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SUMMARY:Democratic Voting Rights Session
DESCRIPTION:This session aims to provide clear\, practical information on voting rights and participation ahead of the upcoming Scottish elections. It is particularly important for our communities to understand how to engage in the democratic process\, ensure their voices are heard\, and promote inclusive representation. \n\n\n\n\nRegister to attend\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSimple guide to voting\n\n\n\nA Simple Guide for Communities Ahead of the May 2026 Elections \n\n\n\n\nDownload
URL:https://bemis.org.uk/event/voting-rights-session/
LOCATION:Online (Zoom)
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ORGANIZER;CN="BEMIS":MAILTO:mail@bemis.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Hebridean Refugee Festival - Sculpture Making
DESCRIPTION:For you\, what makes a place ‘home’? Mark the start of Refugee Week by answering this question as we build a large sphere together from foam board. The striking sculpture will take the familiar form of a football\, constructed from interlocking hexagons and pentagons that symbolize unity and connection across borders. Each panel will tell a different story\, coming together to form a complete whole\, just as communities are strengthened by diversity. When the sphere is completed\, a projection of Earth across its surfaces will be a powerful visual reminder that movement\, resilience\, and belonging are shared experiences\, echoing the journeys of refugees while celebrating hope and solidarity. \n\n\n\nLed by Moira Macdonald \n\n\n\n\nNo need to book\n\n\n\nSuitable for all ages\n\n\n\nCome alone or with friends or family
URL:https://bemis.org.uk/event/hebridean-refugee-fesival-sculpture-making/
LOCATION:An Lanntair\, Stornoway
CATEGORIES:Hebridean Refugee Festival,World Cup Communities
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SUMMARY:Hebridean Refugee Festival - ‘An Argyll and Bute Welcome’ Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Over the past 10 years\, families from countries including Syria\, Ukraine\, Sudan and Afghanistan have made Argyll and Bute their home. The short film\, made by local filmmakers AyeGlas\, tells their stories\, shows how a community can help people feel safe and belong\, and become important parts of day-to-day life in their new home. \n\n\n\nThis short film will be shown on loop
URL:https://bemis.org.uk/event/hebridean-refugee-festival-an-argyll-and-bute-welcome-film-screening/
LOCATION:Stornoway Library – The Space
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SUMMARY:Hebridean Refugee Festival - ‘Limbo’ Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Limbo is a 2020 Scottish comedy-drama film\, directed by Ben Sharrock. The film centres on four asylum seekers who are staying on a remote island in Scotland\, and taking cultural awareness classes\, while awaiting the processing of their refugee claims.
URL:https://bemis.org.uk/event/hebridean-refugee-festival-limbo-film-screening/
LOCATION:An Lanntair\, Stornoway
CATEGORIES:Hebridean Refugee Festival,World Cup Communities
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SUMMARY:Falkirk's World Cup Village
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to invite you to Falkirk’s World Cup Village\, a family friendly celebration bringing together the cultures and communities that call Falkirk home.  \n\n\n\nThe World Cup Village is a welcoming community event where families of all backgrounds can connect\, celebrate\, and enjoy football together in an inclusive\, relaxed environment.   \n\n\n\n📅 Date: Saturday 4th July   \n\n\n\n⏰ Time: 12pm–3pm (drop‑in)   \n\n\n\n📍 Location: Falkirk Football Stadium Fanzone\, 4 Stadium Way\, Falkirk\, FK2 9EE \n\n\n\nHosted by BEMIS and CSREC\, with support from Falkirk Football Club and The Falkirk Foundation\, and funded by National Lottery Community Fund\, the World Cup Village will play host to a range of activities for all ages\, including:  \n\n\n\n\n⚽ Kids Football skills sessions \n\n\n\n👟 5‑a‑side games for children (sign‑up on the day) \n\n\n\n🎶 Live music and entertainment \n\n\n\n🍽️ Food  \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a football fan or simply looking for a positive community day out for all the family\, the World Cup Village offers a warm\, welcoming space for everyone.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Each person attending\, Child or Adult\, must have a ticket\, you can add details at the booking page. \n\n\n\nInterested?   \n\n\n\nSign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-cup-village-tickets-1991466025491  \n\n\n\nAny questions?   \n\n\n\nPlease reach out to the team at mail@bemis.org.uk
URL:https://bemis.org.uk/event/falkirks-world-cup-village/
LOCATION:Falkirk Football Stadium Fanzone\, 4 Stadium Way\, Falkirk\, FK2 9EE\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Threads of Legacy: Celebrating Black Leadership\, Community and Contribution
DESCRIPTION:BEMIS Scotland\, in collaboration with RCCG Beautiful Gate Parish\, proposes an evening event exploring the life\, legacy and community contribution of Rev. Josiah Akindayomi\, a significant figure in the history of the African diaspora whose life provides a starting point for a wider conversation about Black leadership\, community-building\, resilience\, service and legacy. \n\n\n\nWhile Rev. Akindayomi’s life has particular significance within the history of the Nigerian and African diaspora\, the event will not be a religious service or faith-based celebration. Instead\, his story will serve as a historical and community case study through which participants can explore broader themes relevant to Black communities across Scotland. \n\n\n\nThe event seeks to create an inclusive space where people from African\, Caribbean\, Asian and other racialised communities\, alongside the wider Scottish community\, can come together to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the life and legacy of Rev. Josiah Akindayomi.\n\n\n\nExplore the contribution of Black individuals to community development and social history.\n\n\n\nReflect on the experiences of Black communities within the African diaspora.\n\n\n\nConsider how individual leadership can contribute to community resilience and social change.\n\n\n\nCreate intergenerational conversations about identity\, belonging\, migration\, community and legacy.\n\n\n\nConnect historical experiences with contemporary conversations about equality and inclusion.\n\n\n\nReflect on how lessons from the past can help shape a more inclusive future in Scotland.\n\n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nLight refreshments included
URL:https://bemis.org.uk/event/threads-of-legacy-celebrating-black-leadership-community-and-contribution/
LOCATION:RCCG Beautiful Gate\, 69 James Street\, Glasgow\, Glasgow\, G40 1BZ\, United Kingdom
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