Take a stand in Manchester
The People's Assembly Festival of Resistance outside Tory Party Conference is back, and it's bigger and better than ever!
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Dates: September 30th - October 3rd
Location: Manchester
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A Champion for Workers' Rights - Mick Lynch:
We're honoured to announce that Mick Lynch, Secretary-General of the National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT), will be one of our distinguished speakers. Mick’ relentless commitment to workers' rights and social justice has made him a leading figure in the British trade union movement.
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Kickstarting the Weekend - Launch Extravaganza:
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Our festival launches with a bang on Saturday evening at 7 pm at the iconic Mechanics Institute in Manchester. This special event, featuring inspiring leaders from across the trade union movement, will set the stage for an extraordinary weekend of resistance.
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A Day of Action - National Demo outside Tory Party Conference:
Sunday will see us take to the streets in our National Demo outside the Tory Party Conference. Listen to passionate speeches from trade unionists and organisers from across the nation, including RMT General Secretary Mick Lynch, NEU General Secretary Daniel Kebede, PCS President Fran Heathcote and more, all coming together to champion change and tell the Tories they’re not welcome.
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Engaging Discussions - Monday and Tuesday Panels:
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Monday and Tuesday will be filled with enlightening panel discussions and presentations that will delve into the most pressing topics facing the working class, including human rights, housing, the NHS, refugee justice, and more. These panels offer valuable insights and strategies for tackling today's most significant challenges.
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Celebration of Creativity - Evening Entertainment:
Our evenings are a celebration of our talented artists and performers from around the country. On Monday, immerse yourself in the thought-provoking performances with Take Back Theatre. And on Tuesday, let the rhapsodic rhythms of Rebel Poets stir your soul.
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But wait, there's more to come! We'll be announcing additional inspiring speakers and surprises in the weeks leading up to the festival. So, keep an eye out for the complete event schedule.
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We invite you to stand with us, inspire change, and demand a fairer, more equitable society. The People's Assembly Festival of Resistance is our opportunity to stand united and demand an end to Tory greed and cruelty.
Save the dates, spread the word, and get ready to give the Tories a show of resistance they won't be able to ignore!
In solidarity,
The People's Assembly
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