BLACK SOCIAL WORKERS’ ORAL HISTORY PROJECT
Welcome to our project exploring the untold history of Black social workers in Britain and their vital contributions to the care of vulnerable children. This website highlights decades of change, from the challenges of transracial adoption to the evolving policies surrounding race and identity in social work. Through powerful oral histories, we uncover the personal and professional experiences of Black social workers as they navigated these shifting landscapes. Our aim is to preserve and share these stories, offering insight into their lasting impact on social work practice and society at large. We invite you to explore the timeline, access full interviews, and contribute your own stories to this growing archive.
To explore the website, start by scrolling through the interactive timeline, which highlights key events alongside quotes from our oral history interviews. You can access the full interviews and dive deeper into the stories in our dedicated archive section. If you'd like to contribute your own story or learn how to use these oral histories in presentations or educational settings, visit our contact page for more information and resources.
This project is generously funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, supporting our efforts to uncover and share the important history of Black social workers in Britain.
Coventry University gave the project a home.