Confronting the Past, Shaping the Future

We’ve talked; we’ve listened. Now it’s time to act together.
Let’s move from conversation to collaboration. Setting shared priorities and imagining a reparative future for our community. Together we’ll take the next steps, guided by local voices and care for one another.

With the mobilisation phase of the Reparative Futures programme now accomplished, we’ll share updates on what we’ve achieved so far and explore how we can move things forward collectively and with accountability.

This year’s gathering is about momentum and collaboration, transforming shared insights into meaningful action. Together, we’ll reflect on progress, strengthen partnerships, and co-create the next phase of our work.

Come to:

Hear updates from the programme

Meet our new team and accountability partners

Shape shared priorities and explore next steps for action

Connect over good food, ideas, and community

Join us to reflect, connect, and shape our future together.

Confronting the Past, Shaping the Future

Date: Monday, 24th November 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: The Rose Green Centre, Bristol, BS5 7DR
Food and refreshments provided

About the Reparative Futures programme

The Reparative Futures is a £10 million programme spanning 10 years, from February 2024 until 2034. It aims, through a series of targeted initiatives, to redress some of the systemic injustices arising from the African chattel enslavement.

The University of Bristol acknowledges its historical ties with individuals linked to that activity and the significant work required to address this legacy and ongoing anti-black racism within the University and beyond.

During the 10 years the Reparative Futures programme plans to create a sustainable impact that can continue and be built on well after the formal programme has completed. It will be co-created with Bristol’s Black communities, students and staff.

To learn more or get involved, visit the University of Bristol’s Reparative Futures webpage or email reparative-futures@bristol.ac.uk.