Overview
GMECN x MBME Network have curated spotlighting everyday black people, communities & legacies.
Join us for a free event spotlighting the stories of black people in our everyday life, as part of GMECN's x Manchester BME Network's Black History Contribution.
- Author & Curator Tony Fairweather talks about the Windrush generation & showcases the Windrush Living Room & discusses his book, Twenty Eight Pounds & 10 Shillings: A Windrush Story.
- Poet & Film Maker Nathaniel Richards talk & screening of his love letter to black women of Manchester in Ode to Black Women.
- Hosted by Aba Graham Director of GMECN & Founder of SREP.
- Food & Drink by Sheetal & Gladys Kitchen Service with halal, vegan & gluten free small plates
- Raffle with Prizes supporting the work of Rafiki Cultural Food Network, that helps distribute of culturally appropriate food to global majority communities.
- Group discussion & activity spotlighting black people who have made a difference in our lives.
PLEASE NOTE: We have curated & funded this event to remove financial barriers for communities. If you can no longer attend please cancel your place to support our work. Thank you for understanding.
Line-up
Tony Fairweather
Author & Curator
Nathaniel Richards
Poet & Film Maker
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Highlights
- 2 hours 30 minutes
- under 18 with parent or legal guardian
- In-person
- Free parking
- Doors at 4:30 PM
Refund Policy
No refunds
Location
Birch Community Centre
Brighton Grove
Manchester M14 5JT
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