Transformational Carnival: Culturally,Socially and Economically.increasing numbers of white people, especially the young, taking part in demonstrations in support of Black Lives Matter protests recently, thisWiththat there will be real desire to play their part in supporting the event and to learn more about what a carnival in Milton Keynes means to theirsuggestsLearning about the preparation for a carnival will start to change conversations within schools, develop a source of pride for young people withpeers.and Caribbean heritages and attract positive attention from their peers.Africanwill help to attract interest from businesses, especially those who want to establish themselves in areas where there is a diverse population. (BAMEThismake up more that 26% of the population of Milton Keynes)groupsor before the day of the carnival itself, it would be expected that footfall will increase in shops, restaurants and other attractions as families, friendsOnothers come from outside the town for the occasion. In the longer term, the attractions in Milton Keynes will become better known and moreandculture dominates throughout society and by default it is perceived by white people, incorrectly, as “neutral” and “normal”. In contrast, the wordWhitetends to be associated with distorted ideas about people, inferiority, being discounted, mockery or seen as inherently dangerous. This applies toblackmusic, dress, dance, perceptions of beauty, intellect or leadership qualities - in fact any aspect of life and behaviour. Even a black person justart,for a walk is a suspect.goingcarnival will help to confound these erroneous and, unfortunately, normative assumptions. First, because people will be able to showcase aspectsThetheir African and Caribbean cultures and experience real pride in their heritages. Secondly, it will be an uplifting and enjoyable experience forofin the town who supports the carnival and engages with it. They will be involved in a process of affirming that African and Caribbean cultureseveryonetheir valuable and diverse contributions visibly and audibly, demonstrating differences which add interest, variation and greater attraction to lifemakeevents, including the Windrush scandal and George Floyd’s have alerted the wider public to well-documented and repetitive harsh realitiesRecentracism and discrimination in all its forms inflicts on black people with African and Caribbean heritages. Racism kills and wrecks lives. Black Britishwhichwho have spent their lifetimes here legally could still be expelled illegally and unjustly. These events sit at the brutally sharp end of the everpresentcitizensinclusion /exclusion continuum.enduring pattern of marginalisation and exclusion leaves many young black people unable to take pride in their heritages or feel that they do notThisin the UK or in Milton Keynes itself. Unfortunately, a sense of belonging can too often be found in gangs with well documented and tragicbelongestablishment of an African and Caribbean Carnival in Milton Keynes will show that this town is a place where people who share their heritagesThedevelop a collective pride in them, forge stronger cultural identities rooted in their own heritages and develop a greater sense of belonging.canin the Carnival experiences and the preparations leading up to it will help make young people less likely to seek a sense of belonging withInvolvementThe establishment of the event itself is also a statement that black people with African and Caribbean heritages have established theirgangs.as significant positive contributors to the economic, social and cultural life in Milton Keynes. This long overdue recognition and validation ofpresenceand Caribbean Arts and Heritages will be an important step towards equality and social justice.AfricanStem the increase in anti-social behaviour resulting in a reduction in knife and gun crimea)Remove the division, anxieties and uncertainties after Brexitb)Fulfil the community’s interests for carnival - from our recent surveysc)Create a positive reference point for culture and identity, for young people especially but not limited to those from the diverse communities. Liked)young people need their roots to grow. (culture and identity)trees,Create a positive reference point for young people especially but not limited to those from the diverse communities.e)Improve confidence in the diverse community resulting in greater business activitiesf)Contribute to Economic and tourism increase to MK town.g)Create awareness of MK diverse cultures and tolerance among communities.h)Transfer skills amongst young peoplei)Unify MK community groups in MK by enabling young people and elders to directly participate and take ownership in the carnivalj)Promote and create awareness of African – Caribbean diverse cultures to the wider MK community groups.k)Promote a culture of tolerance and acceptance with the aim of creating a safe community for all in MK.l)Improve social inclusion, equality and diversity of all MK community groups.m)Stimulate and bridge the gap between local communities and wider statutory institutions.n)Provide greater confidence with the community resulting in greater economic businesses.o)The carnival will also enhance the way the town is defined and known. Milton Keynes will now also be known as a town “with a Carnival”.people can be expected to spend time and money here.in Milton Keynes.consequences including knife and gun crime and death.Summary of Benefits the Carnivalp) Improve health outcomes
Day 1, Friday July 9Carnival King & Queen costume show5 pm Campbell ParkDay 2, Saturday July 10Carnival Parade, Carnival market,Evening Live Concert10 am from Campbell ParkDay 3, Sunday July 11family Sports Fun DayJerk festivalEvening Concert11 am Campbell Park
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