Black Ancestry and Genealogy Talks
Black Ancestry and Genealogy Talks
Our African Ancestry events offer a unique opportunity to connect with your ancestral lineage and celebrate the richness of African culture. Explore our upcoming events and embark on a journey of self-discovery and heritage appreciation today.
Black & British Ancestry | Who Do You Think You Are?
Explore the forgotten stories that shape modern Black British identity. This talk reflects on ancestry, belonging, and how family history connects us to our present selves.
Black Ancestry for Beginners | How to Trace African Caribbean Roots
A practical introduction to Black genealogy. Learn the key steps, records, and strategies to begin exploring African Caribbean family history confidently and meaningfully.
Beyond Windrush | Tracing Your Ancestry with the Passenger Lists
Discover how passenger lists open a window into pre- and post-Windrush migration. Gain new insights into your family's journey and their role in shaping British society.
Tracing African Caribbean Ancestry Back to 1880
A focused talk on navigating 19th-century Caribbean records to uncover your ancestry. See how family narratives emerge from local histories, parish archives, and official data.
Tracing African Caribbean Ancestry Back to 1860
This session uncovers techniques and historical sources for locating ancestors in the mid-1800s — a valuable starting point for anyone exploring their lineage during emancipation-era Caribbean.
Tracing African Caribbean Ancestry to Early 1800s
Step back to the earliest generations post-slavery. Learn how to locate relatives in challenging periods using rare records and creative research strategies.
Colorism Origins | Secrets of the 1817 Slave Registers
Investigate the roots of colorism through a lens of historical documentation. This talk explores the 1817 Slave Registers to examine how race, identity, and legacy intersect.
Tracing Black Ancestry | The Truth About What’s in a Name?
Uncover the hidden meanings and colonial influence behind surnames. This talk looks at how names reveal power, erasure, and continuity in African Caribbean family lines.
Tracing Ancestry | Secrets of 1817 Slave Registers
Revealing what few know: the 1817 Registers offer critical insight into African-descended people in the Caribbean. Discover how they can shape your understanding of family history.
Tracing Ancestry | The 1834 Slave Compensation Records
Explore what the 1834 records reveal about slavery's economic legacy and how it affected families. Learn how to trace ancestors through records of compensation, not emancipation.
Black & British Ancestry | Irish and Africans of the Caribbean
Discover the little-known story of Irish and African relations in the Caribbean. This talk opens new perspectives on shared histories, migration, and the complexity of identity.
How Do DNA Tests Work for Black Ancestry?
Demystify DNA testing for African Caribbean genealogy. Understand what test results really mean, what to expect — and how to connect the science with personal storytelling.