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Cross Border Beats: A Social for Asylum Seekers and Refugees

One of Brum NoBorders | 26.03.2006 22:01 | Culture | Migration | Birmingham

On Saturday, 25 March, 2006, the Birmingham Anti-Racist Campaign (ARC) organised a social in support of refugees and asylum seekers at the Oaklands Centre in Birmingham. It was the 3rd event of its kind, and the biggest so far.





The event basically consisted of music from England, Ireland, Kurdistan, Chile and Africa, as well as free food and drinks. People present (well over a 100) were as diverse, although dominated by Iraqi Kurds as they were celebrating their Nawroz (Kurdish and Iranian New Year).

The aim of such events is to help refugees and asylum seekers feel more welcome, show them some solidarity, and help break down barriers between different communities.

If you'd like to get involved, e-mail Birmingham Anti-Racist Campaign.

One of Brum NoBorders

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  1. 100 people! face facts — Lord Snooty
  2. no borders is the only position to take if you believe in equality — Tom MacGowan