Belonging

The latest stories

Collated by Bradford People Library

Bradford’s People Library is a collection of ‘human books’ highlighting the many things we have in common as human beings, as well as celebrating our differences. Read on for inspiring stories from people born and bred or newly arrived and who live in all parts of our wonderful district. Demonstrating that there is always more to a human ‘book’ than just its cover.

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Better people, better world
“Sport is the most powerful communication device I think we have…” The challenges we face are never easy in the moment, but hindsight gives us perspective on past...
Out of sight, out of mind.
“There’s good and bad in us all, but Gypsy Travellers get painted with the one brush…” A huge part of our identities as human beings is our individual culture and...
Bird Man
This film charts the life of one of Bradford's iconic characters - Barry Roots - often found at the 'Top o' town' amongst friends and, of course, the Pigeons... and...
Let Fear Fall Behind
There’s a deep sense of hope and conviction in those who not only overcome barriers in life, but are then fueled by a desire to build a better future and continue to excel...
A Vital Connection
Discovering strength through community. As you speak with Shaida from Keighley, you quickly get a strong sense of her resilience and fortitude as she shares her journey...
Moments of connection
One man’s journey into dance and choreography, around the World and back again – always seeing the beauty and magic in both people and dance....
#IAMBRADFORD
Islamophobia is one of the key campaigns outlined in our Anti-Rumour and Critical Thinking Strategy. As part of the #IAMBRADFORD month (November), we talked to nine diverse...
People just like you
“We were trying to save our lives, but the future was uncertain…” A story from one of the ‘most discriminated people in the world’* Everyone expected...
Write Your Own Scripts
I’m black and I come from a council estate. I was trying to break into an industry where you're expected to hide where you’re from. My name is Peter 'Rad' Miller....
Diversity
During my childhood it often felt like all the odds were against me. I was born in Bradford and lived in Windhill, Shipley for most of my youth. At great cost to my...
Black Voices
We speak to four people who have made Bradford their home. What is Black History? Black history is everyone’s history, whether that be the history of British English...