Series of meaningful discussions for People of Colour to discuss personal identity, culture and representation.
Lunar Campfires are a space for young People of Colour to shape how we discuss personal identity, culture and representation.
At every event, co-designed with young Lunar Residents, you can expect a meaningful space, cathartic discussion, activities, food and a lot of learning. It is also a great way to meet and network with like-minded people who share a passion for these themes, learn from intercultural experiences, and hear new perspectives that will help develop your critical thinking in an ever-changing world.
The afternoon unfolded with gentle meditative activities, including our “Recipe for Life” workshop, where attendees crafted their own recipes for navigating life’s challenging seasons. Together, in this space for Queer Joy, we share in meaningful discussions about the unique experiences of living at the intersection of racial and queer identities.
This special Campfire explored how art becomes a tool for advocacy, with artistic performances and engaging activities. Attendees dived into how art can drive change, inform policy, and champion equity for minoritised identities.
This discussion and creative activity space sought to celebrate and embrace young people’s sexualities in a space that overlaps with their cultural heritage.
Attendees engaged in thought-provoking conversations around the themes of belonging, intersectionality and culture, had the chance to engage in 3 different creative activities, and connect with like-minded individuals in a safe and welcoming space.
The discussion offered a vital space for dialogue and inspiration with themes designed by George Dixon Academy’s 6th form students such as “Inter-cultural Birmingham” and the “Evolution of Birmingham,” reflecting the diverse fabric of the city and its dynamic nature.
Often when it comes to the topic of climate change, climate action or green spaces it’s not seen through the lens of minoritised communities. This event provided a space for young people to share their perspectives on climate action and how they can find their own meaning in connecting with and protecting the green spaces around us.
Three Lunar Campfires were held at the Heritage Intercepted conference:
Symbols of a nation: what are you holding onto and why?
Lost in translation. Examine what is said and who is not speaking
Meaningful change through co-creation
This event explored what self care means for People of Colour, and why it’s so important. We will also delve into how the existence of racial systems such as institutional racism, microaggressions and racial gaslighting contribute to the trauma People of Colour have been experiencing.
This event reported key findings and provided a humanistic approach of what the findings show. By doing this, we hoped to raise cultural awareness of heritage organisations’ audiences and provoke a collaborative approach to moving forward.
All this CCTV but do you ever see me? – This event aimed to interrogate to what extent minoritised voices are criminalised and what living in one of the most surveyed countries in the world can mean for a Person of Colour.
Racism is Political, Even in the Digital was a public event – focused on protesting and engagements with racially charged behaviour online.
My Skin Colour is not an accessory – My Skin Colour is Not an Accessory was our final public event of 2020 – focused on Blackfishing in relation to different industries and the new social media age.
Im not White what do you even call me – Focused on labelling and language used to discuss issues related to race and representation.
Too light for the Gram – Too light for the culture –Focused on colourism, especially within different communities and ethnicities.
Got a Job Interview better put my white voice on – Focused on the creative sector and experiences of BIPOC in the workplace as part of the Beatfreeks Brum Youth Trends event.
Get out of our country but leave your culture – Focused on our individual interpretations of cultural appropriation.
We aspire to give young people autonomy to create a meaningful space for BIPOC to come together, learn and have mindful and conscious conversations around culturally significant topics. As a Lunar Resident, you will design conversations, spaces and events that respond to themes like race, personal identity, representation, and decolonisation.