In this Black ancestry masterclass, Paul will provide guidance based on how he traced his roots using public records held in British archives and repositories.

Through the lens of his pioneering research into Black ancestry, Paul will
· share advice on tracing African Caribbean roots
· demonstrate how it is possible to trace forebears using only public records
· highlight how to overcome barriers that may get in the way of family history research.

The talk is suitable for you if

• you’re new to exploring family history
• you have some experience of searching for your ancestors and want to know about other sources of information
• you’ve started and you’re having problems furthering your search
• you want to develop your knowledge and understanding of Black History.