4 September 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Salvador Allende assuming the presidency in Chile and his Popular Unity government which became a beacon of hope for people across Latin America and the world until it was overthrown in the US-backed coup of 11 September 1973. Alborada’s Online event will explore what the Popular Unity meant for its supporters and…

Annual General Meeting of Global Justice Now It’s a democratic social justice organisation working as part of a global movement to challenge the powerful and create a more just and equal world. We mobilise people in the UK for change, and act in solidarity with those fighting injustice, particularly in the global south.

The situation is critical in Brazil, with Bolsonaro’s government overseeing a bloody period of police violence towards black communities; and actively dismantling indigenous protections during the pandemic. Hear first-hand from these important struggles, and see how international solidarity can help. FEATURING: – Martvs Chagas, Brazilian Workers’ Party (PT) Secretary for Combating Racism – Carmen Foro, General Secretary of the Central Única dos…

Stir to Action festival covers many ‘alternative’ topics, from co-operatives to climate change. Sadly it’s not Sheffield-based, but for 2020 it’s gone online, with a packed programme of provocative conversations, interactive discussions and virtual networking opportunities. The price is from just £10 and sessions include:. You’ve Made a Commitment to Anti-Racist Practice – What Next? Yvonne Field The Age Gap:…

A protest against the ‘new normal’ of Covid-19 lockdown, and the government proposals of a 2-year extension to emergency powers, mandatory face-masks, tests, vaccines and powers to remove children from school without parental consent.

A talk radio show online, about ‘food sovereignty’ which allows communities control over the way food is produced, traded and consumed, rather than profits going to multinational corporations. The final in a series, which can be heard via the website. Subjects have included toxic trade deals, agribusiness’s negative effects, The Land Workers Alliance, organic farms and co-operatives. (Not a Sheffield-based…