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A Sunday letter for curious families

African and Caribbean history, faith, and learning at home — a short, warm read from Brother Sylvester, written for families and anyone curious to learn.

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African and Caribbean history for children and families, by Sylvester Leader.

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“When we teach the truth about our history, we give people the foundation to build a better future.”
— Brother Sylvester

In loving memory of Marilyn Leader · 4 August 2025 — teacher, mother, and companion of fifty years.

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FeatureRoots of ResilienceAfrican Diaspora HistoryFaith in ActionBridging Belief & CommunityUnity Beyond BordersCross-Cultural UnderstandingTeaching TruthEducator's Guide to Black History
LevelBeginnerBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
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PriceFreeFreeFreeFree
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Best ForAnyone wanting a comprehensive foundation in Black HistoryFaith leaders and community organisersCommunity leaders and professionals working across culturesTeachers, school leaders, and education professionals
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Roots of Resilience

African Diaspora History
Beginner
4
Modules
Free
Price
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Certificate

Anyone wanting a comprehensive foundation in Black History

Ancient African civilisationsTransatlantic slave tradeCaribbean historyWindrush & Black British history
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Faith in Action

Bridging Belief & Community
Beginner
4
Modules
Free
Price
✓
Certificate

Faith leaders and community organisers

African spiritual traditionsFaith & resistanceInterfaith dialogueCommunity action projects
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Unity Beyond Borders

Cross-Cultural Understanding
Intermediate
4
Modules
Free
Price
✓
Certificate

Community leaders and professionals working across cultures

Understanding divisionArt of dialogueCase studies in unityYour unity project
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Teaching Truth

Educator's Guide to Black History
Advanced
4
Modules
Free
Price
✓
Certificate

Teachers, school leaders, and education professionals

Why Black History mattersCurriculum designClassroom practiceResources & community
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Not Sure Where to Start?

New to Black History? Begin with Roots of Resilience — it covers everything from ancient Africa to modern Britain.

Start With Roots of Resilience