9000 year Black History Timeline launch + BHW anniversary
When: Saturday, November 14, 2026, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: BLOC Cinema, ArtsOne Building, Mile End
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The Lineage Timeline recently went viral on Instagram and this is a physical launch, demonstration plus Q&A with creator Paul Obinna
This event is organised by Black History Walks as part of 61 years since 1965 the first ever Race Relations Act, 20 years of the African Odysseys film series and 20 years of Black History Walks.
An in-person talk on 9000 years of African history, a demonstration of how to use the Timeline, Q&A with the creator and 20th anniversary update from Black History Walks. Plus Timelines for sale on the day and online, see below.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘂𝗹 𝗢𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻-𝗘𝗺𝗲: 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴
Paul Obinna Wilson-Eme is a qualified teacher, lecturer and personal development specialist with decades of experience in education, mentoring and community engagement. Through his national and international work, he has delivered lectures, workshops and training to diverse audiences, promoting cultural awareness, tackling social exclusion and encouraging personal growth and understanding.
The Lineage Timeline: over 𝟵,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 reflects over 20 years of Paul's research and dedication to making history accessible. This illustrated historical journey explores African heritage and its influence on world history, challenges conventional narratives and celebrates overlooked contributions. Rooted in Paul's vision of Rehumanisation, the Timeline encourages people to rediscover their heritage, develop a deeper understanding of history and recognise our shared humanity.