Becoming a Theatre of Sanctuary Ruth Hannant, Creative Engagement Manager WYP Rose McCarthy, National Streams Coordinator,City of Sanctuary Jeff Morgan,

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Becoming a Theatre of Sanctuary Ruth Hannant, Creative Engagement Manager WYP Rose McCarthy, National Streams Coordinator,City of Sanctuary Jeff Morgan, Manchester City of Sanctuary, national trustee

City of Sanctuary is a movement committed to building a culture of hospitality and welcome, especially for refugees seeking sanctuary from war and persecution Started in Sheffield 2011 – 12 groups groups over 60 groups ??

City of Sanctuary Streams Health Arts Welcome Schools Faith

The Refugee Crisis Pre election 2015 wave of anti immigrationBirth and death in the Mediterranean Have attitudes changed? Government policy? UK less then 1% of 19.5 million refugees 0.24% of the UK population Proud to be tough, not proud to protect “I believe this is our generation’s Holocaust. Our great-grandchildren will judge us on the compassion we showed. If you can help, please do.” Bethany Usher, The Northern Echo

4 Ds D Destitution D Deportation D Dispersal D Detention Why do people migrate? Voluntary migration Economic migrants Students Spouse visa Forced migration Asylum seekers and refugees Victims of Trafficking Modern Slaves

Reality for migrants Negative dominant discourse around immigration Poor mental & physical health Poverty & social exclusion Difficulties accessing GP services (Shortall et al 2015) Poor pregnancy outcomes (NICE 2010, CMACE 2011) Poor attitudes, discrimination and racism (Gaudion & Allotey 2008, Waugh 2010, Briscoe & Lavendar 2009) 2014 Immigration act h

Hunger

How can a theatre help? The story of the WYP so far... Refugee Boy Call out to local organisations working with asylum seekers and refugees (AS&R) Asmarina Voices born Theatre of Sanctuary steering group formed

Theatre of Sanctuary Award 1.Learn 2.Embed 3.Share Celebration and opportunity for reflective learning Written evidence AS&R volunteers help with learning Evaluation by appraisal group and presentation at award ceremony

Learn AS&R advisory group – why don’t people feel welcome? Awareness raising sessions for staff and the public AS&R advise on productions

Embed Welcome posters on entrance Free tickets Presentation skills workshops Asmarina Voices performances Hearts Programme Clothing Collection “Waiting for a decision from the Home Office is like living in limbo. I got depressed and suicidal. Going to Asmarina voices, gave me hope and made me believe that life was worth fighting for’ “ I used to think I was like a piece of meat that could be kicked around. I can’t believe that people are clapping ME!”

Share Influenced theatre programme - Refugee Boy - Nine Lives- Zodwa went to Meeting Point. Sanctuary in Parliament - Avocardo Refugee week- Wonderful Women, exhibitions, Bashar Special events- International Women’s Day Free conference rooms for Sanctuary events Schools.. Write to Theresa May as a Theatre of Sanctuary

Manchester City of Sanctuary What’s happening? How can people get involved? Launch of the Maternity Stream of Sanctuary Thursday 5th May 2016, 10-12pm Transformation Community Resource Centre, 16 Richmond Grove, Long sight, M13 0LN,

In Conclusion Becoming a Theatre of Sanctuary leads to a change of culture and attitude Builds lasting relationships Changes lives Kindness saves lives. It’s catching so lets spread it!” Any questions??