A panel discussion around the book Resist: Stories of Uprising, (Comma Press) charting two thousand years of British resistance. Focussed on women’s rebellion through the ages, filmmaker and journalist Bidisha will discuss her story based on Boudica’s Rising (60AD) alongside author Zoe Lambert and historical consultant Jo Blackman, on their writing inspired by The Seeds of Hope protest (1996). Booking…
South Yorkshire Migration and Asylum Action Group (SYMAAG) holds its Annual General Meeting via Zoom. An important opportunity to take stock, plan and organise for the future, especially in the absence of face to face meetings and events. Despite the pandemic SYMAAG have been as active as ever working alongside people who are subject to the “hostile environment”. Guest speakers…
Historian David Price traces Sheffield’s long history of radicalism, free-thinking and the important role the city played on the national stage. Full of free thinkers and colourful characters, this is a story of dissenting middle classes, independent-minded artisans, championship of the weak, and an unwillingness to be pushed around. David is the author of Sheffield Troublemakers: Rebels and Radicals in…
Yorkshire & the Humber Green Party welcomes members to a conference which will include a short film about Doughnut Economics, presentations speakers, and a panel discussion, including Molly Scott Cato and Mark Dooris. Organised by York Green Party as part of York Environment Week 2020. What is “The Doughnut” – and why is it being hailed as a healthy choice…
Comics may be typically associated with childhood and funny stories, but it’s a form that has been tackling big themes and serious topics for a very long time. Because so many people assume that comics are only for children, creators have learned how to use this to their advantage, making comics that dare to say bold, incendiary, and sometimes dangerous,…
Dr David Clarke explores two legendary heroes from Sheffield’s folklore: Saxon Earl Waltheof, and Robin of Loxley, and how they continue to inspire us today. Booking in advance on Eventbrite. Part of Sheffield Libraries “Rebels” season. Sheffield has always had a reputation for being a little bit rebellious, from Saxon revolutionaries to radical Chartists, militant Trade Unionists to environmental campaigners.…
