Inspiring Legacies is a portrait commission by award- winning photographer Misan Harriman that aims to make visible the journeys of pioneering Black British women who have excelled beyond measure, inspired many and left a lasting legacy that builds up those around us.

We look at what Black female leadership once meant and what it means today, the differing types of leadership from the strong Black woman narrative, to the often un-recognised leadership role Black women have played in being of service to others. We celebrate their many ground-breaking inspirational achievements, all whilst paving the way for future generations.

Honouring legacies allows us to consider the paths that paved the way to our present-day successes, whilst inspiring future generations on the possibilities for future leadership.