Marcus Romel Harding speaks about seizing opportunities and the work that Harewood is doing today.

Seth Leigh speaks about role models in his family that have shown him how to be ambitious while staying true to his roots.

Icilma Philip talks about arriving in England from her childhood in Barbados and her Church’s visit to Harewood in 2007.

Amara Aitoro speaks about her involvement with the diversity group at her high school, and how she reacted to learning about Harewood’s history.

Howard Gardner remembers growing up in Leeds in the 1950s and 60s, and the experiences of his father Alford Gardner, who was a passenger on HMT Empire Windrush.

More interviews coming soon

With thanks to Elaine Grant for facilitating these interviews.

Image: Marcus Romel Harding