Black History Unleashed: Lessons in Resilience They Don’t Teach You

Did you ever wonder why certain stories of Black history are celebrated while others are forgotten? This talk dives into the hidden narratives and the powerful lessons they hold for today.

This isn’t another history lecture. It’s a bold reimagining of the stories you thought you knew, injecting essential ingredients that turn Black history into a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.

This provocative session explores untold stories and forgotten figures whose experiences offer profound lessons for personal growth and empowerment. Unlike anything you’ve attended before, it brings Black history to life in a way that speaks directly to your journey. These aren’t just stories—they’re blueprints for:

• Finding clarity in uncertain times.
• Building the confidence to overcome challenges.
• Using history to shape your future.

Perfect for those who want to go deeper, challenge assumptions, and find inspiration in the untold. Whether you’re exploring your heritage or part of a staff network focused on diversity, this talk offers something fresh, relevant, and profoundly personal.

Come for the hidden stories. Leave with the tools to rewrite your own.

Plus Ticket: Along with event access, Plus Ticket holders will receive a digital copy of the 'The First Maroon War' interactive PowerPoint, which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/G-4LQSGP4-o

Premium Ticket: Premium access includes all Plus offerings, plus a digital copy of Paul Crooks' latest novel 'Descendants,' sent to you electronically after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/BmI8rTjUEmE

Deluxe Ticket: Deluxe attendees enjoy all Premium benefits, with the added bonus of the 'DNA Testing Demystified: Separating Fact from Fiction in Genealogy' eBook to deepen your understanding of genealogy which will be sent via email after the event.

Trailer video: https://youtu.be/mQanCy3o1XM

About the speaker

Trailblazing family historian Paul Crooks pioneered research into Black genealogy during the 1990s, tracing his family history from London back six generations to ancestors enslaved on a sugar plantation in North America.

Paul was told that it would be impossible to trace records of slave-ownership, let alone his ancestors enslaved on plantations in North America. “No one had tried because such records did not exist.” Undeterred, he embarked on a journey of discovery that led from suburban North London to North America and ultimately back to the Gold Coast.

His groundbreaking books, Ancestors and A Tree Without Roots: The Guide To Tracing British, African, and Asian Caribbean Ancestry, brought him international recognition for his breakthrough research into Black genealogy. Paul is credited with inspiring an upsurge in interest in Black and British ancestry and is recognized for having spawned an industry in African Caribbean genealogy.

In addition to his pioneering genealogy work, Paul has over 20 years of experience in health service management and holds an MSc in Healthcare Commissioning. He has also worked in the private sector, leveraging his expertise to improve service delivery and operational efficiency. His diverse professional background enhances his ability to connect with audiences on themes of resilience, legacy, and personal growth.

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