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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D8611/1/12
TitleVenetia Small - NLL Derby OH Interview - Full Audio
Date23 Jul 2025
DescriptionBiographical History:

Veneita Small, born 1989 is a resident of Derby with academic qualifications in Early Childhood Studies and Education. She is a mother of two children, and has a professional background in childcare and education. Her upbringing was shaped by Jamaican heritage and a strong sense of community and family.

Scope and Content:

The interview explores Veneita Small’s reflections on childhood, education, motherhood, and community life in Derby. Topics include her academic journey, the influence of her parents in shaping her artistic and musical interests, and her evolving thoughts on parenting. She discusses the challenges and joys of raising children while maintaining a career, the importance of familial and community support, and her cultural heritage. Anecdotes highlight bonding moments with her children, routines involving music and nursery skills, and her views on Derby’s development and support networks. The interview concludes with her thoughts on the Derby Lullaby project and a message to future generations.
LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
Archive CreatorMurmuration Arts CIC
Access CategoryOPEN
Privacy NoticeData Subjects in Archives Privacy Notice
FormatDigital
DimensionsLength: 52 minutes 10 seconds.
Related MaterialSee D8611/2/12 for summary sheet.
TermOral history
Sound recordings
Parent child relationship
Parent attitudes
Parent role
Family
Family environment
Family relationships
Cultural heritage
Places
Place (click for further details)Type
Derby 
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