News

Legacy WM are thrilled to unveil the latest additions to our esteemed board: Rachael Thomas, from the prestigious Birmingham Repertory Theatre, and the talented Andrew Donaldson, from Dains Accountants.

Following an inspiring team away day at KPMG, carefully orchestrated by Suni Sekhon from DEFY Brands, both Andrew and Rachael showered us with their uplifting feedback concerning the bright prospects for Legacy WM and the proactive measures that lie ahead for the near future.

Legacy WM are delighted to announce and congratulate our CEO and founder Aftab Rahman on receiving his MBE award for services to Heritage, and to the community in Birmingham.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on the unveiling of 'Black British History is British History'.

We hope everyone had a great time! A special shout out to our guest speakers Paulette Hamilton (Labour MP) and Patrick Vernon OBE on their moving speeches.

Legacy WM are excited to announce that our very own Patron, Professor Carl Chinn MBE FRSA F.Birm.Soc. Ph.D., has been newly appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant for the West Midlands.

Legacy WM are honoured to introduce Black British History is British History. The artwork comprises of 3 elements representing the rich chronology of Black British History.

The rear of the piece is a layered history in size order depicting:

Our CEO of Legacy WM Aftab Rahman was interviewed by BBC Midlands today talking all things Freedom50 and his latest trip to Bangladesh where a 400km charity bike ride took place for 5 days, raising funds to build an eco-school. The school in Bangladesh will be built in partnership with Sircer Pasha Welfare Trust. Part of the funds raised will also be used by Human Appeal to support their Dhaka Street Children Project. 

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