Leanne Rahman's Posts - National Theatre Wales Community2024-03-28T20:25:31ZLeanne Rahmanhttps://community.nationaltheatrewales.org/profile/LeanneRahmanhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2986198080?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://community.nationaltheatrewales.org/profiles/blog/feed?user=0ysq7tc4bqdyw&xn_auth=noWales Celebrates its Great Black Womentag:community.nationaltheatrewales.org,2015-10-18:3152760:BlogPost:2371292015-10-18T21:59:06.000ZLeanne Rahmanhttps://community.nationaltheatrewales.org/profile/LeanneRahman
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<p>October is Black History Month and the Black History Association Wales, in partnership with the African Community Centre, Wales Millennium Centre, Unison Cymru, Radio Cardiff and The Prince’s Trust Cymru, is pleased to announce an exciting and educational…</p>
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<p>October is Black History Month and the Black History Association Wales, in partnership with the African Community Centre, Wales Millennium Centre, Unison Cymru, Radio Cardiff and The Prince’s Trust Cymru, is pleased to announce an exciting and educational programme of events including workshops that will take place across Wales until November, and we are pleased that many will be celebrating this year’s theme – <b><i>‘Great Black Women, Past & Present’</i></b>.</p>
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<p>The Black History Month Wales 2015 Steering Committee has chosen together to deliver a programme of activities with <b><i>‘Great Black Women, Past & Present’</i></b> at its core. The evolution of women's rights and equality between black and white, male and female are two issues that continually cross paths. There have been many bold, brave and successful black women throughout history, some widely known and many others the unsung and forgotten sheroes of our time.</p>
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<p>Some up and coming highlights of the programme include:</p>
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<p><b>Watch-Africa Film Festival</b> featuring filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, music, food, African arts & crafts, workshops and screenings including La Noire - Black Girl, Kirikou and the Sorceress, Kanye Kanye and Cairo Station.</p>
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<p>Diary dates –</p>
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<p>Aberystwyth Arts Centre: <b>23 October</b></p>
<p>Cinema & co, Swansea: <b>23 – 25 October</b></p>
<p>Haydn Ellis Building, Cardiff University: <strong>27 – 30 October</strong></p>
<p>Chapter Arts Center, Cardiff: <b>21 November</b></p>
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<p><b>A Tolerant Nation? Revisiting Ethnic Diversity in a Devolved Wales: Book Launch and Seminar</b>. This event, taking place at The University of South Wales’ Atrium Building on <b>22 October</b>, is an opportunity to celebrate this new publication, for contributors to discuss their chapters, and for participants to shape the critical conversations necessary to move forward the debate.</p>
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<p><b>Black Women, Black Heritage</b> event celebrating Black women at Glyndwr University on <b>25 October</b>. Join Ofuobi Consultancy, BAWSO, The Portuguese Community and the African Community Centre for an afternoon of music, poetry, dance, African art and African food. There will also be a homage to Queen Nanny of the Maroons.</p>
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<p><b>Echoing Voices</b> cultural concert will feature the melodies of four local community choirs and new drama – <i>I Remember When …</i> at the Riverfront Theatre & Arts Centre. Join Age Alive, New Seasons Church, Coffee & Laugh Ladies and Newport City Church on <b>31 October</b> from 7pm.</p>
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<p>And this <b>Saturday 24 October</b>, for the seventh year, Wales Millennium Centre will host the highlight of Black History Month. The free day-long music and dance showcase will be an excellent opportunity to celebrate African Diaspora culture and its contributions to Wales and beyond with music, song, dance, great food and great company.</p>
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<p><strong>Great Black Women Exhibition</strong> featuring large scale murals sketched by autistic artist Chris Baker of 3 inspirational Black Women in Wales; Betty Cambpell MBE, Vernester Cyril OBE and Charlotte Williams OBE, will also be launched at this event at the Wales Millennium Centre on Saturday.</p>
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<p>To discover the full pan-Wales programme please visit the website <a href="http://www.bhmwales.org.uk/"><font color="#0000FF" face="Times New Roman">www.bhmwales.org.uk</font></a></p>
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<p><span class="font-size-2"><font size="3">The origins of Black History Month stretch back to 1926 when Carter G Woodson established African Caribbean celebrations in America. BHM in the UK, which is celebrated in October, has now grown to over 6000 events that recognise the contributions and achievements of Black people to British society. In Wales, the family origins of many black residents link to a number of key ports and in particular Cardiff, Newport, Barry and Swansea Docks, which were once bustling coal ports. The sea brought people from all over the world; wherever coal ships plied their trade.</font></span></p>
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<p>BHM Wales aims to capture and share the contributions of African Diaspora people as part of our shared history, through a wide range of creative activity for people of all ages. And following last year’s tremendous success, over 11,000 people are anticipated to attend the 100 + events of the 8th pan-Wales Black History Month season.</p>
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<p>UNISON Cymru / Wales Black members chair Kebba Manneh said <i>“We are very proud to be working closely with Black History Month in Wales again this year and it is pleasing to see the events and activities are growing stronger each year, it is something our members identify positively with. Celebrating the role of black history in Wales as a union is key in our objectives and working towards shared goals for the UNISON membership and wider community will ensure that we enhance and maintain a vibrant multi cultural Wales”</i></p>
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<p>If you are planning any BHM events and would like <a href="http://www.bhmwales.org.uk/"><font color="#0000FF" face="Times New Roman">www.bhmwales.org.uk</font></a> to promote them, or if you would like to be involved or book a stall at the showcase, please contact The African Community Centre on <b>01792 470 298</b>. Also get in touch if you’d like to sponsor an activity or discuss a new project.</p>
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<p>Black History Association Wales, in partnership with the African Community Centre, is pleased to announce an exciting and thought provoking programme of events and workshops that will take place across Wales from September to November, many of which are connected to the World War One Centenary.</p>
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<p>The Black History Month Wales 2014 Steering…</p>
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<p>Black History Association Wales, in partnership with the African Community Centre, is pleased to announce an exciting and thought provoking programme of events and workshops that will take place across Wales from September to November, many of which are connected to the World War One Centenary.</p>
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<p>The Black History Month Wales 2014 Steering Committee have chosen together to deliver a programme of activities with ‘<i>1914 – 1919’</i> at its core, bringing to life the untold history and shared experience of Wales’ black communities during this period, inspired by a visit to the RAF Museums’ ‘Pilots of the Caribbean’ exhibition and the Merchant Navy Seamen’s Memorial in London.</p>
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<p>Work has begun in preparation for a wide range of activities commencing with the official launch event at Newport’s Riverfront on <b>Friday 26 September.</b> Wales-wide performances, film screenings, workshops, talks and visits will continue throughout the season and a spectacular showcase event will take place at the Wales Millennium Centre on <b>Saturday 25 October</b>.</p>
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<p>On <b>Friday 26 September</b>, The Riverfront will host the South Wales launch with special guest; <b>Professor Gus John,</b> featuring the 100 young voices of <b>Cwmtawe Community, St. Mary's The Virgin, St. John Lloyd RC, Pillgwenlly </b>and <b>Maindee Primary schools </b>and debuting new drama inspired by the impact of the African Caribbean migration to Wales during 1919.</p>
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<p>Expect rag time rhythms and jazz syncopations from the <b>Voices of the Caribbean Youth Choir</b>, led by <b>Butetown Bay Jazz</b> and <b>JW Community Music</b>, alongside the valiant voices of Diaspora seamen that dedicated their lives to Wales in the debut of <b>Routes</b>, written and directed by <b>Ndidi Spencer</b>, and performed by <b>Neil Reidman</b> and <b>Anthony Corria</b>. </p>
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<p>To book a place at the launch e-mail Gabrielle Jenkins at administrator@bhmwales.org.uk or call 01792 470298</p>
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<p>To get started, book your place on a half-day Discover & Explore adviser training course now. Places are limited: please visit <a href="http://www.artsaward.org.uk/DiscoverExplore">www.artsaward.org.uk/DiscoverExplore</a> for more information.</p>
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<p><b>Date: 28.11.2013</b></p>
<p><b>Location: Creative & Cultural Skills, 1 Pierhead St, Cardiff, CF10 4DQ</b></p>Creative Apprenticeships Information & Networking Eventtag:community.nationaltheatrewales.org,2013-11-15:3152760:BlogPost:1807092013-11-15T14:47:27.000ZLeanne Rahmanhttps://community.nationaltheatrewales.org/profile/LeanneRahman
<p><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2999386857?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="750"></img> <span class="font-size-5"><b>Creative Apprenticeships information, networking and CPD event</b></span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-5"><b>Wednesday 27th November 2013</b></span></p>
<p><b><span class="font-size-5">The Gate Arts Centre</span></b></p>
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<p>• Thinking of employing a young person?</p>
<p>• Could you benefit from extra capacity and…</p>
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<p><span class="font-size-5"><b>Wednesday 27th November 2013</b></span></p>
<p><b><span class="font-size-5">The Gate Arts Centre</span></b></p>
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<p>• Thinking of employing a young person?</p>
<p>• Could you benefit from extra capacity and skills in your team?</p>
<p>• Do you have entry level positions that you would like to fill?</p>
<p>• Looking for a way to up-skill your staff?</p>
<p>• Could you employ an apprentice but want to find out more about it?</p>
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<p>If the answer is yes, come along to our day at the Gate Arts Centre to find out more about apprenticeships and get some free CPD in recruitment and selection.</p>
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<p>Outline of the day:</p>
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<p>11am-1pm: Networking and information session including buffet lunch </p>
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<p>• Meet representatives from Cardiff and Vale College, Careers Wales and Creative & Cultural Skills for advice and guidance on apprenticeships.</p>
<p>• Find out about costs, funding and processes of employing an apprentice and learn more about the courses in Live Events and Promotions and Cultural Venue Operations. </p>
<p>• Meet the apprentices currently working at The Gate Arts Centre and find out more about their experiences.</p>
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<p>1-4.30pm (optional)</p>
<p>Free training in recruitment and selection from Arts & Business Cymru</p>
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<p><b>Registration for the event is essential</b> as places are limited</p>
<p>Please click on this link to book <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9LY5XLH">https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9LY5XLH</a></p>
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<p>Venue details: The Gate Arts Centre, Keppoch St, Roath, CF24 3JW</p>
<p>For directions visit, <a href="http://www.thegate.org.uk/about/findus/">http://www.thegate.org.uk/about/findus/</a></p>
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<p>Parking spaces can be made available on the day, please state on the booking form if you need parking.</p>
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<p>For more information about the event, contact Dienka Hines, Apprenticeship Manager, Wales.</p>
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<div>Thanks to a £20,000 training grant awarded by the Arts Council of Wales, the Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales are pleased to announce a new programme of professional development opportunities for Black and Minority Ethnic artists and creatives in Wales.</div>
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<div>The NeA (Nea Ananse) programme will host over 10 courses delivered by highly trained experts from organisations such as Arts & Business…</div>
<div><b>NeA Training now available from BVSNW!</b></div>
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<div>Thanks to a £20,000 training grant awarded by the Arts Council of Wales, the Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales are pleased to announce a new programme of professional development opportunities for Black and Minority Ethnic artists and creatives in Wales.</div>
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<div>The NeA (Nea Ananse) programme will host over 10 courses delivered by highly trained experts from organisations such as Arts & Business Cymru, Cardiff Metropolitan University and Creative and Cultural Skills Wales.</div>
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<div>Courses will focus on <b>Networking – Finance – Leadership – Event Planning – Time Management – Pitching – Exhibiting – Marketing – Sponsorship – Business Planning.</b>This grant means that BVSNW can offer courses at a flat fee of £20 saving participants potentially hundreds of pounds.</div>
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<div>The first 3 courses to take place are:</div>
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<div><b>‘Networking For Creatives’ </b>led by<b> Melaneia Warwick </b>on<b> Friday 4<sup>th</sup> May 9:30am – 3pm </b>atthe<b> National Waterfront Museum, Swansea, SA1 3RD</b></div>
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<div><i>Networking is not just about giving out lots of business cards and attending lots of networking meetings. It’s much more interesting than that! The definition and application of networking has grown: face-to-face networking, online networking, unplanned networking (it’s what you do everyday!). In this one day workshop we will explore what networking is and how you can use it to grow your business. The focus will be on fun and engaging exercises that make use of your creative skills. You will go away with some extra networking tools and an increase in your confidence to be able to use them.</i></div>
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<div><b>‘Finance 4 Freelance Creatives’ </b>led by<b> Sian Gale </b>on<b> Friday 11<sup>th</sup> May 9:30am – 3pm </b>at<b>Coleg Harlech WEA, Harlech, LL57 2JA</b></div>
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<div><i>Get your finances under control and learn how to organise for the future! This one day workshop will be held in a relaxed atmosphere with a maximum of 12 delegates, allowing time for questions and networking. We aim to provide a good understanding of the financial implications of working on a freelance or self employed basis. If you don’t mind your own business – who will? You will cover:</i></div>
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<li><i>Tax doesn’t have to be taxing – what you need to know!</i></li>
<li><i>Top Tips on expenses – what you can and can’t claim!</i></li>
<li><i>Keeping records – not as scary as you might think!</i></li>
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<div><b>‘Unlocking the Secrets Behind Residencies & Grants’</b> led by<b> Ivy Alvarez </b>on<b> Tuesday 15<sup>th</sup>May 10am – 3pm </b>at<b> </b>the<b> National Waterfront Museum, Swansea, SA1 3RD 2JA</b></div>
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<div><i>Residencies and grants are highly sought-after by artists and creatives, since it enables them to take time out to focus on their art. This workshop helps you to:</i></div>
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<li><i>Get over the fear of the application form</i></li>
<li><i>Write a memorable project description</i></li>
<li><i>Line up your referees and write an effective CV</i></li>
<li><i>Select work for your writing sample</i></li>
<li><i>Sustain your momentum by planning ahead</i></li>
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<div><b>For programme information and to book places visit </b><b><a target="_blank" href="http://www.neatraining.co.uk/">www.neatraining.co.uk</a> or contact Leanne at <a href="mailto:info@neatraining.co.uk">info@neatraining.co.uk</a> or call 02920 440188 Find NeA on <a target="_blank" href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/NeaTraining">Facebook</a> and follow on Twitter <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/#!/BVSNW">@BVSNW</a></b></div>
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<div><b>Note:</b> Travel subsidies and free places available depending on individual circumstances. Please share this information with anyone who may be interested.</div>Wales commemorates the International Year for People of African Descent with a spectacular Black History Month programmetag:community.nationaltheatrewales.org,2011-10-08:3152760:BlogPost:879082011-10-08T21:17:16.000ZLeanne Rahmanhttps://community.nationaltheatrewales.org/profile/LeanneRahman
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<p>Once again the Black Voluntary Sector Network welcomes absolutely everyone to join in the celebrations for this years’ Black History Month. In tandem with the launch year of the beautifully refurbished <a href="http://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/">Royal Welsh College of Music…</a></p>
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<p>Once again the Black Voluntary Sector Network welcomes absolutely everyone to join in the celebrations for this years’ Black History Month. In tandem with the launch year of the beautifully refurbished <a href="http://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/">Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama</a>, BHM Wales will start with a bang on Friday 30<sup>th</sup> September in the Dora Stoutzker Hall with the Launch, including a tour of the building and featuring a special event full of Celtic African and Caribbean Music and Drama. The line up includes breath-taking performances by Wales’ premier African Dance Theatre Company – <strong>Ballet Nimba</strong> and extracts from '<strong>Cymru Ddu</strong>’, a new play commissioned by BVSNW.</p>
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<p>Throughout October the Wales Millennium Centre will then throw open its doors to the public extending a warm welcome, inviting revellers to feast on a showcase of local and National African Diaspora talent. Audiences can expect free shows from Enigma Dance, Cardiff Capoeira, Beverley Lennon and Brothahood as well as choir performances from local school children. And the Weston Studio’s ‘Woyzech on the Highveld’ is a magical puppet adaptation not to be missed.</p>
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<p>Following last year’s tremendous success, over 10,000 people are anticipated to attend the events of the 4th pan-Wales Black History Month season which concludes with a grand finale at the Wales Millennium Centre. The 29<sup>th</sup> October 12pm – 6pm FREE spectacular will feature a host of entertainers, performers, market stalls and participatory workshops reflecting the jewels of Wales’ African Diaspora communities. Performers include <strong>SWICA’s Maracatu Brazilian Carnival Dancers,</strong> world class award-winning hip-hop dance troupe <strong>Jukebox Juniors</strong> and Bob Marley Tribute Band <strong>– Bob Bailey and the Jailers</strong> singing all the classics along with a special selection translated into Welsh. And very special guest speaker and advocate for enslaved children <strong>Jean-Robert Cadet of </strong>Hait<strong></strong>i<strong></strong><strong></strong><strong>’s Restavek</strong>.</p>
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Take a look at the <a href="http://www.wmc.org.uk/">Wales Millennium Centre</a> October listings for details on foyer performances and keep posted by logging on to <a href="http://www.bvsnw.org.uk/">www.bvsnw.org.uk</a> for regular updates on the All-Wales programme taking place across North Wales, Llanelli, Powys, Swansea, Newport and Cardiff.