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Archive for the ‘Africa & Identity Events’ CategoryDressing up African DeitiesProfessor James Cox will be giving his inaugural lecture as the Personal Chair of Religious Studies at the University of Edinburgh, entitled ‘Dressing up an African God in Christian Clothing’ at New College on the Mound, September 18th, 2pm. Could be of interest to anyone interested in how euro-centric interpretations of African beliefs and practices have persisted and developed. Email me if you want to know more… A Night Of African Film
The Manifesto is kicking off its African exploration with a little night African film night next Wednesday (9th July) in Sofi’s Bar, Leith. It’s free in, would be great to get a crew down, spread the word. The film we’ll be screening has yet to be chosen, it’s a surprise, find out on the night. 7.30pm for an 8pm start. 0 Comments Amnesty International at the Edinburgh FestivalEvery year Amnesty International Scotland puts on a programme of exhibitions, comedy, discussions and campaign actions at the Edinburgh Festival in August. This year is no exception with a line up that includes events to mark the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and a play about the story of Burma’s recent history - right up to last year’s Saffron Revolution and the devastation wrought by Cyclone Nargis.
Each day authors appearing at the Book Festival will show solidarity with persecuted writers around the world by reading out from their work as part of the Imprisoned Writers Series. This year the daily themes will focus on the articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, with a different article highlighted each day. These events are FREE and tickets can be collected from the box office at the Book Festival site on Charlotte Square – simply turn up on the day of the reading. ‘Stand up for Freedom’, sponsored by the Cooperative Bank is a benefit night for Amnesty with two nights of the best comedy in Edinburgh. Book early. Touki BoukiThe Manifesto will be kicking off an opening party African-style in Leith, with a showing of the Mambety 1970’s classic Touki Bouki, followed by some sweet African tuneage. Details to follow shortly. 0 Comments |
