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Black Achievers Wings Awards 2026 🖤
We’re delighted to celebrate our director, Kathy Williams MBE, OLY and lead tutor and choreographer, Nillanthie Morton, who were both honoured at the Black Achievers Wings Awards 2026.
Nillanthie received the Project Award, recognising her dedication to creating opportunities, achieving positive outcomes and making a lasting difference through his work.
Nillanthie says: “It makes me really happy and proud to be acknowledged for this award. I will use this as reinforcement to continue to inspire, motivate and be a positive role model for the next generations.”
Kathy received the Performing Arts Award – Ginalda Tavares Award, recognising her creativity, talent and contribution to the arts, inspiring others and enriching the wider community.
“I am sincerely grateful to receive this recognition and the ‘Gina Tavares Award’ for RJC Dance’s contribution to the Performing Arts – Heritage, Community, Culture and Sustainability.”
It was wonderful to celebrate these achievements alongside so many people making a difference. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees, including the RJC Dance alumni who were also nominated. We’re proud to see our community recognised and to celebrate the inspiration they give to future generations.
Read the full story on our website - link in bio ✨
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A sharing of ideas, knowledge and practical approaches through conversations, guest speakers and short films, bringing together designers, organisations, change makers and specialists from the UK, the Caribbean, Africa and Latin America.
The programme explores how we can promote and support a more environmentally conscious approach to Carnival Arts and masquerade — sharing innovative concepts, celebrating existing initiatives and exploring new ways to make our costumes, materials, production and events more sustainable and greener.
Book via Link in Bio ⬆️
Original Images: @oliverdixonphotography
Introducing Rhian Kempadoo Millar, Mango Arts 💚
Rhian has been working as a designer and visual artist with RJC Dance since 2001. Together with a talented team of creative artist, Mango Arts and RJC Dance have created nearly 20 different troupes which performed nationally and internationally.
The themes have included environmental, political and physical/ mental wellbeing, with focus being on using sustainable and recycled materials. As the lead designer, Rhian works closely with the choreographer to create costumes which are light enough for dance, enhance movement, use sustainable materials and will look effective on carnival day and future performances.
Tickets for the RJC Dance and Mango Arts Sustainable & Green Carnival Arts Symposium are available to book now via link in bio - don`t miss out! 🎟️
Celebrating Black History Month with the Black Cultural Exchange Project 🖤
Our Black Cultural Exchange Project brought together inspiring artists and creators to share their stories, influences and work through poetry, storytelling, music, dance and visual art.
These short films feature such incredible artists as:
✨ Khadijah Ibrahiim – poetry, storytelling and the cultural influences behind her work
✨ Zodwa Nyoni – writing and theatre, with Lladel Bryant performing her work ‘Ishmael’
✨ Nii Kwartey Owoo – the history and movement of Kpanlogo dance
✨ Azizi Cole – music and creative collaboration with Nii Kwartey Owoo
✨ Dr Emily Zobel Marshall – the stories of Anansi, the cunning trickster
✨ Joe Williams – the story of Pablo Fanque and connections between Black history and Leeds
✨ Sandra Whyles – a glimpse into her pottery studio and creative practice
✨ Rhian Kempadoo Millar – her journey as an artist and the inspiration behind her work
✨ Ansell Broderick – perspectives shared through song, poetry and spoken word
Sharing these voices helps preserve cultural heritage, recognise Black artists’ contributions and inspire the next generation to tell their own stories. These are stories to celebrate, learn from and keep sharing.
Watch the Black Cultural Exchange Project on our Youtube channel - link in bio 👆🏽
✊🏾 Today we stand united for Show Racism the Red Card Day.
Now more than ever, it’s important to call out racism in all its forms, every single day.
We believe in joy, connection and empowerment for everyone — and there is no place for racism here.
Together, let’s keep raising awareness, challenging discrimination and showing the next generation that equality, respect and solidarity always win.
@aceagrams @leedscouncil @childfriendlyleeds @onedanceuk @showracismtheredcard
