The Benjamin Zephaniah Library is named in honour of the late poet, writer, and activist whose work transformed how we see and speak about Black British culture. Benjamin’s legacy of creativity, resistance, and truth-telling continues to inspire generations, and through this library we aim to honour and extend his contributions by building a dedicated space for learning, research, and storytelling. We are deeply grateful to his family for supporting this long-term initiative, and we look forward to developing the library as a living resource that reflects his spirit and the richness of Black British heritage.
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The Benjamin Zephaniah Library is the learning and education arm of The Black Art Hub CIC, designed as an archival, development, and research online digital platform. It focuses on Black British culture, history, and heritage, combining both traditional and contemporary storytelling with academic research methodologies. Through the creation of digital counternarratives, the library challenges dominant perspectives, amplifies underrepresented voices, and ensures that Black British knowledge, creativity, and heritage remain accessible for future generations.