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The launch of Intercultural and Anti Racism Week on Monday 7 April marked the start of a week which the Equality Commission hopes will encourage people throughout Northern Ireland to celebrate diversity and reject racism.
Intercultural and Anti Racism Week is part of the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue 2008.
A series of events has been organised, including a poetry competition, information sessions, a conference for migrant workers, a new Traveller play by Michael Collins and the launch of a new Internet radio station ‘Homely Planet’.
Bob Collins, Chief Commissioner, Equality Commission for Northern Ireland said:
The Commission is delighted to again be at the forefront of this important week in Northern Ireland’s calendar of events. Many people from around the world have chosen Northern Ireland as the place where they wish to live and establish roots. We are increasingly living in a richly diverse society. We should all seize the opportunity to embrace the wealth of other cultures.”
Mr Collins concluded: “The benefits of living in a multi-cultural society are vast but we must be mindful that racism and racial discrimination still exist today. The Commission is contacted by and provides advice and assistance to those who have experienced the negative effects of the racially motivated actions of others. This type of poison must continue to be challenged; there is no place for racism in any of our lives. Initiatives such as Intercultural and Anti Racism Week provide a positive opportunity for people to join in the events and show their support for the rich mix of cultures within which we all live.”
Further information about the week is available from www.equalityni.org
Diary Highlights:
4th Annual Schools Against Racism Poetry and Short Story Competition
Wednesday 9 April @ 5pm
Linen Hall Library, Belfast
Presentation of prizes to this year’s winning entrants, the competition aims to combat racism and to celebrate the variety of cultures and people living in Ireland today. For further information email Mark Soult, Communications Officer, Equality Commission or tel: 028 9089 0861.
Information Evening for Migrant Workers
Wednesday 9 April @ 5.30pm
This event is organised by Belfast City Council, Irish Congress of Trade Unions and South Belfast Roundtable. For further information contact the Good Relations Unit, Belfast City Council on 028 9027 0663.
‘Mobile’ by Michael Collins
Thursday 10 April @ 7pm
An Chultúrlann, Belfast
‘Mobile’ explores the dilemma of a Traveller man who is matched off to fight another Traveller to settle a family dispute. This exciting play will challenge the audience’s perceptions of the Traveller Community and the particular issue of internal fighting while highlighting the role of the outside community in contributing to the issue. For further information contact Derek Hanway at An Munia Tober.
Migrant Workers in Northern Ireland
Thursday 10 April @10am
Wellington Park Hotel, Belfast
This conference will explore issues affecting migrant workers and their families. For further information email Kasia Garbal or tel: 028 90 247140.
HOMELY PLANET Internet Cultural Radio Station Launch
Friday 11 April @ 11am
Equality Commission for Northern Ireland, Belfast
This radio station is a service to highlight the positive aspects of multiculturalism on society through music and cultural education. The station can be accessed at www.homelyplanet.org. For further information contact Darren Ferguson at info.beyondskin@gmail.com
Nerve Centre / Equality Commission
7-13 April 2008 various dates and times
The Nerve Centre in conjunction with the Equality Commission are offering a programme of international films, documentaries, workshops and outreach screenings to local primary schools, colleges and the general public. For further information email Bernie McLaughlin or tel: 028 7137 3456.
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