Beginner’s Pluck: Black & Irish writer Leon Diop on psychology and community

“I’d love to write a book about the barriers we build, and letting go of the things that hold us back.” 

Leon Diop, founder of Black and Irish. Pic: Stephen Collins/Collins Photos

Born to an Irish mother and Senegalese father, Leon wasn’t a huge reader, but he always loved telling stories.

“I still remember a moment of pride in fourth class when a poem I’d written was read out.”