Black History Month is a powerful reminder of the resilience, brilliance, and beauty of Black culture. It's a time for reflection and celebration of the incredible contributions our community has made to the world. For me, it’s a moment to honor the legacy of those who’ve paved the way for us and to remind myself and my family that we come from a rich history of excellence. It’s a time to not only acknowledge our past but to also ignite our future, empowering us to continue creating, innovating, and thriving in all spaces. 

In celebration of Black History Month, we’re offering special lunch menus in our US offices, showcasing delicious African heritage cuisine. Throughout the month, we’ll be running a campaign for employees honoring the achievements of various famous Black icons. We’ll also be hosting fun trivia on our local communications channels with Wise branded prizes for the winners. Moreover, we’ll be offering company wide training sessions for all Wisers on ‘Becoming an Anti-racist Workplace’ this month, curated and co-facilitated with our Black Wisers. 

One of my proudest moments at Wise was attending AfroTech and hearing firsthand from our customers about how Wise has positively impacted them. Working in Customer Support, you often hear about the challenges our customers face, but at AfroTech, I was overwhelmed with stories of how we’re not just solving problems, but truly transforming lives. It was a powerful reminder that the work we do here at Wise has real, tangible effects on people, and that we’re making a difference on a global scale. That moment reaffirmed my pride in being part of a company that’s committed to changing the world for the better.

Allies within the workplace can support our community by actively listening to the stories, experiences, and concerns of Black Wisers and by helping amplify our voices. Too often, the experiences of people of color go unnoticed or unheard—but with the support of Allies, we can create an environment where all voices are truly valued and heard. 

Allies can also play a key role in advocating for greater diversity and inclusion across all teams, ensuring that different perspectives are not just included but also celebrated. By working together, we can drive real, lasting change that fosters equality and opportunity for all.