African Liberation Day 1977
This picture is edited from a larger print to highlight the contrast between protester's banner and the two union jacks in the windows behind him. It's taken in Holly Road, Handsworth.
African Liberation Day 1979, Handsworth Park
Crowd at African Liberation Day. This is one of Vanley's most famous images. Many people from the community were present that day, and many claim to be able to see themselves in the picture.
Austin Road United Church of God Crusade, Handsworth.
A procession through the streets of Handsworth spreading the gospel and seeking new members for the church. The power of gospel song to inspire and unite, to uplift and give strength to the oppressed ...
Balsal Heath association
Balsall Heath Association Headquarters,91 Court Road, Balsall Heath. November 1977
Black Church Convention, Bingley Hall.
An annual convention bringing together members of the church from across the country. The Bingley Hall was originally situated on the site now occupied by the International Convention Centre.
Can We Help You?
Miss Huong Thi Huynh working with the community in the office at Charleville Road.
Can We Help You?
Miss Phuong Thi Pham, administrator in the MVCA office at Charleville Road.
Children Playing
Children playing on trampolines at a fun day at the Mohammed Ali Centre in Hockley
Community Summer School, Wolverhampton
Kids posed for a group photograph at a Summer School, held in Wolverhampton.
Computer Class
Classes on many different subjects are held in the MVCA offices in Charleville Road, in this picture a computer class is being held.
Elderly People's Luncheon Club
MVCA operated a luncheon club for Vietnamese elders until 2002. The luncheon club was an important meeting point for many members of the community to come together, socialise and eat.
Elderly People's Luncheon Club
Preparing the food for the elderly people's luncheon club. This club was organised by the MVCA until 2002. It provided an important meeting place for elder members of the Vietnamese community.
Elderly People's Luncheon Club
Preparing the food for the elderly people's luncheon club. This club was organised by the MVCA until 2002. It provided an important meeting point for elders in the Vietnamese community.
Future of the Community
Vietnamese children playing in Handsworth Park.
Future of the Community
Young girl with balloons and lantern at the mid-Autumn festival.
Handsworth Park, Children Playing
Marcus Garvey Day Nursery
This was one of the first nurseries set up specifically to care for young black children.
Mid Autumn Festival
The guests at the Mid-Autumn Festival.