Welcome to the Anti-Racism Leadership Book Club! Our mission is to explore and discuss literature that enriches our understanding of race equality, diversity, and inclusion. Through thought-provoking discussions, we aim to create a space for open dialogue and shared learning.
The next meeting of the Anti Racism Book Club is 24th June 2025
We invite you to read one of the following four books in advance of our discussion. Each offers a unique and educational perspective on race, identity, and leadership:
Join us for an engaging discussion!
Small Worlds – Caleb Azumah Nelson
This beautifully written novel explores love, family, masculinity, and migration through the life of a young Ghanaian-British man in Southeast London. It's lyrical, tender, and reflective of the "small worlds" that shape us. A great read for anyone wanting to explore how race, place, and belonging intersect in everyday life.
Why read it?
It deepens our understanding of cultural identity and emotional inheritance, making it especially relevant for leaders engaging with diverse communities.
Whites: On Race and Other Falsehoods – Otegha Uwagba
A powerful collection of essays that dissect whiteness, privilege, and the silences around race. Uwagba writes with clarity and sharpness about the performativity of allyship and the contradictions in liberal spaces.
Why read it?
This is an eye-opening read that challenges readers to think critically about performative anti-racism and their own positioning in the structures of whiteness.
My Little Black Book: A Blacktionary – The Pocket Guide to the Language of Race Jane Oremosu & Dr Maggie Semple
This accessible guide explains key terms and concepts related to race and racism in a clear, non-judgemental way. It’s a fantastic companion for anyone wanting to speak with confidence and accuracy about racial equity.
Why read it?
It empowers leaders to use language more responsibly, dismantling ignorance and encouraging informed conversations around race.
Everyone Versus Racism: A Letter to Change the World – Patrick Hutchinson
Written by the man behind the iconic image of the 2020 BLM protests, this is both memoir and manifesto. It’s a heartfelt call to action, rooted in lived experience, on why we all must actively work against racism.
Why read it?
It reminds us that allyship is not passive. This book is emotional, inspiring, and a practical motivator for inclusive leadership.
Future Selections: Stay tuned for our upcoming book selections!
We aim to cover a wide range of genres, authors, and topics to ensure diverse representation.
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We discuss “White privilege: The myth of a post-racial society” by Kalwant Bhopal
We discuss “I Belong Here: A Journey Along the Backbone of Britain”, by Anita Sethi
We discuss “Conversation”, by Robert Livingstone
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