PRSC to launch School of Activism workshop programme in April

PRSC to launch School of Activism workshop programme in April

Posted on: 04 Mar 2021

Explore everything from self-defence to subvertising, squatters' rights and much more.

 

Community action group People's Republic of Stokes Croft (PRSC) have unveiled a full programme for School of Activism 2.0, an affordable, accessible workshop series for locals of all ages.

 

Taking place from Friday 2 - Sunday 18 April, the second annual School of Activism will explore an extensive range of topics, ideas and practices linked to activism, protest and social change.

 

The full programme of events - now available to browse via the PRSC website - will be available on a pay-what-you-can basis, ensuring as many people as possible are able to benefit from and enjoy the project.

 

 

As part of an announcement made last night (Wednesday 3 March), PRSC said: "[We] are delighted to reveal our plans for the School of Activism, a programme of talks and workshops to change the world.

 

"Over the last few months we have been beavering away behind the scenes, talking to all the inspirational people in our address books about sharing their ideas to help all of us become more empowered and active citizens." 

 

The School of Activism 2.0 curriculum is intended to provide locals with the skills to write more persuasively, plan and manage campaigns, make videos and other digital resources, challenge those in power and engage creativity.

 

Featuring the likes of esteemed poet Lawrence Hoo, prolific photographer Colin Moody and author Gemma Lawrence, talks will be led by a selection of Bristol-based artists, academics and action groups.

 

Alongside several one-off events, the Know Your Rights series will cover everything from squatting and rough sleeping to street art, dealing with police at demos and more.

 

Young people also have the chance to get involved, with three Philosophy for Children talks and workshops on creativity, protest history and engaging with tech taking place as part of the School of Activism programme.

Rebel Story Time for Kids / PRSC School of Activism 2.0

Speaking on the launch of the series, PRSC's School of Activism Co-ordinator, Lisa Furness, said:

 

“[The events are] designed to enable the people of Bristol and beyond to gain skills, confidence and practical tools to address the issues that concern them, whether that be campaigning for greater equality or fighting against land injustice”.

 

Regardless of age, background, ethnicity or income, everyone is invited to get involved and become a change-maker this Easter, with all event tickets available on a pay-what-you-can basis.

 

All events are currently scheduled to take place on Zoom due to coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

 

For more information on School of Activism, to browse the full programme or to book tickets, head to the PRSC website.

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Article by:

Matt Robson

 

Editor - 365Bristol.com & LOUD Magazine
 

Matt is a Journalism graduate and writer, passionate about supporting Bristol music, art and independent business. Get in touch via email at matt@365bristol.com.