This chapter examines the toppling of Edward Colston’s statue during a 2020 antiracist protest in Bristol as a catalyst for reflection and change, rather than a rewriting of history or resolution of racism. It situates the event within Bristol’s legacy of involvement in the British transatlantic trafficking of enslaved Africans and the findings of the 2017 Runnymede Report, which exposed deep racial inequalities in the city’s education system. Through a transdisciplinary case study, the chapter explores decolonising efforts across educational and cultural institutions, including the University of Bristol, the Bristol Decolonising Network, and the M Shed museum. It highlights collaborative initiatives that aim to reframe historical narratives, promote equity, and support antiracist teaching practices. By offering practical resources and insights, the chapter seeks to empower educators and community partners to engage confidently in decolonial work, foster inclusive learning environments, and contribute to the transformation of knowledge systems.

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Confronting Colonial Legacies in Bristol: Lessons for Education and Racial Justice

  • Magi Young,
  • Cleo Lake

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This chapter examines the toppling of Edward Colston’s statue during a 2020 antiracist protest in Bristol as a catalyst for reflection and change, rather than a rewriting of history or resolution of racism. It situates the event within Bristol’s legacy of involvement in the British transatlantic trafficking of enslaved Africans and the findings of the 2017 Runnymede Report, which exposed deep racial inequalities in the city’s education system. Through a transdisciplinary case study, the chapter explores decolonising efforts across educational and cultural institutions, including the University of Bristol, the Bristol Decolonising Network, and the M Shed museum. It highlights collaborative initiatives that aim to reframe historical narratives, promote equity, and support antiracist teaching practices. By offering practical resources and insights, the chapter seeks to empower educators and community partners to engage confidently in decolonial work, foster inclusive learning environments, and contribute to the transformation of knowledge systems.