Exploring Diverse Histories
In this section of the Inclusive Heritage Advice Hub, you will find advice on how best to explore diverse histories in your work and in the heritage sector.
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How Do I Frame Dated or Offensive Historic Language and Content for a Modern Audience?
Advice on approaches around historic language and content that might be upsetting or offensive to a modern audience.
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What is a Visitor Charter and How Do We Create One?
Advice on the features and benefits of a 'visitor charter', a document covering the expectations of both visitors and the host organisation.
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How Should We Write and Talk about the History of Disability?
Advice on writing about the history of disabled, d/Deaf and neurodivergent people with sensitivity, nuance and respect.
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How Do We Talk About the Transatlantic Slave Trade Appropriately and Sensitively?
The transatlantic slave trade can be a challenging and emotive topic to discuss. Here's how to approach it with care and sensitivity.
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Creating Engaging Online Content About Diverse Histories
This case study looks at a series of Instagram reels about LGBTQ+ history in various places across England, created by Hollyzone History.
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Uncovering the Role of Sikh Mothers in Smethwick's Industrial Heritage
A case study on the 'Rags to Riches: How Sikh Mothers Made Smethwick' project, led by the Sikh Development Academy.
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Working with Volunteers to Address a Lack of Bengali Representation in Public Collections
A case study on capturing and preserving the images and oral histories of the Bengali community in East London, led by Four Corners.
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Understanding and Meeting the Needs of Your Participants in Heritage Projects
A case study on planning and providing access support for project leaders and participants when sharing and discovering sensitive histories.
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Addressing Sensitive Topics Through Heritage Projects
A case study about 'Remembering Greenheys and Len Johnson', a Steam Hubs and Pubs CIC project.
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