Are you a Swan resident, under 16 years old and interested in drawing, painting or photography?

Why not enter our competition and send us a picture that shows what Black History Month means to you.

A selection of the best entries will be displayed in one of our reception areas and the winner will receive a £50 WH Smith voucher.

Entries should be sent to Samantha Sizeland at Swan Housing Association, 10 Chrisp Street, London E14 6LL by Monday the 24th of October. Please include your name, age, address and telephone number with your entry.

Digital entries (Photos, Montages and Digital Art) Can be sent by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it but remember to include your name, age, address and telephone number.

October was first celebrated as Black History Month in the United Kingdom in 1987. It soon became a regular feature in cultural calendars around the country, providing a wonderful opportunity to celebrate diversity and the contributions of black men and women to British society. The key aim is still to promote knowledge of black history, experience and cultural heritage.

You can find more information about Black History Month and related events at www.black-history-month.co.uk