Black History Month: Tanoh Danso

This week, EEAST BME Network chair Tanoh Danso shares a tribute to his mum.

“I’m only doing what’s best for you.”

A phrase we’ve most likely all heard and some even used! It’s one that easily hits top 3 in the matriarchy that I grew up in. 

When you’re a teenager however, those words simply do not resonate. Looking back at it now, it is one of the biggest reasons to be thankful for my mum.

Every decision my mum made HAD to be calculated. My lived experiences highlighted that when you’re a young black male, negative stereotypical narratives and systemic racism will back you into a corner if you let it. However, every single decision she made for teenage Tanoh, has led me and my brothers to happiness, health and success. 

This is why for black history month, where we #SaluteOurSisters, my mum deserves it in abundance.