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Visual Verse Check out Nairobi's poetry in video format below. Find more videos on Nairobi's Youtube channel Poetry in Motion Play Video Play Video 02:49 Nairobi Thompson | Defiant Nairobi Thompson is a performance artist with a distinctive style and tone. She writes and shares poetry that inspires, challenges and empathises. She is a versatile talent performing different styles of poetry from traditional rhyme to colourful free verse patois. A prolific writer with a rare ability to capture and entertain the minds and the hearts of her audience Nairobi is a poet of our time. Book PURCHASE Info: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/buy/ Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/2nvENza For more info and bookings, please visit: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/ Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1N5Cooa Twitter: http://bit.ly/1KYgsoH Instagram: http://bit.ly/1JsWrqr The British Blacklist Review: http://bit.ly/2x1DpYU Video credit: SpecialFXMedia@gmail.com Instagram.com/SpecialFXMedia Make-up: Laura Cole Song Credit: Zara McFarlene - Her Eyes Watch this video with Magic Actions for YouTube™ https://www.mycinema.pro/100-top-music-videos.html#yt8Ort17JO8hg Play Video Play Video 04:48 Nairobi Thompson | Windrush Series - The Front Room Nairobi Thompson is a performance artist with a distinctive style and tone. She writes and shares poetry that inspires, challenges and empathises. She is a versatile talent performing different styles of poetry from traditional rhyme to colourful free verse patois. A prolific writer with a rare ability to capture and entertain the minds and the hearts of her audience Nairobi is a poet of our time. Book PURCHASE Info: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/buy/ Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/2nvENza For more info and bookings, please visit: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/ Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1N5Cooa Twitter: http://bit.ly/1KYgsoH Instagram: http://bit.ly/1JsWrqr The British Blacklist Review: http://bit.ly/2x1DpYU Video credit: Instagram.com/SpecialFXMedia SpecialFXMedia@gmail.com Watch this video with Magic Actions for YouTube™ https://www.mycinema.pro/100-top-music-videos.html#ytjKegOJN6GwQ Play Video Play Video 08:32 Nairobi Thompson | Windrush Series - Small Island People The British troopship HMT Empire Windrush anchored at Tilbury Docks, Essex, on 21 June 1948 carrying hundreds of passengers from the Caribbean hoping for a new life in Britain - alongside hundreds from elsewhere. Who were they? Nairobi Thompson presents the story of these 'Small Island People'. Nairobi Thompson is a performance artist with a distinctive style and tone. She writes and shares poetry that inspires, challenges and empathises. She is a versatile talent performing different styles of poetry from traditional rhyme to colourful free verse patois. ''A prolific writer with a rare ability to capture and entertain the minds and the hearts of her audience Nairobi is a poet of our time''. Book PURCHASE Info: Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/2nvENza For more info and bookings, please visit: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/ Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1N5Cooa Twitter: http://bit.ly/1KYgsoH Instagram: http://bit.ly/1JsWrqr Video credit: Email: SpecialFXMedia@gmail.com http://www.Instagram.com/SpecialFXMedia Watch this video with Magic Actions for YouTube™ https://www.mycinema.pro/100-top-music-videos.html#yt7c0PE8mkjJ4 Play Video Play Video 04:30 Nairobi Thompson | Windrush Series - SUNDAY Nairobi Thompson is a performance artist with a distinctive style and tone. She writes and shares poetry that inspires, challenges and empathises. She is a versatile talent performing different styles of poetry from traditional rhyme to colourful free verse patois. A prolific writer with a rare ability to capture and entertain the minds and the hearts of her audience Nairobi is a poet of our time. Book PURCHASE Info: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/buy/ Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/2nvENza For more info and bookings, please visit: http://nairobithompson.co.uk/ Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1N5Cooa Twitter: http://bit.ly/1KYgsoH Instagram: http://bit.ly/1JsWrqr The British Blacklist Review: http://bit.ly/2x1DpYU Video credit: SpecialFXMedia@gmail.com Instagram.com/SpecialFXMedia [Visual Poetry] For more of Nairobi's poetry click the 'More' tab to access the 'Poetry, Resources & Blog' page

Available NOW ... Almost British Her managers treated her like she was an idiot and invisible. They expected her to ignore the unapologetic racial stereotyping, and being passed over for promotion. They expected her to accept the coordinated and relentless persecution—perhaps they thought she was too ordinary, too weak to fight for justice. But they were wrong! She had a voice and an indomitable spirit. More Info There's more Zoom and video services available About Nairobi Nairobi is a writer , poet and workshop facilitator . She is a multifaceted individual who enlightens, challenges and empowers audiences of all ages and backgrounds. From training workshops to performance events Nairobi is a seasoned talent in using her words! Armed with a learning and development background Nairobi delivers impactful messages to achieve desired outcomes. Learn More Nairobi in Action Services Nairobi offers bespoke services for the following categories, click an item to find out more Workshops & Conferences Performances Events Testimonials Descant Deb, The British Blacklist “She is an extraordinary talent which I will most certainly watch and support with interest” Get in touch! Thanks for submitting! Submit

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ALMOST BRITISH Revisted "...I was saddened to read about the differential treatment of a senior Black manager in the Prison Service...Even when we suffer great loss, the fight continues...I think Olivea’s voice needs to be heard. She had to change her name to Nairobi Thompson – just to be heard!" Baroness Lawrence of Claredon See Event Details... Dr Karl George MBE. Thought Leader, International Speaker and author of the RACE "Almost British – Revisited is one of those books that draws you in at the very beginning and compels you to read to the end. I couldn’t put it down...this is essential reading for anyone who needs to understand institutional systems of oppression in the workplace." Nadine White UK’s first Race Correspondent "One of the most important books to be written this century" Arthur Torrington CBE Director, Windrush Foundation "Almost British – Revisited has shown us how racism works with little hindrance in our institutions, and how it still harms and destroys lives...This book should be on every reading list for community advocates, and in every library." Writing An avid writer, Nairobi has produced several publications covering matters close to her heart. Below are her most popular creations including Bayonets, Mangoes And Beads - an academically endorsed book (available NOW from Amazon) Bayonets, Mangoes and Beads African diasporic voices of WWI and WWII ​Bayonets, Mangoes and Beads is a unique, academic collection of work heralding the untold stories of Commonwealth soldiers from Africa and the Caribbean. Get it from Amazon Remembered In Memoriam An anthology of African & Caribbean experiences WWI & WWII Collated and edited by Dr Jak Beula and Nairobi Thompson. Available at http://acmemorial.org/ and http://nubianjak.org/ Journey of Love Chapbook A memoir of poems that take you through a roller-coaster of emotion about the journey of love Available at Nairobi's events or request a copy via contact form After Windrush Chapbook A collection of poems reflecting African Caribbean people in Britain Available at Nairobi's events or request a copy via contact form

Buy Now eBook Version is also Available on Amazon 'Almost British - Revisited' by Nairobi Thompson My Story I am immensely proud of what I have achieved in writing my story. I wouldn't wish what happened to me on anyone. I was racially abused at work and when I found the courage to complain about it, I was punished, then the bullying and unequal treatment became relentless. There were days I thought I wouldn't make it. Writing 'Almost British' wasn't an easy thing to do, but it was necessary to expose insidious racism in the Civil Service. I hope my story helps those who are suffering and encourages others to speak up . The more we shine a light on the injustices, the harder it will be for them to deny us equality! ​ "I am an endangered species, but I sing no victim song..." Dianne Reeves In The Press “…I couldn’t put it down... this is essential reading… to understand institutional systems of oppression in the workplace." ​ Dr Karl George MBE. Thought Leader, International Speaker and author of the RACE Equality Code Book Signing

We Are Coming SOON Who I am ​Nairobi is a writer, poet and workshop facilitator. She is a multifaceted individual who enlightens, challenges and empowers audiences of all ages and backgrounds. From training workshops to performance events Nairobi is a seasoned talent in using her words! Armed with a learning and development background Nairobi delivers impactful messages to achieve desired outcomes. Get On The List Sign up to receive the first word when we go live. First Name Last Name Email Subscribe Thanks for submitting!

Almost British Book Signing Meet Nairobi IN-PERSON Saturday 5 November 5-7pm ​ WASP Centre, 161 Clapham Manor St, London SW4 6DB FREE Tickets on Eventbrite Book early - limited seating ​ AN EVENING WITH NAIROBI THOMPSON Tickets, Sat 5 Nov 2022 at 17:00 | Eventbrite

About Nairobi A writer, poet and learning and development specialist, Nairobi is a versatile communicator and facilitator with a rare ability to challenge and entertain professional and artistic audiences. ​ When asked to describe herself and what she does Nairobi often quotes Chaka Khan’s classic ‘I’m Every Woman – It’s All in Me!’ Refusing to be typecast as just a poet or a trainer she says she simply likes to write, share and help others. ​ With over 30 years of experience as a learning and development specialist Nairobi’s craft began with management and training design for senior leadership, mentoring and coaching. She is an Institute of Leadership and Management Qualified Executive Coach and Mentor, with a Masters degree in training and performance management . Nairobi also specialises in psychosocial (or personal) coaching as an integral part of leadership, business and career coaching for people who may have experienced disadvantage within their organisations, to build their confidence and enhance self-esteem. Alongside this, her sound Equalities background has also seen her work on national government projects to improve underrepresentation of groups with protected characteristics. Inspired by her professional and personal life experiences Nairobi further developed her craft to include: writing, poetry, event hosting and film making WRITER A published academic and creative writer, Nairobi has produced several publications - most notably her academically endorsed book 'Bayonets, Mangoes And Beads' representing the lost African and Diasporic voices of WWI and WWII through poetry. A prolific writer, Nairobi has also written a series of 5 original shows entitled 'An Evening with Nairobi...' where she explores various themes using different styles of poetry and performs these herself. Currently, she holds the following positions: BBC Regional Poet , Poet in Residence for The Windrush Foundation , and Poet in Residence for The Equiano Society . ​ POET Nairobi is a dynamic poet performing different styles of poetry from traditional rhyme to colourful blank verse in patois. She has had the privilege of writing and performing moving pieces for Baroness Doreen Lawrence , Carmen Munroe MBE , Lord Ouseley , Baroness Howells , and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan. She has featured as a poet in the documentary film ‘Looking for Love’ by award winning film director and producer, Menelik Shabazz. ​ Nairobi also worked with award winning film-maker and director Souleyman Garcia to produce 3 short films showcasing her poetry. WORKSHOP FACILITATOR Additionally, as an academic, and a learning and development specialist, Nairobi has over 30 years of developing and delivering the following: UK and International Senior Leadership programmes Anti-racist resources Mental health and wellbeing initiatives Trauma Informed Practice.

Events Event hosting Nairobi is a sought after event host because of her ability to relate to and interact with audiences. Her broad repertoire of poems ensure that she has something suitable for most occasions including: Birthdays , graduations and family gatherings . She will recite poems to empower and motivate; poems to make you laugh out loud; and if the setting is right...her romantic poetry will leave you breathless! Personalised services If that's not enough, you can commission Nairobi to personalise poetry just for you! Or why not request a personal signed copy of any of Nairobi's publications (payment and order fees still applicable) ​ For any and all other personal requests please submit an enquiry via the contact form. Get in touch here Upcoming Events An Evening with Nairobi Thompson 03 Dec, 17:00 – 19:00 GMT BLACK CULTURAL ARCHIVES, 1, Windrush Square, London SW2 1EF, UK Nairobi is a performance poet and an all-around talent, performing different styles of poetry from traditional rhyme to colourful patois. Get Tickets

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