Planet Village

19/03/2026

17/03/2026

Nelson Mandela’s life was characterised by immense patience as

he endured decades of struggle, imprisonment, and hardship in

his fight for equality and justice in South Africa. His patience was

evident in various phases of his life—from his early political activism

to his 27 years in prison and eventual rise to the presidency.

Rather than succumbing to bitterness, he nurtured a long-term

vision, understanding that meaningful change required endurance

and perseverance. He did not seek vengeance against those who

oppressed him but worked towards reconciliation, demonstrating

that patience was not merely about waiting but about enduring

hardships with purpose.

Each chapter of our publication, All the Worlds your Stage (https://www.planetvillage.co.uk/shop/ ) , is a study module on Nelson and other iconic role models from Black history. They are an invitation to sit with your children, family members or friends and reflect on what we can learn from their lives to enrich your own.

10/03/2026

Mary Seacole (1805–1881) was a Jamaican-born nurse, healer,

and entrepreneur renowned for her extraordinary compassion,

resilience, and determination. Mary Seacole’s unwavering

compassion characterised her life. As a nurse, healer, and

humanitarian, she devoted herself to alleviating suffering, often at

personal expense. Whether tending to cholera patients in Jamaica

and Panama or facing the battlefields of the Crimean War, her

kindness and selflessness knew no bounds. She regarded soldiers

not merely as patients but as human beings deserving of comfort,

warmth, and dignity. Her care extended beyond medicine; she

provided emotional support, food, and even financial assistance to

those in need.

Each chapter of our publication, All the Worlds your Stage (https://www.planetvillage.co.uk/shop/ ) , is a study module on Mary and other iconic role models from Black history. Each chapter is an invitation to sit with your children, family members or friends and reflect on what we can learn from their lives.

03/03/2026

King demonstrated conviction throughout his life by standing firmly for justice, equality, and non-violent resistance, despite threats, opposition, and personal hardships. His commitment to civil rights never wavered, even in the face of imprisonment and physical attacks.

King’s deep-rooted faith and moral resolve fuelled his leadership in the American

Civil Rights Movement. His unwavering dedication was evident in his famous “I Have a

Dream” speech, his leadership during the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and his relentless

push for voting rights and desegregation.

Check out our publication https://www.planetvillage.co.uk/shop/ where you'll find within each chapter an opportunity to sit with your children, family members or friends and reflect on what we can learn from his and other iconic historical role models' lives.

19/02/2026

Celebrating Rosa Parks, Black History month USA

19/02/2026

Rosa Parks (1913-2005) is widely known for her refusal to give up
her bus seat on 1 December 1955, an act of defiance that sparked
the Montgomery Bus Boycott and propelled the Civil Rights
Movement forward. However, her courage extended far beyond this
single event. Throughout her life, Parks demonstrated immense
bravery in the face of injustice. She grew up in a deeply segregated
society, where racial violence was common, and yet she refused to
be silent. As an adult, she worked tirelessly for civil rights, facing
threats, arrests, and economic hardship without wavering in her
commitment to justice. Even in her later years, she continued to
inspire younger generations to stand up against oppression, proving
that her courage was a lifelong trait. For intergenerational engagement Get your Rosa parks family workshop here; https://link.planetvillage.co.uk/sp/740b4c32fd4

19/02/2026

With The Black, African and Asian Therapy Network – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

11/02/2026

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SPECIAL
Join us in celebrating Rosa’s legacy!

Rosa Parks (1913-2005) is widely known for her refusal to give up her bus seat on 1 December 1955, an act of defiance that sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and propelled the Civil Rights Movement forward.

However, her courage extended far beyond this single event. Throughout her life, Parks demonstrated immense
bravery in the face of injustice. She grew up in a deeply segregated society, where racial violence was common, and yet she refused to be silent. As an adult, she worked tirelessly for civil rights, facing threats, arrests, and economic hardship without wavering in her commitment to justice. Even in her later years, she continued to inspire younger generations to stand up against oppression, proving that her courage was a lifelong trait.

24/10/2025

How many of these inspirational people who fought for freedom, social justice and equality can you identify?

You can download a free copy of this poster here https://www.planetvillage.co.uk/shop/