Bristol Distinguished Address Series
Celebrating Dr Guy Bailey
A celebration of the life of UWE Bristol alum and Honorary Graduate, Guy Bailey OBE.
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Key Information:
- Date and time
- Wed 02 October 2024
18:00 - 21:30 - Location
- 2X112, X Block, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Events Team events@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Guy Bailey's story is one of courage, making a difference and helping others. Refused a job interview due to racism, Guy’s actions sparked the 1963 Bristol Bus Boycott, a pivotal moment in the fight for racial equality and social justice in Britain.
But Guy's journey didn't end there. Inspired by his studies at UWE Bristol (Social Sciences graduate of 1987), he founded United Housing Association to support Caribbean Elders, the first Black housing association in the south-west. Guy received an honorary doctorate from UWE Bristol in July and this event celebrates that achievement and the power of life-long learning.
- Hear from current UWE Bristol tutors about involving the community in education.
- Connect with UWE alumni on the role universities play in empowering communities and students.
- Enjoy conversation, poetry and a night of celebrating activism, academia and networking.
The event is free and transportation will be provided for Caribbean elders. The celebration will also launch a fundraiser for Caribbean lunch clubs in Bristol and kick-start UWE Bristol’s Black History Month.
Don't miss this opportunity to honour Dr Guy Bailey and celebrate life-long learning! The event will be Hosted by Dr Roger Griffith MBE.
Registration and tickets
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
Travel information
Parking: If you are coming to UWE Bristol by car and require a parking space, please detail your registration number in the Eventbrite ticket booking form. We must have your car details 48 hours in advance otherwise parking cannot be guaranteed. Please email events@uwe.ac.uk if you require any additional assistance.