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"Free entry! Dance music’s roots are in resistance – and this talk draws on the community’s radical potential to untangle the insidious Zionism within the scene. Helmed by ex.sses and Õkami, learn more about the boycott initiatives targeting genocide-complicit organisations and discuss how we can collectively escalate our organising for Palestine."
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A event held at Mickey Zoggs on Wednesday 8th October. The event starts at 18:00.
Link to RSVP (information on alt sign-up available in the form) > https://forms.gle/a7mw1G1oimquw9U89
Over the past few years, artists ex.sses and Õkami have been using their platform to contribute to the BDS (Boycott, Divest, Sanction) Movement, which calls for an end to international support for Israel's oppression of Palestinians. Drawing on dance music's innate political nature, their work – both individual and collective via Sisu Crew – raises awareness of the ways in which music lovers inadvertently fund Israel's atrocities; and organises boycott initiatives that directly target organisations that are responsible. This talk will explore the impact and challenges of organising initiatives for dance music communities to show solidarity with Palestinians, and investigate how the project can be developed.
Everyone is welcome at this event, regardless how much you know BDS/PACBI (The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel). Come along to gain an insight into dance music's radical potential, build your organising tool kit and exchange ideas with like-minded individuals.
Mobilising for Palestine within dance music communities w/ ex.sses & Õkami (Sisu Crew) is part of En Masse’s 2025 Community and Arts Programme. This free-to-attend programme aims to enhance access to creative opportunities in Bristol, empower a diverse range of individuals to pursue creative careers, and nurture Bristol’s independent arts ecosystem by making it more connected and resilient.
17:45 Doors
18:00-19:00 Discussion and Q&A.
Venue access:
Disabled / wheelchair user WC
Step free and wheelchair accessible
Allocated wheelchair viewing areas / tables available on request
Gender neutral toilets
Seated event
Disclaimer: Signing up gauges interest and does not guarantee entry. There are a limited number of places for this event. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
This event is supported by Arts Council England.
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
Over the past few years, artists ex.sses and Õkami have been using their platform to contribute to the BDS (Boycott, Divest, Sanction) Movement, which calls for an end to international support for Israel's oppression of Palestinians. Drawing on dance music's innate political nature, their work – both individual and collective via Sisu Crew – raises awareness of the ways in which music lovers inadvertently fund Israel's atrocities; and organises boycott initiatives that directly target organisations that are responsible. This talk will explore the impact and challenges of organising initiatives for dance music communities to show solidarity with Palestinians, and investigate how the project can be developed.
Everyone is welcome at this event, regardless how much you know BDS/PACBI (The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel). Come along to gain an insight into dance music's radical potential, build your organising tool kit and exchange ideas with like-minded individuals.
Mobilising for Palestine within dance music communities w/ ex.sses & Õkami (Sisu Crew) is part of En Masse’s 2025 Community and Arts Programme. This free-to-attend programme aims to enhance access to creative opportunities in Bristol, empower a diverse range of individuals to pursue creative careers, and nurture Bristol’s independent arts ecosystem by making it more connected and resilient.
17:45 Doors
18:00-19:00 Discussion and Q&A.
Venue access:
Disabled / wheelchair user WC
Step free and wheelchair accessible
Allocated wheelchair viewing areas / tables available on request
Gender neutral toilets
Seated event
Disclaimer: Signing up gauges interest and does not guarantee entry. There are a limited number of places for this event. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
This event is supported by Arts Council England.
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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