Join pioneering genealogist Paul Crooks for an inspiring exploration of African ancestry during Black History Month 2026. This session reveals practical methods for tracing your African diasporan roots using public records, oral history, and DNA testing.
Paul Crooks made headlines when he traced his own African Caribbean family tree from London through Jamaica back to West Africa, eventually discovering ancestors who lived on a sugar plantation in North America two centuries ago. His acclaimed historical novel "Ancestors" and seminal guide "A Tree Without Roots" have helped establish Black British genealogy as a recognised field. He has appeared as an expert on the BBC television series "Who Do You Think You Are?" with Moira Stuart.
This event suits both beginners and experienced genealogy enthusiasts. Learn how to navigate UK and international public records, understand DNA testing's role in family research, overcome common obstacles in Black family history investigation, and reconstruct your personal identity through an African diasporic lens. Whether you're of African, Caribbean, or African American descent, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to honour your ancestors and continue your heritage journey.
