Brown C (2026) Christopher Columbus Syndrome. Left Cultures: A Lexicon of Stories Past and Present (5). Left Cultures, Lithuania, pp. 44-45. ISBN 978-1739628574
Gabi, J., Miller, D., Brown, C., Warner, D., & Davis, S. (2026). Unruly legacies: Black male academics’ survivance, embodied refusal as praxis and pedagogical imaginaries in the UK higher education. Equity in Education & Society, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/27526461261437370
Miller, Denise A , Brown, Charmaine, Essex, Ryan (2023), The psychosocial costs of racism to White staff members of an ethnically diverse, post-92 university. London Review of Education, 21: 39 (1) . pp. 1-14 ISSN: 1474-8479 (Print), 1474-8460 (Online) (doi: https://doi.org/10.14324/LRE.21.1.39).
Brown, Charmaine (2023), Marcus Mosiah Garvey. In: Phil Wrigglesworth, Colum Leith (eds.), Left Cultures: A Lexicon of stories past and present. KOPA, Lithuania , 2 (2nd) . pp. 60-61 . ISBN: 9781739628512 (doi: https://leftcultures.com/products/issue-02).
Brown, Charmaine (2012) Friend or foe! The professionalisation agenda: Teacher educators in The Lifelong Learning Sector (LLS). Compass: The Journal of Learning and Teaching at the University of Greenwich, 3 (4). pp. 1-6. ISSN 2044-0073 (Print), 2044-0081 (Online) (doi: https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v3i4.59)
Brown, Charmaine (2024), Review of further education teachers’ attitudes, intentions and behaviours in response to the ‘Professionalisation Agenda’ UK. In: Review of Further Education teachers’ attitudes, intentions and behaviours in response to the ‘Professionalisation Agenda’ UK. In 5th Global Conference on Education and Research (GLOCER) 2024., 16th -19th December 2024, University of South Florida, Florida, USA (doi: https://glocer.org).
Brown, Charmaine (2012) Friend or foe! The professionalisation agenda: Teacher educators in The Lifelong Learning Sector (LLS). Compass: The Journal of Learning and Teaching at the University of Greenwich, 3 (4). pp. 1-6. ISSN 2044-0073 (Print), 2044-0081 (Online) (doi:https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v3i4.59)
National Youth Theatre; gentrification of Peckham walking tour (6th March 2023) credit: Naila Barrett
Gentrification and African Presence in Peckham (GAPP™) walking tour highlights the spaces occupied by the Caribbean community, 1960 – 1990. The pinnacle of the walking tour contextualises the significant educational, recreational and cultural spaces which shaped Peckham’s social, cultural, political and economic history over a defined period. Each Caribbean heritage landmark illuminates the entwined history and impact on the economic, social and cultural capital of Peckham.
The GAPP™ walk is conducted by founder and CEO Dr Charmaine Brown and lasts for about 1.5 hours.
Photo taken by Arizona McGhie – Open House (2026) Photo taken by Julia Honess, Copleston (2026)
“I came to live in Peckham with my family in 1964. The walk was captivating and well structured. I found it extremely interesting, and I am now fully aware of the evolving history of Peckham. The pace of the walk was comfortable and easy; Charmaine took people’s needs into consideration. For me, it was evident that the fundamental changes of shops and night clubs, had become in line with changes within the community. In particular for me, Charmain’s delivery of the history behind the Book Place 13 Peckham High Street a community bookshop – selling black literature and topical interests, offering resources to a variety of people in the community/schools. The nugget for me was mention of Robert Mugabe’s visit to Peckham I wasn’t aware of that until 15th April during the walk. I would highly recommend individuals to join one of these walks if and when the opportunity arises.”
– Jessie, former Peckham resident
“At Copleston we are always delighted to partner with GAPP. With a long-standing presence in the local community, their work compliments our vision to create inclusive communities which embrace too often overlooked histories and voices of the area. We are pleased to have collaborated with GAPP on walks curated with Dr. Brown’s knowledge and insights as both an academic and long-standing Peckham resident. Her walks address the effects of regeneration and gentrification on the area, getting into the nooks and crannies of its rich African and Caribbean history, the invaluable contributions of these communities, their staying power and displacement. These walks are participatory and informative and make a vital contribution to ensuring this part of the neighbourhood’s history is not lost.”
– Julia, Director, Copleston centre
“I’ve lived in the area for 30 years and have seen the changes – some for better and some worse! Charmaine’s walk provided a great testament of the African and Caribbean presence in the area – from pioneers to present. Personally, I loved being reminded of the two Caribbean women who ran the fabric shop that used to be on the parade of shops that now includes a burger chain, and a natural wine bar”
– Jules, Peckham resident
“I had the pleasure of attending Dr. Brown’s walking tour in April. It was one of the most interesting and enjoyable experiences I’ve had in a long time. I never realised just how much I didn’t know about the area I’ve lived in for over 40 years! It was a wonderful and healthy way to explore the neighbourhood while learning about its rich and vibrant history.”
– Avril, Peckham resident
“What I loved most was how the walk truly opened my eyes to details, is usually walk straight past. It forces you to look notice the architecture and understand the stories behind the local landmarks and businesses. Whether you are lifelong Londoners or a first-time visitor, this tour is an absolute must, it is far more than a history lesson. Hopefully there will be more walk like this.”
– Yvonne, Southwark resident
“I really loved the interesting walk you did earlier this year. It was a real eye opener all the lovely sites and sounds around us, ‘Mr B’s, Jones and Higgins and all the famous stores like Marks & Spencer’s, C&A, the schools where our kid attended brought back memories of our Peckham, ‘Only Fools and Horses’ and the Walmer Castle pub. Even Bellenden Road gave us an insight into the former shoe shop which is now a pharmacy and where Channel4 ‘Desmond’s’ was filmed. At the end we concluded with the walk, the West Indian lunch at the Copleston centre and a debrief by Charmaine. It was a lovely day and I would be happy to repeat it. Thank you!” – Gloria, Peckham resident.
“A walking tour with Charmaine Brown is a delightful and hugely informative experience. Charmaine has a rich and deep knowledge of the history and development of the black community in Peckham, with plenty of fascinating and often humorous personal stories about the people, organisations and buildings that featured large in previous years. Charmaine’s tours are like taking part in a vibrant dinner party conversation in which everyone is encouraged to chip in with their own knowledge and experience, and you will come away with much more than new knowledge and information – you will have a valuable insight into a vibrant culture that defied the forces of oppression and discrimination and was instrumental in creating the diverse and thriving community that is Peckham today. “
– Edward, Vicar – Copleston church
” I really enjoyed the walk and found it very informative. There are parts of Peckham that I had become used to just walking past. Finding out some of the history about the buildings we passed and the events that happened in them showed how resourceful people of color could be. It was wonderful to be reminded of the community that supported one another and provided places of refuge for our young people.”
– Marjorie, Southwark resident
“The Gentrification and African Presence in Peckham (GAPP) Walking Tour last Friday 24 April. It was beautiful weather and we had a really great set of conversations under the leadership of GAPP CEO and tour guide Charmaine!”
– Dom, Academic, London
“A great walk today – Sorry I couldn’t stay to the end. I loved it but a bit far for me. I thought your information was really interesting and I learned a lot!”
– Jude, UA3, London
“Thank you so much for such an eye-opening Caribbean heritage walk around Peckham! The tour gave me a completely fresh perspective on the area. Learning about the neighborhood’s history—from the local music clubs and the traditional herb shop in the market, to unexpected local stories like President Mugabe’s visit—really brought the streets to life. Having that background context makes the area make so much more sense now, and I find myself looking at Peckham with entirely different eyes. Your point about how much of South London’s Caribbean diaspora history has never been formally archived or recorded in the mainstream press was especially resonant. Because so much of this local history relies on oral accounts and community memory, preserving the stories of the community, local clubs, and institutions is invaluable. I’m so glad to hear you are working on a book to document it all. Thank you also for all the fantastic local restaurant recommendations! It was wonderful sharing your knowledge, passion, and dedication with us. It was a fantastic experience!” – Miriam – Open House Festival participant, London
Gordon of Saint Thomas and Martin, Saint Mary, Jamaica
Bennett of Comsee and Martin, Saint Mary Jamaica
Ellis of Braeton, Salt Pond Road, Saint Catherine, Jamaica
Dobson of Paynes Town, Newmarket, Saint Elizabeth and Westmoreland, Jamaica
Morrison/Brown & Smart/Barrett of Duanvale, Trelawny, Jamaica
Family Reunion: 2023 – 2026
Credit: Alex Campbell
Descendants of Brown/Davidson, Rosemount, Saint Mary, Jamaica @ Dulwich Park, College Road, London, SE21 7BQ
2024
Brown, Charmaine (2024), A child’s story: perspectives and experiences of a Windrush generation. In: Beryl’s and Hubert’s stories: Journeys of a lifetime – From JA to UK, 19th May, 2024, All Nations Church, RCGG Clays Lane Christian Centre, London .
Gabi, J., Miller, D., Brown, C., Warner, D., & Davis, S. (2026). Unruly legacies: Black male academics’ survivance, embodied refusal as praxis and pedagogical imaginaries in the UK higher education. Equity in Education & Society, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/27526461261437370
Brown, Charmaine , Miller, Denise A., Gabi, Josephine (2024), Racially Minoritised Academics (RMAs) hierarchy of needs in UK universities. In: 5th Global Conference on Education and Research (GLOCER 2024), University of South Florida M3 Center (USF), 16th – 19th December 2024, Sarasota, FL, USA, and online (GLOCER conference 2024) (doi: https://glocer.org/).
2023
Miller, Denise A , Brown, Charmaine, Essex, Ryan (2023), The psychosocial costs of racism to White staff members of an ethnically diverse, post-92 university. London Review of Education, 21: 39 (1) . pp. 1-14 ISSN: 1474-8479 (Print), 1474-8460 (Online) (doi: https://doi.org/10.14324/LRE.21.1.39).
Brown, Charmaine (2023), Marcus Mosiah Garvey. In: Phil Wrigglesworth, Colum Leith (eds.), Left Cultures: A Lexicon of stories past and present. KOPA, Lithuania , 2 (2nd) . pp. 60-61 . ISBN: 9781739628512 (doi: https://leftcultures.com/products/issue-02).
Miller, Denise A and Brown, Charmaine (2022), Prejudice, discrimination and racism in HE. In: Prejudice, Discrimination and Racism in HE, 16th December 2022, Cardiff Metropolitan University.
1. Rights in Focus conference programme listing my lecture/walking tour2. Gone too Far [GTF] Programme with me in credits Click on the images to download the programmes
2026
Brown, Charmaine (2026), A Walk From Time: (GAPP™) Peckham walking tour with Copleston Centre
Brown, Charmaine (2026) Thinking Through Infrastructure Network podcast – Gentrification and African Presence in Peckham or GAPP™ walking tour audio recording: Apple, Spotify, Soundcloud
2025
Brown, Charmaine (2025), Community voices: ‘From Time’. In: Institute for Lifecourse Development Early Career Academic conference 2025: “Supporting and developing ECAs”, 30th June, 2025, University of Greenwich, London . pp. 17-17 (doi: https://www.gre.ac.uk/institute-lifecourse-development).
Brown, Charmaine , Colquhoun, Caitlin, Joubert, Pearlie, Aylesham Community Action [Peckham] , Reclaim the City [Cape Town] , Black History Walks [London] (2025), Land for people not for profit from Cape Town to Peckham. In: Aylesham Community Action: Fundraiser Screening of “Mother City, a Documentary”, 24th September 2025, Prince of Peckham (pub), and Southwark Law Centre, London
Brown, Charmaine (2025), Community activism: the Rye Lane Campaign 2012. In: Black History Walks: “Community Activism – The Rye Lane Campaign 2012”, 22nd July 2025, Prince of Peckham University
Brown, Charmaine (2024), Heritage, urban regeneration and gentrification: Heritage and gentrification revisited – Who wins and Who loses!. In: Heritage and gentrification revisited – Who wins and Who loses!, 25th June, 2024, University of Greenwich .
Brown, Charmaine (2024), Liveable cities: the gentrification of Peckham and Black urban removal worldwide. In: AMPS: Liveable Cities London, 26th – 28th June, 2024, City, University of London (doi: https://amps-research.com/conference/livable-cities-london/).
Brown, Charmaine (2023), Prompts & Logistics: Black Love and/In the City. 1st November 2023 – Syracuse University, Faraday House, 48 Old Gloucester St, London WC1N 3AE
Brown, Charmaine (2023) Rights in Focus – Gentrification of Peckham and Black urban removal worldwide. In: Rights in Focus – ‘Gentrification of Peckham and Black Urban removal worldwide’ lecture and a walking tour of Peckham focusing on this work., 21st – 22nd April 2023, UAL Camberwell College of Art and South London Gallery, London.
Brown, Charmaine (2023), Keynote Address. Heritage and gentrification: who wins, who loses?. In: Heritage and Gentrification: Who wins, Who loses? Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) Day Conference, 3rd October 2023, Royal College of Physicians, London .
