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October Dissent Gathering |
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Friday, 16 September 2005 |
The Dissent network saw thousand of activists come together in July to
create a mobilisation of opposition to the G8 and also the space in
which our idea's for future organisation were realised. Since the G8
there have been many discussions that have focused on the future of our
network, our politics, and priorities. At the last gathering the
overwhelming consensus was to maintain the Dissent network and this
gathering will present the opportunity to solidify our plans and
visions for the future.
In order to facilitate this process, The Matilda Collective would like
to invite all autonomous groups and individuals interested in
discussing the future of Dissent to attend the next gathering
in Sheffield on the Weekend of October 15th/16th
The gathering will take place at Matilda Social Centre which was
initially opened up as a the host for activists in Sheffield organising
opposition to the G8 Justice Ministers Meeting in June 2005. Since
then, the building is being used as a social space for the creative and
practical ideas of those wanting to create alternatives.
Agenda:
Anticipated agenda items include:
- Proposal for an action camp in the summer of 2006
targeting the real sources of
climate chaos
- The future of the Dissent Network! What are our
priorities? How do we sustain momentum?
- How can we be most effective against the G8 in 2006/2007?
(This includes discussion on the effectiveness of mass
mobilisations).
If people would like to add points to be discussed people should email
dissentprocess(at)lists.aktivix.org with proposals and topics.
Sleeping:
There will be floor space for people to sleep so please bring a
sleeping bag/camping mat/ blow up mattress. There are spaces available
at people's houses, but these will go priority for people with children
and other needs. If you need alternative arrangements, please contact
us at dissentgathering(at)riseup.net
Food:
Food will be provided by the Matilda Café and will be charged
at £3.50 per day. All food will be vegan, but if you have any other
special food requirements please email: matilda_cafe(at)riseup.net
PLEASE CONFIRM
If you are coming to the gathering please let us know by emailing dissentgathering(at)riseup.net
Coming and Going:
All major coach and train services come to Sheffield. Matilda is 5
minutes walk from both Coach and Train station: The address is 111
Matilda Street.
Matilda is 5 minutes walk from the trainstation and is located on Matilda
Street. It is the same street as 'Republic.' If you get lost ask someone
to show you how to get to the nightclub 'Republic' and you will eventually
see the big building with the banners on.
If you are coming by train you will arrive on 'Sheaf Street' and if you
arrive by coach you will arrive on Pond Street.
You may need to move the map around to get a better idea:
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Sheffield&ll=53.377261,-1.468821&spn=0.005594,0.018346&hl=en
if you want to ask any questions before you arrive, feel free to email. If
you need help when you arrive please call [Joe]: 07737 804 803
For coaches: National Express - Tel 0870 580 8080; website www.nationalexpress.co.uk
For trains visit: www.nationalrail.co.uk
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