Why joy? Because joy reminds us of
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5 Tips for First-Time Vendors: Thrive at Your First Market
Getting ready for your first Black Excellence Pop-Up? It can feel a little overwhelming but it’s also a powerful opportunity. Here are five essential tips (with a bit more depth) to help you make your first market a successful and empowering experience. These tips are rooted in real stories from our community because we believe
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From Market Stall to Movement: How Black Excellence CIC Is Changing the Game
What started as a few vendors under a marquee in Thamesmead has blossomed into a London-wide celebration of culture, creativity, and community. Black Excellence CIC began with a shared vision between co-founders Tricia Blake and Natalie Royer to create platforms that spotlight Black talent and foster community wealth. Their vision was rooted not only in
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