The murder of George Floyd on 25 May 2020 sent shockwaves around the world. Killed by a white Minneapolis police officer while other officers restrained him, the appalling events of that day shone a light on systemic racism, inequality and the injustice that Black people face, sparked protests across the globe, and heightened awareness of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Within Exeter College there was general agreement that more must be done to address historic and persisting injustices and the College formed a Black Lives Matter working group, made up of students, fellows and staff, to consider ways the College could help. Among the group’s recommendations was that Exeter hold a Black Lives Matter Creative Competition, to show its commitment to recognising and celebrating diversity.
We are proud to launch Exeter’s inaugural Black Lives Matter Creative Competition, which this year is on the theme “Here, Now, Then”.