Solent University at The Black Business, Art and Music (BBAM) Festival

Solent is delighted to be partnering with the Black Business, Arts and Music (BBAM) festival once again this year which is taking place at Guildhall Square on Sunday 28 September. This free community event, led by Doctor Abdoulie Sanneh and The United Voices of African Associations (TUVAA), features a wealth of street art, poetry, music, food, fashion, and businesses across Southampton.

The event officially opens at 11am with a wreath and flower laying ceremony in remembrance of black soldiers who died in WW1 and WW2 at the cenotaph. This is then shortly followed by a military parade from the square to the cenotaph. Other activities taking place during the event include:

• Family friendly workshops
• Games and crafts
• Windrush Pop-up exhibition
• Live world music, dancing and singing
• Film screening of The Chameleon and the Fly
• Poetry performances
• Children’s Market
• Fashion Show

Our Access and Widening Participation (AWP) team will also be attendance showcasing the wealth of fantastic opportunities, advice and support available at Solent.