N.C.A.D.C NORTH WEST EVENTS:

[michele cryer]

New events since the last NCADC North West News & Events :


Thursday 9th November - 6pm
Karim Family Campaign Public Meeting
Christ Church, Carr Road, Nelson, Lancashire
The local MP, Councillors, pupils from Fishermore, church parisherners and members of the local community will all be there, plus the Karim family and Father Chris. We are to hand in the collated large petition which has been collected locally to Gordon Prentice MP for Pendle, and the local press will be in attendance.
Contact : [e-mail]

Friday 10th November - 8pm to late
Social and Cabaret in aid of the Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit
Irish Association Social Club, 17 High Lane (1st floor), Chorlton, Manchester
A bit of singing and dancing - and some poetry
With DJ Tej, music from Zadita and Serafim Bernardo - and lots more!
Tickets; £5 (£4 concessions)
Unfortunately this venue does not have wheelchair access. If you would like to arrange help or have other enquiries please call
The GMIAU offers legal advice to asylum seekers and others subject to immigration laws. The proceeds from this social will go towards providing advice and representation to vulnerable people who cannot access legal aid.
Contact : 0161 881 9016

Saturday 11th November - 1pm to 4 pm
Solidarity Social - Bury Committee in Solidarity with REFUGEES
The Mosses Centre, Cecil Street (Near Asda), Bury Town Centre
Food, Bingo & Prizes, Children's Fun & Games, Music. All Welcome.

Saturday 11th November - 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Stockton Monthly Vigil
St. Mary's RC Church, Major Street, Stockton
We welcome people of all faiths and those of none. These vigils bring us together to reflect on the suffering of people seeking asylum in our communities and to remember those who have been taken from us by forced removal from the UK. At November's vigil we welcome 2 women who will speak about their battle to protect their children - one from FGM and the other from conscription as a child soldier.
Contact Catherine Ramos for further details: 07940666906

Monday 13th November - 7pm
Sheffield Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers Planning Meeting
REEP, Alpha House, Carver Street, Sheffield
Including planning of the "Voices in Exile" public meeting. If you would like more information or require copies of the leaflet on "Voices in Exile" please contact Sue on 2551564.
Contact Sheffield Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers on 07913 701740 or [e-mail]

Monday 13th November
Channel M programme about destitution and other injustice asylum seekers
Local Manchester campaigners Mark Krantz, Tony Openshaw and Mansoor Hassan are on discussion panel
The programme can also be viewed on 203 on Sky. More info : www.channelm.co.uk/tuningin.html
Mansoor Hassan Family Campaign : www.ncadc.org.uk/archives/filed%20newszines/oldnewszines/newsz ine52/mansoor.html

Tuesday 14th November - 7.30pm
THEATRE - Where is Home?
Robert Powell Theatre, Allerton Building, Frederick Rd Campus, University of Salford, M5 4WT
Happy BirthdayÅ .. You're 18Å . Time to go home
Tickets £5/£4 Ticket Office: 0161 295 5223

Tuesday 14th November - 10am to 5pm
EXHIBITION - Refuge: Testimonies of a Lost Home
Contact Theatre, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6JA
Shisha in partnership with Gallery Oldham presents Yasmin Yaqub's multi-media exhibition exploring the concept of home and the experience of political migration. Entrance : FREE
Admission FREE Ticket Office/ Info: 0161 274 060

Wednesday 15th November - 5pm
Tyneside Community Action for Refugees (TCAR) Banner Making (5pm) + Planning Meeting (7pm)
Amnesty bookshop, Westgate Road, Newcastle
We will be making the banner for the 18th November demonstration. It will say: "Stop Locking Up Children: Refugees are People Too". Can you help organise the demonstration? We need people to be stewards, to speak on the megaphone, to hand out leaflets, to organise street theatre or music. Please come to the TCAR meeting and bring your ideas. If you can't come, email TCAR with your ideas. Contact : [e-mail]


Wednesday 15th November - 10am to 5pm
EXHIBITION - Refuge: Testimonies of a Lost Home
Contact Theatre, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6JA
Shisha in partnership with Gallery Oldham presents Yasmin Yaqub's multi-media exhibition exploring the concept of home and the experience of political migration. Entrance : FREE
Admission FREE Ticket Office/ Info: 0161 274 060

Thursday 16th November - 10am to 5pm
EXHIBITION - Refuge: Testimonies of a Lost Home
Contact Theatre, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6JA
Shisha in partnership with Gallery Oldham presents Yasmin Yaqub's multi-media exhibition exploring the concept of home and the experience of political migration. Entrance : FREE
Admission FREE Ticket Office/ Info: 0161 274 060

Thursday 16th November - 7.30pm
THEATRE - Crocodile Seeking Refuge
Royal Exchange Theatre, St Anns Square, Manchester, M2 7DH
IceandFire and the Royal Exchange Theatre presents Crocodile Seeking Refuge by Sonja Linden, Directed by Sarah Esdaile
The story of a British asylum lawyer, Harriet, whose commitment to her clients places an increasing strain on her marriage. Woven around the central storyline are the stories of 5 individuals who have sought asylum in the UK, based on the real life stories of asylum seekers. Tickets: £9/£6 Ticket Office: 0161 833 9833

Friday 17th November - 8pm
Where is Home?
Contact Theatre, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6JA
Happy BirthdayÅ .. You're 18Å . Time to go home
Tickets: £10/£6 Ticket Office: 0161 274 0600

Friday 17th November - 7.30pm
THEATRE - Crocodile Seeking Refuge
Royal Exchange Theatre, St Anns Square, Manchester, M2 7DH
IceandFire and the Royal Exchange Theatre presents Crocodile Seeking Refuge by Sonja Linden, Directed by Sarah Esdaile
The story of a British asylum lawyer, Harriet, whose commitment to her clients places an increasing strain on her marriage. Woven around the central storyline are the stories of 5 individuals who have sought asylum in the UK, based on the real life stories of asylum seekers. Tickets: £9/£6 Ticket Office: 0161 833 9833

Saturday 18th November - 11am to1pm
Tyneside Community Action for Refugees (TCAR) demonstration
Monument in Newcastle
Contact : [e-mail]

Saturday 18th November - 1pm to 4pm
Public Meeting : "VOICES IN EXILE"
Quaker Meeting House, St James Street, Sheffield (near Sheffield Cathedral)
Where do people come from?
What is happening in their home countries to force them to leave?
Why do people come to Sheffield?
Sheffield is home to refugees and asylum seekers who have fled war and oppression across the globe. Hear their testimonies of struggle and hope at this special event hosted by Sheffield Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers.
Supported by Northern Refugee Centre, the Conversation Club and ASSIST.
Admission: Free. Refreshments provided
Contact Sheffield Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers on 07913 701740 or [e-mail]

Saturday 18th November - 1pm to 5pm (refreshments from noon)
No One Is Illegal National Getogether
Cross Street Chapel, Cross Street, Manchester M2 1NL
No One Is Illegal meets twice yearly to discuss our political activities. The meetings are open to all those who agree in principle with our No Borders manifesto (available from our website HYPERLINK "http://www.noii.org.uk" www.noii.org.uk ). We encourage members of No Border groups to come - along with anyone else who want to work with us. We are the only national grouping with the distinct political perspective of opposition to all controls. We are hoping at this meeting to concentrate on two central issues. The first is the proposed amnesties that are being proposed from different quarters. What should our position be to these? Second is the national trade union conference being organised by No One Is Illegal in Liverpool on March 24th 2007. This is based on our pamphlet Workers Control Not immigration Controls - which can also be found on our website. We are presently seeking sponsorship of the conference from trade union bodies. In addition to these issues then of course the meeting is there for people to raise other matters. Full disability access. Please arrive so we can start on time ! DIRECTIONS. Cross St Chapel is on Cross St is in the city centre (opposite St Anne's Square/St Anne St - a short walk from the Town Hall or Victoria Station, 15 minutes from Piccadilly, side street parking). Cross Street is a continuation of Corporation Street.

You do not have to book in advance. But it would help if you told us you are coming.
Contact [e-mail]

Saturday 18th November - 8pm
THEATRE - Crocodile Seeking Refuge
Royal Exchange Theatre, St Anns Square, Manchester, M2 7DH
IceandFire and the Royal Exchange Theatre presents Crocodile Seeking Refuge by Sonja Linden, Directed by Sarah Esdaile. The story of a British asylum lawyer, Harriet, whose commitment to her clients places an increasing strain on her marriage. Woven around the central storyline are the stories of 5 individuals who have sought asylum in the UK, based on the real life stories of asylum seekers. Tickets: £9/£6 Ticket Office: 0161 833 9833

Saturday 18th November - 7.30pm
THEATRE - Exodus Sparks
Contact Theatre, Oxford Rd, Manchester, M15 6JA
Community Arts North West, North West Playwrights and Contact presents - Exodus Sparks, a compilation of new writing, spoken word, ideas and passion brought to us, through the many tongues of performers and writers from Greater Manchester's diverse refugee communities. This showcase event gives refugee writers and performers the opportunity to try out their ideas, with a view to future development. Tickets: £7 / £4 Ticket Office: 0161 274 0600

Monday 20th November - 6.30pm
Refugee Theatre Company Launch
Royal Exchange Studio, St Anns Square, Manchester, M2 7DH
Regular theatre group for refugees and asylum seekers aged 16+ launches - free weekly sessions, every Monday. Come to the first open meeting - free

Weds 22 November, 7.30pm
THEATRE - Young Refugees Participatory Theatre Project
Royal Exchange Studio, St Anns Square, Manchester, M2 7DH
Royal Exchange Theatre and 42nd Street presents a one-act play devised by the company of young refugees who have been participating in the project once a week for over 10 weeks.
Tickets: £2 Ticket Office: 0161 833 9833

Thursday 23rd November - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Manchester Refugee Support Group Launch of QASRO
Friends Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester M2 5NS
QASRO is a tool to improve all aspects of running a refugee organisation for refugee groups and those that support them. QASRO has been developed by and for refugee organisations to help strengthen their services and management. Find out more about QASRO "Quality assurance systems for refugee organisations" at the launch : there will be briefings and practical exercises to provide a taster of how to use QASRO. The launch will be particularly relevant to all refugee-led organisations and second tier support agencies but anyone interested in Quality Systems is very welcome. Places are limited, so book your place now by completing and returning the enclosed booking form. For any further information contact Rachel Laurence at MRSN on 0161 232 7420 or email [e-mail]

Thursday 23rd November - 7.30pm
MUSIC - ThaTha
John Thaw Studio, Bridgeford Street, University of Manchester, M13 9PL
Sabela Music Projects presents Siyaya from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. "Their jubilant enthusiasm is infectious, and, by the end, this crowd is cheering for an encore" Metro ****. Fresh from Africa, colourful, climactic, and bursting at the seams with energy, a spectacular celebration of song, dance and life in Africa. . Previous appearances include at Womad, Glastonbury, Edinburgh Fringe & throughout Europe.
Tickets: £5/£3 Ticket Office: 0161 275 8951

Friday 24th November - 7.30pm
THEATRE (with music) - A Letter From Home
John Thaw Studio, Bridgeford Street, University of Manchester, M13 9PL
Britannia Rumba, Community Arts North West and In Place of War presents a new production featuring the real stories of the Congolese community of Manchester. It explores the issues of conflict, immigration, corruption and refugee identity, through narrative, testimony, dance and live music. Artists include Jean Azip from music group Britannia Rumba and Congolese writer Frederick Yamusangie. Tickets: £5/£3 Ticket Office: 0161 275 8951

Saturday 25th November - 10am to 3.30pm
Share your views and experiences of the Immigration Service in Greater Manchester

Longsight Library, Manchester
The Refugee and Migrants' Forum would like to hear about your experiences and views of the Immigration Service at Dallas Court Reporting Centre. We will collect your experiences of some of the below issues through two discussion groups:
* Reporting procedures and problems
* Conduct of reporting centre staff and Immigration Officers
* Facilities at the reporting centre
* Processes for detaining people at the centre or from their homes
* Processes for removing people
* How can people's experiences of the Immigration Service be improved?
The information we collect will be put into a report that we will submit to the Immigration Service, the Independent Asylum Commission and other interested groups. The Immigration Service have agreed to meet with us and listen to our concerns.
<<< Important information>>> Å no immigration service staff will be present, we do not have to use your name, travel expenses will be paid, and lunch will be provided
If you would like to attend or would like more information please contact Sophie, Forum Development Worker, on 0161 232 7420 or at [e-mail]

Saturday 25th November - 10am - 5pm
Reflections: Refugee Performance and In Place of War Seminar
John Thaw Studio, Bridgeford Street, University of Manchester, M13 9PL
Why make theatre in a place of war, or in response to war ? Is theatre always possible ? Reflections is a public seminar on theatre and performance with and by the refugee community in the UK and internationally. The seminar will include presentations by specially invited performance practitioners from places of conflict (including Kosovo, Burundi and N Ireland) and theatre practitioners who have contributed to the Exodus Onstage theatre season. Opportunities to take part in workshops and seminars and time for informal networking. Tickets: £FREE
Contact [e-mail] to reserve places in advance. Ticket Office: 0161 275 3784

Saturday 25th November - 7.30pm
THEATRE (with music) - A Letter From Home
John Thaw Studio, Bridgeford Street, University of Manchester, M13 9PL
Britannia Rumba, Community Arts North West and In Place of War presents a new production featuring the real stories of the Congolese community of Manchester. It explores the issues of conflict, immigration, corruption and refugee identity, through narrative, testimony, dance and live music. Artists include Jean Azip from music group Britannia Rumba and Congolese writer Frederick Yamusangie.
Tickets: £5/£3 Ticket Office: 0161 275 8951

Thursday November 30th - 2pm to 5pm
UnLtd Funding - presentation and a funding surgery
Toxteth Town Hall, Main Hall, 15 High Park Street, Liverpool, L8 8DX
Are you a refugee ? Do you have an idea that will change your community ?
UnLtd's Refugee Initiative for Social Entrepreneurs - has been set up with the Home Office and the European Refugee Fund to encourage refugees in England to set up projects that will make their communities a healthier, happier, safer and more just place.
UnLtd will be giving awards of between £500 and £5,000 to help individuals and small groups of refugees from anywhere in England turn their ideas into reality. UnLtd will provide dedicated support including; training opportunities, tools and resources to help refugees develop their skills and initiatives. The scheme will fund and support more than 75 refugees over two years and will benefit over 2,000 people in the community. Remember applicants must be individuals or UNconstituted groups. SOLA ARTS has invited Alex Sobel of the Unltd fund, who will be holding a presentation and a funding surgery for refugees or for those people with status.
North of England/Midlands Contact: Alex Sobel on [e-mail]

Thursday 30th November - 6pm

Tees Valley Voices for Justice (TVVFJ) monthly meeting
9 Cromwell Avenue, Stockton
TVVFJ meet each month to discuss asylum issues and provide a voice for the vulnerable by liaising with agencies, the public and supporting local campaigns. Meetings are open to anyone from the asylum-seeking community and their friends and supporters.

Further details from William Meli on: 07932 662003

Thursday 30th November - 7.30pm
Where is Home? - Exodus Onstage Refugee Theatre Season
The Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft South, Bolton, BL1 1SB
Happy BirthdayÅ .. You're 18Å . Time to go home
Tickets £9/ £7 Ticket Office: 01204 520661

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Friday 1st December - 7.30pm
THEATRE (with music) - Exodus Sketches
The Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft South, Bolton, BL1 1SB
Activ8, The Octagon Theatre, Bolton and Community Arts North West present Exodus Sketches.

Throughout the past year activ8 and Exodus have been running outreach arts workshops throughout

Bolton for refugees and asylum seekers. Exodus Sketches showcases the creativity discovered in

Bolton, including the sounds of Gospel, the beat of drums and the movement of Africa.
Tickets Free but MUST Book in Advance. Ticket Office: 01204 520661

Friday 1st December - 8pm
THEATRE (multi-media) - Urban Music Theatre
Zion Arts Centre, Stretford Rd, Hulme, Manchester M15 5ZA
Community Arts North West in partnership with Zion Arts presents a contemporary tale of young lives

in the city: of hopes and fears, passions and dreams; of loves and loss, restrictions and freedom. Told

with the true voice of Manchester's young people: diverse, passionate and direct. This all-consuming

physical and visual experience fuses street dance with theatre, roots with breaks, and digital images

with an original music score. Exploring and exposing a city of extremes and redefining what we mean

by 'urban'. The climax of a 5 month creative process with over 100 young people from both refugee and

local communities.
Tickets £6/£4 Ticket Office: 0161 226 1912

Saturday 2nd December - 8pm
THEATRE (multi-media) - Urban Music Theatre
Zion Arts Centre, Stretford Rd, Hulme, Manchester M15 5ZA
Community Arts North West in partnership with Zion Arts presents a contemporary tale of young lives

in the city: of hopes and fears, passions and dreams; of loves and loss, restrictions and freedom. Told

with the true voice of Manchester's young people: diverse, passionate and direct. This all-consuming

physical and visual experience fuses street dance with theatre, roots with breaks, and digital images

with an original music score. Exploring and exposing a city of extremes and redefining what we mean

by 'urban'. The climax of a 5 month creative process with over 100 young people from both refugee and

local communities.
Tickets £6/£4 Ticket Office: 0161 226 1912

Monday 4th December - 7.30pm
Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers - Monthly Planning Meeting
Meet at Friends Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester city centre. Contact : Mark Krantz on

[e-mail] or 07765 122 829

Monday 4 December - 7pm to 12 midnight
Community Arts North West present: EXODUS LIVE Winter 2006
Life Café, 23 Peter Street, (off Deansgate, opposite Great Northern Cinema), Manchester
A Night of Live World Music

ENTRY: £5/3/ free for asylum seekers (tickets available on the door, on the night only). Over 18s only.

Showcasing and celebrating live world music by unsigned bands from Greater Manchester's refugee

communities. Following the incredible success of the first two EXODUS LIVE band nights in December

2005 and March 2006, Community Arts North West present the next EXODUS LIVE: Winter 2006, a

music event on Mon 4 Dec 2006 at Life Café in Manchester. As DXN Magazine reported: "Exodus

Live provided a night of vibrant live performance, the warmest of energies, with the kind of sounds that

make sitting down an impossibility, put simply-it was a totally unmissable occasion!" EXODUS LIVE:

Winter 2006 features emerging talent and established UNSIGNED bands including:

Hohodza- Zimbabwean Mbira
Tchuma-Ebende- Congolese Ndombolo
Asian Music Talent –Classical Indian & Pakistani Ghazal & Bhangra
DASRAM- African Choir from Cameroon & Congo
Izinyane Lesilo - Zimbabwean a capella choir
Agali Awumu- Ugandan dance group
Tloh- Songs from Afghanistan
Sarmad Alwadi with Alan Mardan- Kurdish music
U-Jeff-Nigerian Gospel
Amir Nuru-Habesha Music
Plus tropical sounds from DJ Hot Pepper.

For more information on the musicians please see <http://www.can.uk.com/exodus>

www.can.uk.com/exodus
For more information about Exodus contact Erin McNeaney - 0161 234 2987 or [e-mail]

Saturday 9th December - from 12.00 noon
Trade Unions For Refugees Conference - ESOL FOR ASYLUM SEEKERS CAMPAIGN
Mechanics Institute, Princess Street, Manchester.
Asylum seekers are deprived of their right to attend English language classes
TRADES UNIONS FOR SOCIAL INTEGRATION, TRADES UNIONS FOR UNITY
Contact : [e-mail] / 07837 558036

Saturday 16th December - 1pm to 4 pm
CHRISTMAS PARTY ! Bury Committee in Solidarity with REFUGEES
The Mosses Centre, Cecil Street (Near Asda), Bury Town Centre
Food, Bingo & Prizes, Children's Fun & Games, Music. All Welcome.

Saturday 16th December - 1pm to 4pm
Solidarity Social
Friends Meeting House, Mount St, central Manchester
At our Solidarity Socials we provide a welcome, advice, Halal food and drink. Travel costs refunded for

those in need.
Organised by the Manchester Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers
Contact Mark on 07765 122 829 / [e-mail]

Saturday 3rd Feb 2007 - 1pm to 4pm
Solidarity Social
Friends Meeting House, Mount St, central Manchester
At our Solidarity Socials we provide a welcome, advice, Halal food and drink. Travel costs refunded for

those in need.
Organised by the Manchester Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers
Contact Mark on 07765 122 829 / [e-mail]

Saturday 3rd March 2007 - 2pm to 4pm
Public Meeting - The right to work for all migrants, people seeking asylum, and for those made destitute.
Friends Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester city centre
Organised by Manchester Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers
All should be granted the 'right to work' under the UN Charter, but for increasing numbers this right is

under threat or denied. As the anniversary of the abolition of slavery approaches, some people even

today are forced to work 'in slave like situations'. For migrant workers, for people seeking asylum, for

those made destitute and rejected, all under international law should be give the right to work. Too many

forbidden are from working legally, others work in modern slave like conditions due to immigration laws.

Hear speakers, join in the debate. Support refugees and migrant workers. THE RIGHT TO WORK! IT IS

A HUMAN RIGHT!
The purpose of the campaigning meeting is to:
* Highlight the plight of those refused the right to work, or forced to work
* Bring together those campaigning in these area to emphasise our common struggles
* Build upon and strengthen the calls for an 'amnesty' or regularisation of work
Speakers will include ;
* A trades unionists working with migrant workers from new EU countries
* Orgaisations calling for "regularisation"
* Migrant workers
Contact : Mark Krantz on 07765 122829 / [e-mail]

Saturday March 24th 2007
Trade Union Conference Against Immigration Controls
Asylum Link, St Anne's Church, Overbury Street, Liverpool 7
The well-known slogan "Workers of the world unite" means what it says. It does not mean "Only

workers with the correct immigration status unite". Over the last three decades trade unionists have

made a tremendous move forward in fighting racism. It is now seen as legitimate activity to support

those under threat of deportation. However fighting immigration controls is not an act of charity. This is

because controls are deliberately calculated to weaken the labour movement itself. They split workers

between "legal" and "illegal", undermining wages and conditions. They criminalise bosses for hiring

so-called undocumented workers and transform employers into spies for the Home Office. They bring

controls onto the workplace floor. They encourage workplace raids by the immigration service. They

turn thousands of trade unionists into immigration officers demanding the immigration status of other

workers and whether they have the correct documents. This happens in every personnel office at the

point of recruitment. But it goes further. Virtually all welfare provision - housing, hospital treatment, non

contributory benefits -are linked to immigration status. As a consequences workers within local

authorities, the NHS and benefit agencies now have the task of checking immigration status. No One Is

Illegal is an organisation of trade unionists long involved in anti-deportation campaigns. We have

produced with trade unions the pamphlet "Workers Control Not Immigration Controls" and now think it is

time for trade unionists to meet to discuss the issues and co-ordinate activities. We aim for a

conference that is undogmatic and which allows for open debate. We also think it important to discuss:

* the proposal made in some quarters for a government amnesty * how trade unions can initiate a

campaign of recruitment of the undocumented *how the undocumented include more than refugees -

who are just the latest demons of government imagination * what in practice the absence of immigration

controls would mean. We ask trade union organisations to sponsor (give their name to) the conference

and send delegates. Admission/ sponsorship free - donations welcome (cheques to No One Is illegal).

Copies of "Workers Control Not Immigration Controls" can be obtained by donation. We would be

happy to speak at your branch. Initial sponsors : Trades Councils: Tameside, Oxford, Bury, Waltham

Forest.

Contact : No One Is Illegal 16 Wood Street, Bolton, BL2 IDR. Email - [e-mail]






3. Regular Events in the North West Region

Women Asylum Seekers Together (WAST)
Women's Electronic Village Hall, Ada House, 77 Thompson Street, Manchester, M4 5FY
"Women asylum seekers in Greater Manchester supporting and empowering each other and

campaigning for rights and justice for women in the asylum process." Support Meetings - every Friday

between 10.30 am and 2.30 pm in the crèche room (ground floor). * Light lunch/ refreshments *

Children welcome
* Bus fare refunded (for women asylum seekers from Greater Manchester) * Access in office for

computer with broadband internet facility * Information and support on setting up anti deportation

campaigns * Confidential space for talking.
Programme : 10.30am to11.00am - WAST news, organizing future events and work to be shared.

11.00am to 2.30pm - Informal support meeting to discuss relevant issues including existing as well as

future anti deportation campaigns.
Contact : Tel - 0161 833 8835 (with answer-phone). Fax : [phone]. Email :

[e-mail]

Tees Valley Voices for Justice (TVVFJ) monthly meetings
TVVFJ meet each month to discuss asylum issues and provide a voice for the vulnerable by liaising with

agencies, the public and supporting local campaigns. Meetings are open to anyone from the

asylum-seeking community and their friends and supporters.
Further details from William Meli on: 07932 662003

Tyneside Community Action for Refugees (TCAR) Organising Meetings
Amnesty bookshop, Westgate Road, Newcastle
Every Wednesday evening from 7pm until 9pm.
We are now having some larger meetings on a Saturday so that families can come._Les reunions de

TCAR continuent chaque mecredi soir de 19h a 21h dans la librarie de Amnesty sur Westgate Road.

Maintenant on organise aussi des plus grandes reunions quelques samedis pour que les familles

puissent venir._
Contact : [e-mail]

Manchester Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers Planning Meetings
First Monday of the month at 7.30pm. Open to all
Friends Meeting House, Mount St, Manchester

Leeds weekly women asylum seeker drop-in
Every Thursday 4pm-7pm at The Common Place, Warf Street, Leeds - an opportunity to share stories,

advice and to socialise. Contact : Tash on [e-mail]

Bury Committee in Solidarity with REFUGEES - "Eagles Wing" Self-Help Drop-ins
Every Tuesday and Thursday 12.30-3.30pm
The Mosses Centre, Cecil Street (Near Asda), Bury Town Centre
Contact : [e-mail]

Lesbian Immigration Group - Lesbian Community Project. Are you a lesbian/bisexual woman

experiencing
issues relating to immigration? Are you a lesbian/bisexual woman seeking asylum? Do you feel you

would benefit from meeting up with others in a similar situation to share experiences and support from

each other? If so, you are welcome to come along to the newly established social/support group for

lesbian and bisexual women experiencing immigration issues. It is an opportunity to talk about your

experiences with other women, to have your questions answered by guest speakers with experience in

immigration issues and to enjoy a social 'time out' for yourself with women in a similar situation. The

group meets on the: 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6.30pm-8.00pm at The Lesbian Community

Project. For info contact Lisa at the LCP - 49-51 Sidney Street, Manchester, M1 7HB. 0161 273 7128 /

[e-mail]

Every 3rd Friday in a month - 10am - 12.00 noon
Social Mornings
St George's Church Abbey Hey Lane (opposite the Prince of Wales pub), Manchester. Are you seeking

asylum or a refugee ? Do you have a friend who is ? Members of the Manchester Committee to Defend

Asylum Seekers can offer support. Everyone living locally is welcome. For information ring Sarah on

0161 231 2201

Sheffield No Borders Collective
wiki.sheffieldsocialforum.org.uk/No_Borders

Innocent Must Stay Campaign Meetings
At 7.30pm every second Tuesday and last Wednesday of every month at 124 Stamford Street,

Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6AD. Contact Tel. [phone] or email :

[e-mail]


Sheffield Committee to Defend Asylum Seekers meets the first Monday of every month. Venue : Alpha

House, Refugee Education and Employment Project,
Carver Street, Sheffield. Info : [e-mail] or telephone Sue on 07913 701 740

Free stuff at The Basement in Manchester for destitute asylum seekers !

The Basement, 24 Lever Street, Manchester city centre, Tel [phone]. The Basement very kindly

provided lunch at the January Defy Section 9 conference in Manchester - thanks to them and the

generous donations made for the yummy food, the Basement has been able to stock up on paper and a

toner cartridge, and is able to offer ...

Free Food for Destitute Asylum Seekers_
Tuesdays only between 12.00 noon and 3pm_For an initially limited period only.
Free Photocopying for Destitute Asylum Seekers_
Wednesday to Saturday every week - 12.00 noon to 6pm._Destitute asylum seekers are welcome to

photocopy immigration documents and campaign materials for free.
Free Internet Access for Destitute Asylum Seekers_
Wednesday to Saturday every week - 12.00 noon to 6pm_As ever, asylum seekers are welcome to use

the Basement computers to access the internet for free.
Free English Language Lessons
An opportunity to improve your English language skills. Do you need extra help with speaking, listening,

reading or writing? Are you having difficulty getting access to ESOL classes in Manchester? If so, then

contact us to arrange a one-to-one session with a qualified ESOL teacher. If there is enough regular

interest we may be able to start running regular classes. To arrange a meeting, contact Jon Naylor on

07817 467916 or [e-mail]
Wanted ! Volunteers at the Basement
Practice your English, access to activists who may be able to support you in some way with your

anti-deportation campaign, extend your skills ! (it's not all about making cups of tea !)_If you would like

to volunteer, please contact Eleanor on [e-mail]

Trade Union For Refugees (TUFR)
TUFR meetings will take place at the NUJ Office (subject to availability) on 5th Floor, Arthur House,

Chorlton Street, Manchester city centre on the first Thursday of every month. The TUFR Committee will

commence at 1800 and close at 1930. The TUFR Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) will commence at

1930 and will close at 2130.
Contact : [e-mail]

On-Line video about 4 Manchester anti-deportation campaigns
2 Digital Diaries Asylum Seekers have Won ! Let's get behind the other 2 campaigns and make sure

they win too !
Digital Diaries was produced by Community Arts North West (CAN) in conjunction with the Basement

social centre. Local film makers in Manchester teamed up with people facing deportation who have

NCADC-supported anti-deportation campaigns to tell the untold stories behind the political and media

hype.

Ziadah's Story - she's won !
Moses' Story - he's won !
Mansoor Hassan's Story - still fighting, please support !
Aamir & Hummera's Story - still fighting, please support !

The Right to Stay - How you can help.
This film is about how you can get involved in supporting individual anti-deportation campaigns and

building a "community of resistance.

View the films : www.our video.org/digitaldiaries/cat.php?prefix=video

Why not hold a screening of these films at your school, college, church, mosque, or even just show

friends at home on your computer !



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Emma on [e-mail]

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Mitch, or anyone else, if you're interested in attending any of the above events, please let me know well

in advance so I could save up and come too...I think we really ought to show our full support for the

organisation due to its efforts made on behalf of Asylum Seekers...