There are lots of events going on across the city for Refugee Week:
4th May – 2nd September: “The Sea is the Limit”
- An exhibition of contemporary art responding to the ongoing issues surrounding immigration, migration, integration and borders. Curated by artist Varvara Shavrova. Featuring interactive installations and live public art works.
- York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York YO1 7EW.
- Normal admission charge to the gallery, but free to York residents 23rd and 24th June.
- Further details: yorkartgallery.org.uk
15 June – 22 June: “Belonging(s)”
- Art exhibition which includes “Safe Shelter” by Hilly Fletcher.
- The concept of a shelter, a safe place… a HOME, is one that many of us take for granted. Consider how you would feel if the place you call home was taken from you at a moment’s notice.
- New School House Gallery, Peasholme Green, York, YO1 7PW.
- Further details: https://jackson-teed.com/
18 June – 24 June: “Tented Dreams”
- Exhibition of paintings by Syrian refugees from the Za’atari Refugee Camp.
- The artwork will be for sale and all monies will go directly to the artists
- City Screen Cinema Sky Lounge, York.
- Details about the City Screen: https://www.picturehouses.com/cinema/York_Picturehouse
18th-24th June: Pop-up-pop-out at the Amnesty Shop
- , 42 Goodramgate, North Yorkshire, York YO1 7LF
19 June: Pub Quiz: In aid of RAY (Refugee Action York).
- Come as a team or as individuals for a fun night out
- The Winning Post, 127-129 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1NZ.
- Donations welcome.
- Details about the Winning Post: https://www.winningpostyork.co.uk/
20th June. 12.30 – 1pm. “The Sea is the Limit” by Varvara Shavrova.
- Curator’s Lunchtime Talk: Varvara Shavrova – The sea is the limit
- An introduction to The sea is the limit, an exhibition of contemporary artists’ responses to the ongoing refugee crisis.
- York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York YO1 7EW.
- Normal admission charge to the gallery, but free to York residents 23rd and 24th June.
- Further details: yorkartgallery.org.uk
20th June. 2.30 – 4pm. Film: “Calais Children: A Case to Answer”
- Winner of the London Independent Film Awards 2017, Calais Children: A Case to Answer follows the young people over the year since they left the Jungle with interviews with Lord Dubs, volunteer groups, and lawyers.
- The film will be followed by Q&As with the director, Sue Clayton.
- TA Hall, Yorkshire Museum, Museum Gardens, York YO1 7FR.
- Free/Donations. Book via the events pages: yorkartgallery.org.uk
20th June: “Spaces of Sanctuary”
- Refugee Council and York City Church hosted event featuring talks, food and music to celebrate the achievements of refugees in and around York.
- 12- 4 PM, York City Church, The Citadel, Gillygate, York, YO31 7EA.
23 June: Nick Ellwood: “Talk: Between the Lines”.
- Artist Nick Elwood talks about his experiences in Calais and his work in the current exhibition The sea is the limit followed by an opportunity to see Nick’s sketchbooks and working drawings in the Studio.
- 1- 2 pm, York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York YO1 7EW.
- £10 which includes entry to the Art Gallery.
- Book via the events pages: yorkartgallery.org.uk
23 June: “Different pasts, shared future”, children’s art competition and exhibition.
- Organised by York Mosque and featuring work by young people from York, this exhibition is a celebration of young people’s’ understanding and compassion.
- 30-5.30, York Mosque, Bull Lane, York YO10 3EN.
24th June. 11-1 and 2-4pm.“Art activities: The Sea is the Limit”
- The Studio will be open for all to take part in practical art activities inspired by The sea is the limit, as part of YMT Residents’ Weekend.
- York Art Gallery, Exhibition Square, York YO1 7EW.
- Normal admission charge to the gallery, but free to York residents.
- Details: yorkartgallery.org.uk
24 June: Unitarian Church service: “The Importance of 20- Past & Future”
- A service to mark the end of Refugee Week.
- 11am -12pm followed by refreshments..
- Unitarian Chapel, St Saviourgate, York, YO1 8NQ.
- A collection will be made for RAY.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.
We have had a stall at this small community event for the last two years. There’s live music and stalls from charities and local organisations.
Come along, play our game and win Fairtrade prizes, browse our range of fair trade items and find out more about fair trade in York.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.
The Yorkshire Fairtrade Conference will be on Saturday 22nd September (10.15am for 10.30 start and finishes at 3.30pm, optional socialising afterwards). It will be held at the University of Leeds.
The conference is open to all Fairtrade supporters. Please invite your group members to come or others who support Fairtrade in your area.
Come along and hear of the great things that are happening in support of Fairtrade across Yorkshire. There will be the opportunity to network with your fellow Fairtrade supporters and learn from each other. National representatives from the Fairtrade Foundation will be available to answer your questions and there will also be workshops on the media and promoting Fairtrade to young people. Updates will be given on the latest Fairtrade campaigns.
The conference is free and a free lunch is provided.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.
Come along to our regular monthly meeting, find out what we do and how you can help promote fair trade in York.
We are grateful to York City Council for hosting our regular monthly meeting.
Please note that we do not meet in August or December.