Refugee Week Exeter Devon 2008

Refugee Week
16 – 22 June 2008

Refugee Week is a UK wide celebration of the huge social, cultural and economic contribution refugees make to the UK and, in our case, to our local communities here in Devon.

Different Pasts, Shared Future

Refugee Week offers people, who might not normally encounter each other in everyday life, the opportunity to share experiences in a creative and inspiring environment. By raising awareness and presenting factual information it is possible to overcome hostilities and encourage greater understanding. Refugee Week is a great opportunity to bring communities together.

Exeter and Devon’s Refugee Week will present a memorable showcase of events hosted by extremely talented groups. Come along and get involved in some way! Most events are free with no booking required unless otherwise stated.

For more information telephone Refugee Support Group Devon on 01392 682185 or send us an email at info@rsgdevon.org.uk

Sunday 15th June
The week kicks off with its annual Football Tournament - a diverse range of local football teams playing for the cup. Bring your family and a picnic for a great morning in the park.. 10-1pm. King George V playing ground, Topsham Road, Exeter

Monday 16th June
Banner Theatre’s Production - “They get free mobiles... don’t they?” Using theatre, film and a rich tapestry of musical styles from rock, rap and reggae to blues, folk and jazz "They get free mobiles...don't they?" highlights the human stories of people who just happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, and cuts through the myths, lies and prejudice surrounding the search for sanctuary in England’s green but sometimes not so pleasant land.. 7.30pm – 9.00pm.Clifford Room, Barnfield Theatre, Barnfield Road, Exeter. Tickets £10.00 ADVANCE BOOKING RECOMMENDED – contact Box Office: 01392 270891

Tuesday 17th June
Cultural Kitchen Lunch Cafe. A feast of traditional foods from the eastern world cooked by members of RSG’s women’s outreach group. Prices will range from £2.50 – £6.00 for lunch.. 12- 2pm. St Sidwells Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter

Tuesday 17th June
“Words of Freedom” - An evening of topical talks with special guest Helen Bamber OBE, co-founding Director of Helen Bamber Foundation, about seeking freedom from Torture and Oppression and how it touches us all.
Helen has worked tirelessly in the human rights field for 60 years helping thousands of survivors worldwide, starting in Belsen after WWII. She was a founder member of Amnesty International and in 1985 established The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture, where she was a guiding light until early 2005. Named European Woman of Achievement in 1993, she was awarded the OBE in 1997 and in the same year also received a lifetime Human Rights Achievement award for her work. 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Music Room, Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter. Suggested Donation £3.00

Wednesday 18th June
“Sounds of Freedom” - World Music Night – An evening of music, songs and poetry celebrating love, freedom and diversity. All performers are donating their time to this celebration.
If you would like to play, perform or read a piece, please get in touch by e-mail info@rsgdevon.org.uk
6.30pm – 9.30pm. Music Room, Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter. Suggested donation £3.00

Thursday 19th June
World at Lunch “Still Human Still Here”. Highlighting the plight of tens of thousands of refused asylum seekers who are being forced into abject poverty in an attempt to drive them out of the country. Bring your lunch and share a discussion about what’s happening in the world with a multi-cultural group.. 12- 1pm. Global Centre, Exeter Community Centre, St Davids Hill, Exeter

Thursday 19th June
Film event – “Grow Your Own” originally made in 2007 for the Family Refugee Support Project based in Liverpool, this is a jolly British film with a good heart. The story revolves around a group of allotment holders who are initially unwelcoming when refugees arrive to tend plots as part of a project.
Starring Benedict Wong, Eddie Marsan and Omid Djalili, 6.30pm. Picture House, Bartholomew Street, Exeter – contact Picture House for ticket price and bookings tel: 0871 704 2057

Friday 20th June
Coffee morning. Come and meet key organisations working with refugees and asylum seekers in Exeter and Devon and find out what is happening locally and nationally. A selection of goods will be on sale highlighting the skills of local refugees.. 10-12pm. St Stephens Church, High Street, Exeter

Saturday 21st June
Gold-dozi Workshop – Come and see this traditional embroidery from Afghanistan, watch the ladies at work, practice some pieces yourself. There will also be a selection of goods to buy. 10-12pm. St Sidwell’s Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter

Saturday 21st June
Multi-faith celebration.– Organised by Exeter Amnesty International Group, the celebration will consist of readings and prayers by representatives from various faith groups in Exeter plus world music and a candle-lighting session. Light refreshments will be available afterwards. All are welcome – please come along. 12.00, Upstairs Chapel, St Sidwells Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter.

Look out for Displays from Refugee Support Group Devon, Amnesty International and the British Red Cross around Devon Libraries, Colleges and other public places (Exeter, Totnes, Tiverton, Barnstaple, Torrington and Sidmouth)


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Home About RSG Services Newsletters Publications Links & information Jobs Volunteering Donations Contact us Related topics Local Publicity for Refugee Week	Refugee Week 16 – 22 June 2008 Refugee Week is a UK wide celebration of the huge social, cultural and economic contribution refugees make to the UK and, in our case, to our local communities here in Devon. *Different Pasts, Shared Future* Refugee Week offers people, who might not normally encounter each other in everyday life, the opportunity to share experiences in a creative and inspiring environment. By raising awareness and presenting factual information it is possible to overcome hostilities and encourage greater understanding. Refugee Week is a great opportunity to bring communities together. Exeter and Devon’s Refugee Week will present a memorable showcase of events hosted by extremely talented groups. Come along and get involved in some way! Most events are free with no booking required unless otherwise stated. For more information telephone Refugee Support Group Devon on 01392 682185 or send us an email at info@rsgdevon.org.uk Sunday 15th June The week kicks off with its annual Football Tournament - a diverse range of local football teams playing for the cup. Bring your family and a picnic for a great morning in the park.. 10-1pm. King George V playing ground, Topsham Road, Exeter Monday 16th June Banner Theatre’s Production - “They get free mobiles... don’t they?” Using theatre, film and a rich tapestry of musical styles from rock, rap and reggae to blues, folk and jazz "They get free mobiles...don't they?" highlights the human stories of people who just happen to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, and cuts through the myths, lies and prejudice surrounding the search for sanctuary in England’s green but sometimes not so pleasant land.. 7.30pm – 9.00pm.Clifford Room, Barnfield Theatre, Barnfield Road, Exeter. Tickets £10.00 ADVANCE BOOKING RECOMMENDED – contact Box Office: 01392 270891 Tuesday 17th June Cultural Kitchen Lunch Cafe. A feast of traditional foods from the eastern world cooked by members of RSG’s women’s outreach group. Prices will range from £2.50 – £6.00 for lunch.. 12- 2pm. St Sidwells Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter Tuesday 17th June “Words of Freedom” - An evening of topical talks with special guest Helen Bamber OBE, co-founding Director of Helen Bamber Foundation, about seeking freedom from Torture and Oppression and how it touches us all. Helen has worked tirelessly in the human rights field for 60 years helping thousands of survivors worldwide, starting in Belsen after WWII. She was a founder member of Amnesty International and in 1985 established The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture, where she was a guiding light until early 2005. Named European Woman of Achievement in 1993, she was awarded the OBE in 1997 and in the same year also received a lifetime Human Rights Achievement award for her work. 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Music Room, Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter. Suggested Donation £3.00 Wednesday 18th June “Sounds of Freedom” - World Music Night – An evening of music, songs and poetry celebrating love, freedom and diversity. All performers are donating their time to this celebration. If you would like to play, perform or read a piece, please get in touch by e-mail info@rsgdevon.org.uk 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Music Room, Exeter Library, Castle Street, Exeter. Suggested donation £3.00 Thursday 19th June World at Lunch “Still Human Still Here”. Highlighting the plight of tens of thousands of refused asylum seekers who are being forced into abject poverty in an attempt to drive them out of the country. Bring your lunch and share a discussion about what’s happening in the world with a multi-cultural group.. 12- 1pm. Global Centre, Exeter Community Centre, St Davids Hill, Exeter Thursday 19th June Film event – “Grow Your Own” originally made in 2007 for the Family Refugee Support Project based in Liverpool, this is a jolly British film with a good heart. The story revolves around a group of allotment holders who are initially unwelcoming when refugees arrive to tend plots as part of a project. Starring Benedict Wong, Eddie Marsan and Omid Djalili, 6.30pm. Picture House, Bartholomew Street, Exeter – contact Picture House for ticket price and bookings tel: 0871 704 2057 Friday 20th June Coffee morning. Come and meet key organisations working with refugees and asylum seekers in Exeter and Devon and find out what is happening locally and nationally. A selection of goods will be on sale highlighting the skills of local refugees.. 10-12pm. St Stephens Church, High Street, Exeter Saturday 21st June Gold-dozi Workshop – Come and see this traditional embroidery from Afghanistan, watch the ladies at work, practice some pieces yourself. There will also be a selection of goods to buy. 10-12pm. St Sidwell’s Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter Saturday 21st June Multi-faith celebration.– Organised by Exeter Amnesty International Group, the celebration will consist of readings and prayers by representatives from various faith groups in Exeter plus world music and a candle-lighting session. Light refreshments will be available afterwards. All are welcome – please come along. 12.00, Upstairs Chapel, St Sidwells Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter. Look out for Displays from Refugee Support Group Devon, Amnesty International and the British Red Cross around Devon Libraries, Colleges and other public places (Exeter, Totnes, Tiverton, Barnstaple, Torrington and Sidmouth)
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