UNIA

Definition

The Universal Negro Improvement Association, led by Marcus Garvey, which promoted Black pride, independence and a ‘Back to Africa’ movement.

Used by OCR

Paper 1

Disillusioned by racism and post-war racial violence, he led the Universal Negro Improvement Association, or UNIA. It attracted many lower-income working people and promoted Black pride and independence.
Revise: Intolerance and the Fight for Civil Rights

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GCSE History · key term

The Universal Negro Improvement Association, led by Marcus Garvey, which promoted Black pride, independence and a ‘Back to Africa’ movement.

Used by OCR

Paper 1

Disillusioned by racism and post-war racial violence, he led the Universal Negro Improvement Association, or UNIA. It attracted many lower-income working people and promoted Black pride and independence.
Revise: Intolerance and the Fight for Civil Rights

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