Come What May, We’re Here to Stay by Taj Ali

As Britain continues to grapple with questions of racism, identity and belonging, journalist and author Taj Ali explores the remarkable history of South Asian resistance in Britain.

Drawing on his acclaimed book Come What May, We’re Here to Stay, Taj uncovers stories of political activism spanning generations, from anti-colonial campaigners and striking seafarers to the grassroots movements that challenged racism in the 1970s and 1980s. He reveals how South Asian communities have fought for rights, dignity and equality while helping to shape modern Britain.

Join us for an insightful talk followed by an audience Q&A, exploring what these histories can teach us about building a fairer future today.

About the author:

Taj Ali is a journalist and historian. He is the former editor of Tribune and regularly appears as a commentator on the BBC, as well as contributing to the Guardian, Al Jazeera English and others. In 2025 he set up Anti-Racist Radar, an organisation that monitors and reports on racist attacks in the UK. For his work on hate crime and Islamophobia he was chosen as a finalist for the 2026 Orwell Prize.

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