The Stories We Carry

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.

Event venue & nearby stays

Birch Community Centre, Brighton Grove, Manchester, United Kingdom

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