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07-11-2023

Commemorating Heritage: Liverpool Celebrates Black History Month with Windrush Advocates

Liverpool Advocates for Windrush (LAW) cordially invites the community to a distinguished event marking Black History Month, set to transpire on the 11th of November, 2023. This event, housed within the welcoming confines of Crawford House on Upper Warwick Street, Liverpool, is designed to be a resonant homage to African-Caribbean and Commonwealth cultures.

From 11 am to 4 pm, attendees will be treated to a rich tapestry of themed music, alongside a luncheon exclusively for those who have confirmed their attendance. In a nod to accessibility and inclusivity, the proceedings will also be broadcast live via Zoom, ensuring that distance poses no barrier to participation.

As anticipation builds, the organisers encourage prospective attendees to secure their participation through an RSVP. This significant event is not merely a retrospective but a vibrant, living celebration of Black heritage and the enduring legacy of the Windrush generation. Full details are available on the Liverpool Advocates for Windrush website, where the spirit of community and shared history is alive and thriving.

How do I know if I am eligible to apply to the Windrush Compensation Scheme?: If you suffered significant losses due to your inability to show that you a lawful right to be in the UK, then you may be eligible.
Can I be compensated for racism and discrimination?: No. The Windrush Schemes do not compensate claimants for racism and/or discrimination experienced as a result of their inability to prove their lawful right to be in the UK.
Can I access emotional support because of what I went through?: Yes. Liverpool Advocates For Windrush offers all Windrush claimants free traumatic and emotional support for free.
I paid a lot of monies for immigration fees, can I claim that back?: Yes, the Home Office allows for this to be reclaimed but only to a certain figure and if you were unsuccessful in trying to rectify your immigration status.
I am from one of the 65 countries the Windrush Scandal affected. Can I claim?: Yes you can, but only if you can show that you meet the criteria set by the Home Office.