CasildART is excited to invite you to our second session in our gallery talk series, HER TO HER, with award-winning Television Executive, Angela Ferreira, and philanthropist Patricia Hamzahee. Angela and Patricia are co-founders of the charity The Black Funding Network, which provides access to funding for small Black-led organisations to positively impact our community.

Friends, as well as colleagues, throughout their careers, each incredible woman, has committed to ventures dedicated to community, advocacy, and building a better society. Join us to hear their fascinating stories and be part of the conversation. You're sure to learn a thing or two and we hope you'll be inspired along the way. 

ANGELA FERREIRA

Angela Ferreira is an internationally acclaimed television executive with extensive experience in diverse genres, DEI initiatives, and educational roles. She has received numerous awards for her work in the community.

Angela is the DEI Ambassador for Banijay UK, Chair of the Embrace network, and a ‘Create Central Champion’ promoting business, training, and diversity in the West Midlands creative sector. She also serves as a Governor at The BRIT School, is a registered School Speaker, and teaches at the National Film and Television School where she sits on the TV Advisory Panel.

PATRICIA HAMZAHEE

Patricia Hamzahee is an advisor, impact investor, and philanthropist. After nearly 20 years in banking and finance, she now consults with social enterprises to attract private capital and helps responsible investors develop social impact strategies. She advocates for increased funding for diverse start-up founders through Extend Ventures.

As a co-founder of Black Funding Network, Patricia supports Black-led non-profits and promotes collective giving. With GiveBLACK, she commissioned a significant study on Black philanthropy in Britain to boost Black giving. She also serves as a non-executive director of Social Enterprise UK and is on the Investment Committee of Better Society Capital.

Please join us for an evening of good conversation and laughter. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a culture connoisseur, or someone who loves a good story, we’d love to welcome you to our new space.

And, in case you're wondering, men are welcome too.

Tickets are limited, so be sure to secure your spot TODAY!

WHAT YOU CAN ALSO EXPECT:

Enjoy a free glass of prosecco and nibbles.

Mingle and forge new connections with like-minded people.

Find inspiration in the art pieces created by contemporary Black artists.