Day 25: The Stephen Lawrence Inquiry: A Watershed Moment in British Race Relations

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, brings you the story of the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this tragic case and the subsequent investigation exposed institutional racism in British policing.

This episode explores:

• The murder of Stephen Lawrence and the initial failed investigation
• The campaign for justice led by Stephen's parents
• The key findings of the Macpherson Report, including the definition of institutional racism
• The impact of the inquiry on British policing and race relations

While enjoying this audio journey, reflect on how this case changed the conversation about race in Britain.

See the story come alive in our video version on YouTube: @BlackHistoryBuffTV.

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Let's honor Stephen Lawrence's memory by continuing the fight against racial injustice.

Blessings,

KK

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• The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois
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