DIVERSITY: Stories of a Hackney Generation
Join us at the launch of
DIVERSITY: Stories of a Hackney Generation
“Hackney is a wonderful place to grow old. I’ve grown old here and I’m still growing old. I’m British now, I’m a Hackney girl… and here is home.” Anita Ceesay
“In London they seem to think that once you’re old, that’s it - you’re finished, they push you to the back. Whereas in Nigeria, as in most African countries, as you get older you are respected more.” Gubsie Agolia-Aspinall
Over the past 6 months, Hackney elders have been sharing their stories – about love, work, change, prejudice, loneliness, pride and resilience.
We have spoken to people from many of Hackney’s diverse communities including disabled people, LGBTQ+, Vietnamese, Senegalese, Nigerian, British, American and Chinese.
These previously untold stories are being documented through two short films and a commemorative booklet and will be launched at a special Connect Hackney event on 31st October 2019 in Frampton Park.
The event will include a hot lunch on arrival, a Q&A about ageing, presentations, afternoon tea and cake and entertainment.
Date: Thursday 31st October 2019
Time: 12pm – 5pm
Venue: Frampton Park Baptist Church Community Rooms, Frampton Park Road, London, E9 7PQ
Book your place by clicking on the button 'Register Now' or call 020 7923 8360. Tickets are limited.
Queries to: info@connecthackney.org.uk
Frampton Park Road
London
E9 7PQ
United Kingdom