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Tuesday's Meet-ups: Outside Twydall Library
Artist talk with Michi Masumi: AI in Art
27th April 2026 - 2:30 to 3:30 pm
AI in Art: Michi Masumi and Ju Li
02 March 2026 - 27 April 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Neurodivergent Oral History & Community Archive Practice
Courses Start Autumn 2026
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We specialise in neurodivergent oral history through inclusive, flexible and accessible approaches, alongside Black oral history in the UK that is centred, respectful and community-informed.
Our work also incorporates AI-assisted and hybrid cultural heritage practice, combining creative technology with human-led storytelling.
Learning objectives:
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Understand ND communication styles in oral history
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Apply inclusive interviewing techniques
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Recognise sensory and access needs
PAC
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Preservation
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Archiving
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Cataloguing
We equip people with the tools, confidence, and platform to document, preserve, and share their stories through creative, digital, and culturally grounded practice.
Neurodivergent Oral History and Black British Community Preservation Practice is an independent training course and original methodology developed by Michi Masumi, an oral historian and researcher. Neurodivergent Oral History Practitioner (Founder)
Delivered through:
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The Black Art Hub CIC
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The Benjamin Zephaniah Library & Archive
Our training aligns with UK oral history and archival standards, including those of the Oral History Society, the Archives and Records Association, and The National Archives.
💥 What Makes Us Different
✔ Led by a Black British, neurodivergent practitioner
✔ Combines art, technology, and cultural research
✔ Rooted in real community work — not theory alone
✔ Produces actual outputs -
(archives, exhibitions, digital work)
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ND methodology
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Oral history training
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Archive practice
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Creative research
Our courses are suitable for
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Oral historians
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Archivists
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Artists & creative practitioners
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Researchers (social sciences, humanities)
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Community organisations
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Educators
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Cultural Heritage volunteers
The Black Art Hub CIC is a member of the Archives and Records Association and Oral History Society and part of the Friends of the National Archives.
Michi Masumi:
Professionally trained oral historian and an active member of the following:
ARA | OHS | CAHG | NUJ |
Friends of The National Archives
Art & Business
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Start Your CIC Journey in Medway With Confidence
Launching a Community Interest Company (CIC) doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Whether you’re an artist, creative, community leader, or someone with a passion for making a local impact, our Medway-focused CIC resources are designed to guide you every step of the way.
Our easy‑to‑use guides simplify the legal requirements, break down the paperwork, and help you understand exactly what you need to do—from choosing the right structure to understanding the Asset Lock.
Your Medway Mate’s Guide Series
Practical, friendly, and created for real people doing real community work.
A4 CIC Booklet: Download Instantly — Only £7.50
Click the link below to purchase and download immediately:
👉 theblackarthub.co.uk/_paylink/AZxUtHRW
Workshops Coming Soon
Alongside the guide, we’re running accessible workshops in March, including
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Starting up as a freelancer/sole trader with under £300
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Understanding CICs
Online & in‑person options are available, with discounted rates for Medway residents.
If you're thinking about launching a Community Interest Company in Medway but aren’t sure where to begin, our latest blog breaks everything down in a simple, friendly, and practical way.
From choosing the right structure to understanding the asset lock and completing your paperwork, this guide walks you through each step with clarity and confidence. Whether you're a creative, community leader, or grassroots organiser, it’s the perfect place to start your CIC journey.
Click here to read the full blog and take your first step towards setting up your CIC with ease.
Empowering
Creativity, Culture
& Communities
"In diversity, there is beauty, and there is strength."
Maya Angelou
The Black Art Hub CIC empowers creativity, culture, and community, with a specialist focus on Black British visual arts and poetry. We create platforms for Black artists and poets to connect with the community, exhibit, and thrive while preserving our rich cultural heritage. and promoting well-being
Poetry
Ceramics
Sculpture
Crafts
Drawing
Video
Painting
Illustrations
Animation
Street Art
Printmaking
Graphic Design
Architecture
Fashion
Fine Art
Collage
Photography
Filmmaking
Installation Art
Pyrography
Jewellery Art
Tapestry
Graffiti Art
Digital & AI Art
Your Gateway to Knowledge
Access educational resources
Free and low-cost educational resources designed to bring Black British art, poetry, and heritage into classrooms and community spaces. Our downloadable resources support teachers, educators, and families exploring Black British creativity and culture.
Each pack includes lesson plans, activities, historical context, and discussion prompts—ready-to-use and completely free. From poetry workshops to art history timelines, our resources make it easy to celebrate and teach Black British excellence.
Our 'Clap & Shake Video' (on the left) is a neurodivergent BHM short song with visuals for primary school reception classes: Children are aged 4 to 5, sometimes referred to as the Early Years Foundation Stage.
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The Black Art Hub CIC is home to The Benjamin Zephaniah Library & Archive, a growing community-led collection dedicated to preserving and celebrating Black British arts & culture, the global African diaspora, and creative technical knowledge.
We are currently seeking donations of used books, e-books, and academic papers to support our mission of building Medway’s first digital-native archival library. Your contributions help reduce book waste, increase community access to knowledge, and ensure that Black and biracial histories are preserved, represented, and celebrated for future generations.
🌟 You can drop off donated books at:
The Black Art Hub CIC,
14A Nucleus Arts Centre, High Street, Chatham, Kent ME4 4BP.
We are also fundraising to develop the Benjamin Zephaniah Digital Library & Archives, which will provide free access to digital collections, research materials, and community‑driven cultural archives.
Every contribution—big or small—brings us closer to creating a national resource rooted in equity, representation, and creativity.
🌟 Support the Benjamin Zephaniah digital library campaign:
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A Creative Network Powered by The Black Art Hub
CADA (UK Collective of African Diaspora Artists) is the Black Art Hub’s dynamic community of Black British and African diaspora visual artists, designers, illustrators, and poets.
Our mission is to connect, elevate, and platform creative talent through networking events, professional development, and collaborative exhibitions and poetry performances.
Supported by The Black Art Hub, CADA delivers impactful cultural and educational programming for corporate partners, community organisations, galleries, and educational institutions.
Our work actively strengthens British counter-narratives by challenging exclusion, expanding representation, and reclaiming Black British visibility, diversity, and creative autonomy.
Whether curating exhibitions, hosting spoken word showcases, or leading arts‑based workshops, CADA artists create culture on their own terms. As a Black female‑led organisation, we don’t just participate in the arts—we lead, innovate, and redefine what Black British creativity looks like.
Bookings & Enquiries
For intimate, informative events or to discuss CADA collaborations, please contact: