Leeds Black Elders Association

 

Leeds Black Elders Association has been running for 17 years and provides a number of services that are unique. The organisation is built on a firm foundation of dedicated committee members, staff and volunteers, many of which have been present for a number of years. The Association provides much need services to the Black Elderly(but not exclusively) throughout Leeds and operates  covering mainly the Harehills and Chapel Allerton and University wards. (Leeds 6, 7, 8, and 9). 
Visit our website atwww.lbea.co.uk

The project was born out of the lack of information available regarding the histories of our Black people in Leeds.  Various organisations and groups in Leeds, including LBEA, have over the years organised events, produced books and  articles pertaining to this field of work.  The project aims to undertake a strategic process of documenting this legacy through the provision of services which make available avenues to collect, promote and access the history for the local community and wider community.