Join us for an enlightening and deeply personal journey with Floyd Steadman, a distinguished speaker who was featured in one of our exclusive past events at BESA.

Join us for this inspiring recorded session, where Floyd Steadman will delve into the crucial topic of diversity and inclusion across the curriculum, drawing from his remarkable life experiences and insights.

Floyd Steadman's Presentation:

In this engaging session, Floyd Steadman will share his compelling story, touching upon various pivotal aspects of diversity and inclusion:

• Black History in the National Curriculum: Floyd will explore how the Black Lives Matter movement has called for the inclusion of black history in the national curriculum.
• His Jamaican Family Roots
• Life in the 1960s/70s: Gain a unique perspective on his life during the transformative decades of the 1960s and 70s, exploring the challenges they presented.
• From Brent Children's Homes to Kingsbury High School: Follow Floyd's educational journey, from his early years in Brent Children's Homes to his role at Kingsbury High School.
• Navigating Rugby Challenges: Hear about Floyd's experiences as he navigated challenges in the world of rugby.
• Becoming a Black Headmaster: Gain insights into Floyd's inspiring journey to become a black headmaster.
• Unconscious Bias: Explore the concept of unconscious bias and its presence within the realm of education.
• Reports on Systemic and Institutional Racism: Delve into reports that provide evidence of systemic and institutional racism in the UK.

This presentation was an eye-opening exploration of diversity and inclusion, offering valuable insights and inspiring perspectives. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of these critical issues and their significance in today's world.

After retiring from rugby, Floyd Steadman emerged as a talented and inspiring teacher and headmaster, having a positive impact on many, many young lives. Over and over again, Floyd Steadman has prevailed against immense odds, prevailing not with anger, argument or hysterics, but with persistence, dignity and integrity.

Racial tensions arise in sport, as much as anywhere else. Floyd Steadman draws on his own extraordinary experiences, in rugby and education, and addresses the issues of conscious and unconscious bias in a non-confrontational way. A former headmaster with excellent presenting skills, he explains how only education will resolve the problem, and ensure fair and equal opportunities for all, in sport and in life.

If you have any questions, email eventsteam@besa.org.uk

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