Supporting UK Black Lives & Businesses
WHO THIS IS FOR:
Anyone who would like to support local and small black-owned businesses in the UK but not sure where to start or the ways possible. The internet has a plethora of resources for you to check out so don’t be afraid to do your own research.
This Carrd was created initially for supporting the BLM movement however it can also be used to help you diversify your network and lifestyle choices. I will try to update this list as much as I can.
Resource List
CONNECT
If you'd like to connect or contact me with a request to add on any UK black businesses that are not on this Carrd, please get in touch below.
Please bare with me as this is a work-in-progress and may take some time to upload all new businesses. X
Recommended Reading
So You Want to Talk About Race - by Ijeoma Oluo
Brit(ish): On Race, Identity and Belonging - by Afua Hirsch
Why I'm No Longer Talking To White People About Racism - by Reni Eddo-Lodge
White Rage: The Unspoken Truth of Our Racial Divide by Carol Anderson, E-BOOK
Black and British: A Forgotten History - by David Olusoga
Natives: Race & Class in the ruins of empire - by AKALA
Mouth Full of Blood: Essays, Speeches, Meditations - by Toni Morrison
I Will Not Be Erased: Our stories about growing up as people of colour - by Gal-dem
Bringing Up Race: How to Raise a Kind Child in a Prejudiced World - by Uju Asika
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London Community Groups
Black Thrive
Lambeth borough
The Sapphire Community Group
Islington, Southwark, Bromley, Croydon borough
Community Southwark BAME & Refugee Group
Southwark borough
People First
Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea, Westminster borough
Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust
Lewisham borough
Thamesmead Now BAME Network
Greenwich borough
Greenwich CVS
Greenwich Borough
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Donate
The Black Curriculum
Social Enterprise funded in 2019 by young people to address the lack of Black British history in the UK School Curriculum.
Donate
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100 Black Men of London
A community-led charity delivering free programmes for 10-16yr olds focusing on mentoring, education, economic empowerment, and health & wellness.
Donate
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Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust
Working with young people from dis-advantaged backgrounds aged 13-30yrs to inspire and enable them to succeed in the career of their choice.
Donate
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Black Ticket Project
Committed to creating cultural access points for Black young people across England.
Donate
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Food Vendors
Fitness & Wellbeing
5th Lens Fitness
Fitness instructor & PT. Strength training. HIIT. Circuits. Rebounder.
MindBodySoul Fitness
Dancer & Fitness Trainer.
Peachy Physiques
Fitness & Wellbeing expert. Strength & Conditioning coach.
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Hoop Hustle Flow
Roller skater & Yoga teacher. Creator of hoop yoga.
Junior Valentine
Yoga teacher, gong master (sound healing), reiki master junior
Philly Aime
Yoga teacher, hula hooper, handmade vegan bodycare
Ebony Flow Yoga
Yoga teacher. London classes & events.
Donna Noble
Yoga teacher & coach. Body positivity yoga. Founder of @curvesomeyoga.
Carolyn Zimba
Yoga teacher, alignment & movement Specialist, massage therapist
Bella Okuya
Yoga teacher, ICF accredited health coach
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Yoga Studios
These studios are not black-owned (as far as I know) BUT they are inclusive and welcome students from all backgrounds.
The Yoga House
The Yoga Room
The Yoga Space
Peckham Levels - Level 5
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Health & Wellbeing
Liquid Sunshhine
Organic & Raw Cold Pressed
juices. Detox cleanse plans,
Pempamsie Lewisham
Natural health food and remedies store.
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Hair & Beauty
[Naturally Perfect]
(https://naturallyperfect.co.uk/)
Natural and unrefined handmade skincare and body care products
[MelaninMade.co.uk]
(https://www.melaninmade.co.uk/)
Pure and unrefined Jamaican Black Castor oil bottled for you as nature intended
[Neriyas]
(https://neriyas.co.uk/)
Home, skincare and body care products made with a focus on self care and wellbeing
Afrocenchix
Organic and Vegan
Natural hair care products
Philly Aime Vegan Bodycare
Vegan handmade body care
Coffee & Honey Care
Natural handmade body scrubs
Love Rems
Natural skincare brand.
Chemical-free and vegan.
Eco-friendly packaging.
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SERVICES
Love_HairFinesse
Mobile hair stylist
Lit Lash Beauty
Qualified lash artist
Micro Beauty Nay
Eyebrow microblading / Brow shape & tint / Shellac nails
Sweet Beauty Treat
Mobile beauty and massage services
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STORES
HairGlo
For all your haircare needs. Shiping nationwide (UK)
Hail & Nash
Lash lounge & nail bar
SW London
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Lifestyle
STYLE
1995Snkrs
Exclusive and limited edition trainers for men and women online
Missys Headbandz UK
Handmade pom-pom headbands for adults and children
Samuella Palmer
Designer & pattern cutter
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GIFTS
Cherish Me
Bespoke gifts and workshops
HZLL Arts
Greetings cards and wall art & logos
Afritistic
African-inspired art prints and greetings cards on Etsy UK
Ibere Apparel
Greetings cards, prints, apparel and stationary on Etsy UK
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EVENTS/ORGANISERS
Sweets_andmore
Bespoke party decor & favours
Sunset Events
Events by Adwoa
Weddings/events/corporate planner
As told by Dammy
Creative & Botanical Workshops
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Media & Creatives
BLOGS
Nahdia's Adventures
Lifestyle Blogger. Sensory Play enthusiast. Owner of 'Sensory Sunday' workshops and founder of @Sweets_andmore.
Miimiis World
Beauty/Lifestyle blogger & vlogger. MUA. Stylist.
Babes About Town
Lifestyle & Family Travel blogger. Writer. Author of “Bringing up Race” (in recommended reading)
Sareta Fontaine
Lifestyle Blogger. Content Creator. Writer with a comedic approach.
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VLOGS
Tanya’s Mummy Center
Motherhood. Lifestyle. Parenting.
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PODCASTS
Relationships are - Cynthia B
Honest conversations about all relationships. Expect banter, laughter and real people.
This City - Clara Amfo
Discussions on everything from music and fashion to places and travel.
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CREATIVES
Manassaline Coleman
Brand Identity strategist. Illustrator. Web designer.
The OJA Home
Interior Designer & Stylist.
HZLL Arts
Digital illustrator.
Eggcorn Studios
Digital agency. Commercial studio hire. Brand management.
Kisakye’s Art
Artist. African-inspired art.
Commissioned work.
Gbenga the Author
Writer. Poet.
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PHOTOGRAPHERS
Mellz Photography Ltd
Shanay Shanice Photography
Lolastar Photography
Timid Photography
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