Book Review: Handsworth Riots 1985
Richard Lutz on a new book about the riots that rocked Birmingham 35 years ago.
West Midlands arts projects receive Commonwealth Games funding
£600,000 awarded through Spirit of 2012 collaboration with Birmingham 2022.
Spoken word tribute marks technology hub anniversary
Make UK’s fourth birthday celebrated by tribute to Future Makers.
Landmark restoration begins after successful fundraiser
Work to start on Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ historic bandstand.
Royal appointment for Maryam
Former Cadbury College student joins Duchess of Cambridge as Hold Still judge.
Pattigift Therapy received funding boost
Living Well UK awards funds to BAME-specialist mental health charity.
Record BAME numbers receiving lifesaving organ transplants
Warning that Covid-19 threatens organ donation.
£4 million available from Support Fund
Birmingham and Black Country social enterprises urged to bid for funding.
My City, My Home
International writing competition for women and girls from diverse communities launched.
Boost for Black Country careers information
HomeServe joins Black Country Careers Hub as Cornerstone Employer.
Bald Black Girl(s) to go on display
Birmingham gallery’s exhibition examines perceptions of masculinity, femininity and androgyny.
Funding secured for lockdown community team
COVID team keeping vulnerable families safe in Erdington.
Taking a Big Step against gambling sponsorship
Walk and petition kicks off campaign to end gambling sponsorship in football.
Looking to the future of the Third Sector
Charity head Tina Costello writes about community needs in a crisis.
Further projects supported by Birmingham 2022 Community Programme
More than forty initiatives now receiving Games programme funding.
Former Birmingham shelf-stacker launches online festival
Funds raised aim to tackle social justice and human rights violations.
Community cafés reopen with focus on health
Evolve grows to become city’s first wellbeing café.
Theatre’s associate director steps out for the Rep
Walking to Leicester Square to raise funds for theatre’s work with young people.
Black Artists exhibition to display at city gallery
Black Artists for Black History Exhibition aims to give support to BAME talent.
Commemorate Battle of Britain 80 at RAF Museum Cosford
Online or in person, pay your tribute to war heroes.
Sports facilities invited to become Commonwealth Games training venues
Search begins for Birmingham 2022 training venues to host international athletes.
SIFA Fireside draws the city
Stroke of genius sees picture perfect fundraiser.
Black Country taxi employer celebrates anniversary with award
Recognition for Covid-19 support effort in the community.
Brum beats for LoveBrum
Birmingham band’s single is music to charity’s ears.
Active Black Country launch heath initiative
Cycling and walking to be prescribed by healthcare professionals.
Former council leader rejects lockdown fears
“Birmingham cannot be regarded as a Covid hotspot,” says visiting professor John Clancy.
Employment boost for region’s disabled
Grant from CareTech Foundation will enhance employment prospects in the West Midlands.
West Midlands charities receive donations from building firm
Help for community groups during lockdown.
Skipping for Sandwell
Families in Sandwell encouraged to be active with free skipping ropes.
COVID-19 plasma donors needed
Urgent appeal for donors in the Birmingham area to help recovering patients.