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GRTHM 2009

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities across Britain will be celebrating their second Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History month in June 2009 following the successful event of last year.

Across the South West, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities will be working in partnership with schools, councils and other public, community and voluntary organisations to creatively challenge the many myths and stereotypes that blight Gypsy, Roma and Traveller lives.

For more information on what’s happening across the UK visit the official Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month 2009 website: http://www.grthm.co.uk/

History Month in the South West

To support Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities in the region, Equality South West have been working with communities and organisations from across the region to coordinate and promote the establishment of local and regional events in celebration of History Month in the South West.

The are many committed community groups and organisations across the South West who decided that in 2009 we are going to make a difference and celebrate Gypsy, Roma and Traveller culture by organising a coordinated programme of events to take place as part of History Month in June.

Related Links

ESW have been working in partnership with the communities and organisations listed in the Related Links section on the right of this page to organise and administer regional planning meetings whilst local groups have been convening their own task groups.

Events

3rd June - Fire Station Open Day for Gypsy, Roma Travellers - Newton Abbott

This event will be taking place between 3pm and 7pm on Wednesday 3rd June at the Fire Station in Newton Abbott. There are planned demonstrations of road traffic collision rescue equipment, fat fire demos, along with home safety advice, the station will be open and visitors are welcome to view the fire engines. There is space in the station for anyone wishing to contribute, share information/ideas this includes members of the community. For further details please contact Liz Clegg by e-mailing: lizclegg@hotmail.com

6th June - The Richard O'Neill Storytelling Show - Penzance

This event is taking place on Saturday 6th June at the Acorn Theatre in Penzance at 2pm. For further details about this event and to book please see: Richard O Neill

6th June - Romany and Traveller Heritage Day - Gloucester

This event is taking place on Saturday 6th June at Bishop's College between 10am and 4pm. This event will be a chance for agencies/services to meet Travellers and learn about culture, history and lifestyle. A wide range of agencies and services will be involved. For further details please contact William Reid by telephoning: 01452 397332

20th June - Free Skills and Fun Day - Frome

This event is taking place on Saturday 20th June. This event will feature traditional Crafts and a celebration of the rich and varied history and culture of the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities. The event is taking place between 10:30am and 5pm. For further information please see: Frome Fair Flyer

23rd June - South West Dorset Multi Cultural Network - Dorchester

This event is a talk on local Traveller and Gypsy History Culture taking place at the Dorford Centre in Dorchester between 7:30pm - 9pm. This is a free event however donations are welcome. A flyer for this event is available here: Dorchester Poster

25th June - ESW: 'Changing the Outcomes for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Communities in the South West' - Taunton

This is an Equality South West event held at Somerset College on Thursday 25th June between 9:30am - 4:30pm. The aim of the event is to 'consider the key issues and actions needed to change the outcomes for Gypsy, Roma & Traveller Communities in the region.' The event has a fantastic range of speakers, workshops and networking opportunities. A draft flyer for the day is available below as well as the workshop descriptions:

27th June - Celebrating Roma Culture Event - Plymouth

This event will be taking place on Saturday 27th June at The Barbican Theatre in Plymouth between 12pm and 3pm. There will be performances from traditional musicans, dancers and singers and traditional food will be served. For further details about this event please contact Jan Wall by e-mailing: jan.wall@devon.gov.uk or telephoning: 07974987446GRTHM Logo