Poetry, prose and live music in Perth to mark the UN Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Free entry.
About this Event
25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of the UN's 16 Days of Activism. Soroptimist International Perth invites you to mark this with us through an evening of poetry, prose and live music.
Acclaimed novelist Ajay Close will read from her acclaimed Scottish Fiction Book of the Year 2025 novel, What Doesn't K*ll Us, about the Yorkshire Ripper of the 1970s, and Scots-Language poet of the year Jim Mackintosh will perform pieces that speak to our theme. Together, their words lead us from the hard truths of violence against women towards strength, resistance and hope: breaking the silence to end the violence. Musician Liv Dawn, presented by Live Music Now Scotland, opens, frames and closes the evening with live music.
The evening ends with a shared moment of reflection. During the interval, you are invited to add a word, a line, or a pledge to our anonymous reflection wall. Nobody will be put on the spot.
Entry is free, and donations are warmly welcomed. No More is part of the global anti-consumerist, an antidote to Black Friday, and is presented in partnership with Live Music Now Scotland.
Tickets
Free, with donations welcome.
Refreshments
Wine, apple juice and shortbread will be served at the interval only. All proceeds support the evening.
Getting there and accessibility
The main entrance is through the gates at 14 Blackfriars Street, Perth PH1 5NS.
Guests with mobility needs should contact us in advance: with prior arrangement they can use the front door at 5 Atholl Crescent, Perth PH1 5NG. There is no step-free access, but this entrance has only three steps. If you need access assistance, please contact us before the event and we will be happy to assist: [email protected]
Content note
This evening touches on violence against women. Information on support from Women's Aid, RASAC and other partners will be available on the night. Please feel free to step out at any time to best take care of yourself.
Organiser
Soroptimist International Perth is part of a global volunteer movement working to transform the lives of women and girls. You can read more on our website, facebook, or instagram.
Event venue & nearby stays
14 Blackfriars St, 14 Blackfriars Street, Perth, United Kingdom
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