Photos by Zack Downey ZED Productions
The Southport African Caribbean Heritage Association (SACHA) hosted a fantastic Windrush76 event on Saturday (22nd June 2024) to commemorate Windrush Day.
It was a day filled with rich cultural experiences, inspiring speeches, and a strong sense of community.
SACHA co-founder and Southport Windrush event organiser Gemma Collins said: “SACHA’s mission is to empower our community, celebrate our heritage, and build a lasting sense of belonging.
“We heard about the incredible contributions of the Windrush generation, who arrived in 1948 and played a pivotal role in British history.
People enjoy the 76th anniversary Windrush celebrations in Southport. Photo by ZED Productions
“SACHA remains committed to providing engaging gatherings that educate, inspire, and bring us closer together.
“Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating Windrush Day!
“Let’s continue to honour the legacy of the Windrush generation and the rising of the Windrush Flag.
“We look forward to seeing you at future SACHA events!
People enjoy the 76th anniversary Windrush celebrations in Southport. Photo by ZED Productions
“The day ended with a powerful message: even if you don’t know your heritage, you belong.
“Connection comes in many forms, and SACHA is here to foster a sense of community and belonging for everyone.”
People across the community were invited to celebrate the 76th Windrush anniversary with a special event in Southport town centre.
Organised by the Southport African Caribbean Heritage Association, Saturday saw a day of ‘vibrant culture and contributions’.
The group started at Southport Town Hall at 10am to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Windrush generation by holding a short ceremony.
People enjoy the 76th anniversary Windrush celebrations in Southport. Photo by ZED Productions
The Windrush flag was raised as a mark of respect the night before on Friday, 21st June.
People then made their way to Southport Bijou Cinema to watch Floella Benjamin’s film ‘Coming to England’.
First a book, the film is based on a true story about Baroness Floella Benjamin who travelled from Trinidad to London as part of the Windrush generation.
Nanny Pearl’s, a Caribbean Street Food vendor, was at the event providing authentic Caribbean food. They appeared at the Southport Food and Drink Festival during the Bank Holiday weekend.
People enjoy the 76th anniversary Windrush celebrations in Southport. Photo by ZED Productions
The business is based on recipes from Nanny Pearl, who moved to the UK as part of the Windrush Generation in the 1940s from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Southport African Caribbean Heritage Association also has an exhibition planned for 7th September 2024.
People enjoy the 76th anniversary Windrush celebrations in Southport. Gemma Collins
Videos, audio listening points, portraits and items from the Windrush generation will be displayed at The Atkinson on Lord Street in Southport.
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