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Seeking the Pioneers: Ayan Aden

Birmingham Race Impact Group is proud to present Seeking the Pioneers — a powerful two-year heritage project celebrating Birmingham’s rich history of race activism from the 1940s to today. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, this initiative connects generations by preserving the stories of trailblazers who challenged structural racism and helped shape modern Britain. In 2025, as part of the project, we interviewed Ayan Aden, Spoken Word Artist and Birmingham’s Poet Laureate (2024–2026). A dynamic writer, performer, and organiser, Ayan uses her platform to champion poetry as both a cultural force and a tool for social justice. Her work is rooted in dismantling systemic racism, reclaiming narratives for marginalised communities, and building accessible creative spaces where culture belongs to everyone. Through Seeking the Pioneers, we are inspiring a new generation of creatives, activists, and historians to collect and share oral histories that honour the past and shape the future. Subscribe to follow the journey, hear untold stories, and celebrate the pioneers who continue to transform our communities. Follow us on Instagram @wearebrig X @wearebrig Filming & Audio by Johnathan Williams Edited & Produced by Aidem Digital CIC